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ORDER OF THE BOARD OF ALDERS OF THE CITY OF NEW HAVEN APPROVING THE CITY OF NEW HAVEN’S FY 2026-2027 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN STATEMENT OF ACTIVITIES AND USE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG), HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP (HOME), HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES FOR PERSONS WITH AIDS (HOPWA), AND EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANTS (ESG) FUNDS TO BE SUBMITTED TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT FOR FEDERAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF TITLE I OF THE HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ACT OF 1974 AS AMENDED, (PL 93-383); THE CRANSTON GONZALEZ NATIONAL AFFORDABLE HOUSING ACT OF 1990 AS AMENDED(PL 101-625); THE MCKINNEY - VENTO HOMELESS ASSISTANCE ACT OF 2000 AS AMENDED(PL 106-400); THE HOMELESS EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE AND RAPID TRANSITION TO HOUSING (HEARTH) ACT OF 2009; AND THE AIDS HOUSING OPPORTUNITY ACT (PL 102-550); HEREAFTER REFERRED TO AS “HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM ACTS” AND FOR ACTIVITIES TO BE FUNDED BY PROGRAM INCOME AND/OR REPROGRAMMING FUNDS FROM PRIOR GRANT YEARS
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WHEREAS, HUD requires the submission of a planning document incorporating housing and non-housing community development strategies in a consolidated plan to be prepared in accordance with the process prescribed in 24CFR Part 91; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor has submitted to the Board of Alders a proposed Five-Year Consolidated Plan covering 2025 through 2029, which includes a description of the community participation process, a needs analysis, objectives and priorities for the five-year strategy period; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor has submitted to the Board of Alders the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan budget recommendations; and
WHEREAS, under the provisions of Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (Public Law 93-383), as amended, (P.L. 93-383); the Cranston Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act of 1990, as amended (P.L. 101-625); The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act of 2000, as amended(P.L. 106-400); the Homeless Emergency Assistance and Rapid Transition to Housing (HEARTH) Act of 2009; and the Aids Housing Opportunity Act (AHOA); and as further amended and authorized by the Housing and Community Development Act of 1992 (PL 102-550, approved October 28, 1992); hereafter referred to as “Housing and Community Development Programs” the Department of Housing and Urban Development is authorized to provide financial assistance to cities for undertaking and carrying out community development activities on an annual basis; and
WHEREAS, under the provisions of an Act concerning Community Development, Public Act No. 75-443, Connecticut Municipalities are authorized to undertake community development programs in accordance with the provisions of Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, and Public Act No. 75-443; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with the federal regulations requiring Consolidated Submission for Community Planning and Development Programs (24 CFR 91), the Mayor has requested the preparation and has submitted to this Board the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan, Statement of Activities and Use of Funds for submission to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for the purpose of obtaining financial assistance to undertake and carry out community development activities; and
WHEREAS, the said Annual Action Plan, Statement of Activities and Use of Funds contains activities to be funded by program income and/or reprogramming of unused funds from prior years activities; and
WHEREAS, prior to submission to HUD of such proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan, Statement of Activities and Use of Funds, the Mayor and other public officials have heard citizen views on housing and community development needs; and
WHEREAS, there also has been presented to the Board, a Citizen Participation Plan; a description of consultation and outreach efforts; and information and data regarding the activities the City will undertake and carry out during the coming year with the financial assistance received from the Department of Housing and Urban Development under its Housing and Community Development Programs; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor, as part of the submission of the Annual Action Plan and Five-Year Plan, must sign program-specific certifications are also required; and
WHEREAS, the City prepared its initial Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice in 1996 and prepared a new update in June of 2020 to reflect activities undertaken to further fair housing and to reflect new data compiled as part of the development of the Five-Year Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development 2025 to 2029; and
WHEREAS, the 2025-2029 Five Year Consolidated Plan and 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan, Statement of Activities and Use of Funds has been on file at the office of Management and Budget, 165 Church Street, for at least thirty days prior to final submission to HUD for the purpose of public review; and copies of the Five-Year Consolidated Plan and Annual Consolidated Action Plan Statement of Activities and Use of Funds have been made available to the public; and
WHEREAS, the 2025-2029 Five Year Consolidated Plan and 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan, Statement of Activities and Use of Funds has been posted on the City’s webpage www.newhavenct.gov for at least thirty days prior to final submission to HUD for the purpose of public review and previous Five-Year Consolidated Plans and Annual Consolidated Action Plans Statement of Activities and Use of Funds have been made available to the public; and
WHEREAS, in April, May and June 2026, this Board acting through the Joint Committee on Community Development and Health and Human Services will hold public hearings pursuant to notices published in accordance with Public Act No. 75-443 at which times the views of the public with respect to the needs, strategies, objectives and community development activities proposed in the Five Year Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan Statement of Activities and Use of Funds were communicated to this Board; and
