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City Council Work Session

Meeting Date:

04/14/2026

From:

Kristine Pavlik, Housing and Grants Administrator

Department:

Housing

Co-Submitter:

TITLE:

Presentation and Discussion Regarding the Community Development Block Grant Program 2026–2030 Five-Year Consolidated Plan

DESIRED OUTCOME:

Inform Council of the 2026–2030 Five-Year Consolidated Plan, required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) as part of the Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG). Due to be submitted to HUD on June 2, 2026, the Consolidated Plan is required for the City of Flagstaff to maintain compliance with federal CDBG regulations.

Executive Summary:

The 2026–2030 Consolidated Plan (ConPlan) is a five-year strategic plan and assessment of community needs. This plan serves as a guiding document for the community to help achieve HUD’s federally required primary and national objectives for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. It identifies priority needs, establishes goals and strategies, and outlines how federal resources will be used to support low- and moderate-income residents, address housing and community development challenges, and improve overall quality of life in Flagstaff.

Erich Chatham of Civitas, LLC will provide Council with a presentation on the 2026–2030 Consolidated Plan, including the housing market analysis and needs assessments, as well as community needs identified through an extensive public participation process. The presentation will also cover proposed priorities, goals, activities, and objectives to guide the use of CDBG funds over the next five years. Housing staff will request City Council approval of the Consolidated Plan and its submission to HUD at the May 19, 2026, meeting.

Information:

The creation of the Consolidated Plan is an extensive process that involves public and stakeholder input (collected through surveys, public meetings, and a 30-day public comment period), community needs assessments, and a housing market analysis. The data outlined in the ConPlan helps determine the relative priority of activities and the populations that will be served in the coming years with federal funds.

The following are the four priority needs proposed for the 2026–2030 Consolidated Plan:

Preserve & Develop Affordable Housing
Support the preservation of existing affordable housing and the development of new units to ensure safe, stable, and accessible housing options for low- and moderate-income (LMI) households. This includes protecting existing affordability, improving housing quality, and expanding the supply of rental and homeownership opportunities.

Improve Public Facilities & Infrastructure
Invest in the improvement of public facilities and infrastructure to support safe, accessible, and resilient neighborhoods, particularly in low- and moderate-income areas. This includes addressing aging systems, removing barriers to access, and enhancing community-serving spaces.

Public Services for LMI & Special Needs Populations
Provide funding for public service programs that support low- and moderate-income residents and individuals with special needs, including those experiencing homelessness, poverty, disability, or behavioral health challenges. These services are intended to improve stability, access to resources, and overall quality of life.

Effective Program Administration
Ensure the effective and compliant administration of HUD-funded programs through oversight, financial management, and ongoing monitoring of subrecipients. This includes planning, reporting, and community engagement activities necessary to implement programs in alignment with federal requirements and local priorities.

Attachments

CDBG ConPlan Council Presentation