WHEREAS, this Board has received written or has provided the opportunity for written communications on the Annual Funds from the New Haven City Plan Commission, the New Haven Housing Authority, the LCI Loan Advisory Committee, the New Haven Development Commission or, has allowed such agencies thirty (30) days to review such plans; and
WHEREAS, this Board has also received or has provided the opportunity for written communications from various City officials and members of the general public regarding Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan, Statement of Activities and Use of Funds; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary that this Board take appropriate official action respecting the City's Five-Year Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan, Statement of Activities and Use of Funds which forms part of the application to the Department of Housing and Urban Development for financial assistance under its Housing and Community Development Programs; and
WHEREAS, the City could be notified by HUD that the dollar amount of the City’s entitlement allocations may be reduced or increased by Congress after the budget process has already commenced or been completed. This will require the City to make adjustments to its Annual Action Plan, Statement of Activities and Use of Funds. Such funding adjustments shall require proportional percentage reductions or increases to each activity and program affected by the adjusted HUD funding appropriations. Appropriation increases shall not exceed the original amount of the funding request of the individual activity.
WHEREAS, this Board is cognizant of the conditions imposed upon the Mayor and the City with respect to undertaking and carrying out community development activities under the provisions of the Housing and Community Development Program regulations and Public Act No. 75-443; and
WHEREAS, due to possible delays by the federal government regarding formula grant funding allocations, retroactive contractual agreements with non-profit agencies and consultants may be required in order to cover services provided for the entire current grant year period July1st to June 30th.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDERED by the Board of Alders of the City of New Haven as follows:
1. It is hereby found and determined that:
a) The Five Year Consolidated Plan and 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan, Statement of Activities and Use of Funds has been developed so as to give maximum feasible priority to activities which will benefit low or moderate-income families and persons, aid in the prevention or elimination of slum or blight, or that the activities contemplated in the plan in whole or in part are designed to meet other community development needs having a particular urgency which cannot otherwise be met.
b) There has been (a) adequate information provided to citizens concerning the amount of funds available for activities proposed under the 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan and the range of activities which may be undertaken and other important program requirements, (ii) adequate opportunity for citizens to participate in the development of the plan, and (iii) adequate public hearings held by this Board to obtain the views of citizens on community development and housing needs.
c) The 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan Program will be conducted and administered in compliance with the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and 1968, P.L. 88-52 and P.L. 90-284, as from time to time amended, the Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988, P.L. 100-430, section 109 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, and Sections 31-26, 33-34, 53-35, 53-35a of the General Statutes.
d) The Mayor has consented to make the certifications required under subsection (b) of Section 104 of said Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, Section 106 of the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act; Subtitle D of the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act; Section 415 of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act of 2000; and Section 854 of the AIDS Housing Opportunity Act.
e) In implementing the 2026-2027 Annual Plan Program the City shall comply with the provisions of Titles II and III of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, P.L. 91-646, as from time to time amended.
f) All laborers and mechanics employed by contractors or subcontractors in the performance of construction work financed in whole or in part with assistance received under this chapter shall be paid wages at rates not less than those prevailing on similar construction in the locality as determined by the Secretary of Labor in accordance with the Davis-Bacon Act, as amended (40 U.S.C. 276a--276a-5): Provided, That this section shall apply to the rehabilitation of residential property only if such property contains not less than 8 units. The Secretary of Labor shall have, with respect to such labor standards, the authority and functions set forth in Reorganization Plan Numbered 14 of 1950 (15 F.R. 3176; 64 Stat. 1267) and section 276c of title 40.
g) In implementing the 2026-2027 Annual Plan Program the City shall comply with Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968 (12 U.S.C. 1701u) and implementing regulations at 24 CFR Part 75. Section 3, as amended, requires that economic opportunities generated by certain HUD financial assistance for housing and community development programs shall, to the greatest extent feasible, be directed to low and very low-income persons, particularly those who are recipients of government assistance for housing, and to businesses that provide economic opportunities to low and very low-income persons.
h) In implementing the 2026-2027 Annual Plan Program the City shall comply with notification, inspection, testing and abatement procedures concerning lead-based paint as required by 24 CFR 570.608.
i) In implementing the 2026-2027 Annual Plan Program the City shall comply with provisions of Executive Order 12372, Intergovernmental Review of Federal Programs.
2. That the 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan has had an opportunity for citizen comment as outlined in the City’s October 2023 Citizen Participation Plan.
3. That the 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan complies with the requirements of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and other applicable provisions of the law and regulations, subject to the securing of further local approvals which may be required.
4. That the 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan, Statement of Activities and Use of Funds as approved by this Board, complies with the requirements of Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, (PL 93-383); the Cranston Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act of 1990 as amended (P.L. 101-25); the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act of 2000 as amended (P.L. 106-400); the Homeless Emergency Assistance and Rapid Transition to Housing (HEARTH) Act of 2009; and the Aids Housing Opportunity Act (AHOA); and as further amended and authorized by the Housing and Community Development Act of 1992 (PL 102-550); Public Act No. 75-443 and other applicable provisions of the law and regulations subject to the securing of further local approvals, such as urban renewal plan amendments, which may be required.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS ORDERED that the 2025-2029 Five-Year Consolidated Plan and the 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan, Statement of Activities and Use of Funds having been incorporated in this Order by reference, is hereby approved and the Mayor is authorized and directed to take all steps necessary to undertake and carry out the community development activities described in said plan; and
BE IT FURTHER ORDERED that the Mayor is authorized and directed to take whatever steps necessary to secure the approval of the 2025-2029 Five-Year Consolidated Plan and the 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan, Statement of Activities and Use of Funds and the City's application for financial assistance to the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development and make such other applications as are necessary to secure community development funds required by this City, including advances, discretionary and transition funds as authorized under the Housing and Community Development Programs; and
BE IT FURTHER ORDERED that the Mayor is authorized to execute multi-year contractual agreements and/or amendments with HUD, contractors, consultants, and non-profit agencies irrespective of fiscal year, expenditure restrictions, Board of Alders approval or other ordinance restrictions in order to ensure performance and efficient implementation of approved community development activities; and
BE IT FURTHER ORDERED that the Mayor has express approval to enter into an agreement with an effective date that relates back to the commencement of the current grant year regardless of when approval is obtained is hereby approved; and
BE IT FURTHER ORDERED that the Mayor is authorized and directed to certify or give assurances, on behalf of the City, to the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development as to the matters determined and found by this Board; and
BE IT FURTHER ORDERED that in the event financial assistance is made available by the State of Connecticut under the provisions of Public Act No. 74-443 or related legislation to support the community development activities contemplated under the 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan, Statement of Activities and Use of Funds approved by this Board, that the Mayor is authorized to take whatever steps as are necessary to secure such financial assistance; and
BE IT FURTHER ORDERED that CDBG public service contracts which have not been executed by January 31, 2027, may be reprogrammed into program year 2026-2027 public service activities. These reprogramming funds may be allocated only to organizations that submitted applications for CDBG public service funding in 2026-2027 application cycle. The reprogramming allocations will be recommended by the Mayor and approved by the Board of Alders; and
BE IT FURTHER ORDERED that pursuant to the Consolidated Plan application requirements, prior to the authorization for and/or release of funding, all agencies and organizations receiving Consolidated Plan funds through the City must be current on all municipal taxes; provide proof of fiscal accountability including the filing of all federal tax forms 990 or 990EZ and the completion of the annual audits as required; and clear of all significant audit findings. These requirements must be met before execution of contractual agreements. If an agency is unable to fulfill these requirements, funding shall be reprogrammed; and
BE IT FURTHER ORDERED that for projects requiring longer than a 12-month implementation period, any balances remaining at the end of the program year for such specific activities in the prior program year shall be combined with the current program year activity when the project is deemed viable by the City and is being funded for the same purpose in the current year; and
BE IT FURTHER ORDERED that the Small Business Service Center and the Small Contractors’ Development Program will provide the Joint Community Development and Human Services Committee with quarterly reports containing the following information:
• Type of business services provided.
• Number of businesses served and the name of the businesses.
• Number of businesses created and the name of the businesses.
• Number of jobs retained, the need for retention and the reason for the potential reduction, title of the position(s) and income levels of the position(s).
• Number of jobs created and the skill level, income level and whether training will be provided by the business.
• Total number of positions created and retained for New Haven residents.
BE IT FURTHER ORDERED that any CDBG Consolidated Plan Hardware Projects that have not entered into a fully executed contract by March 1, 2027, and has not initiated construction activities by June 30, 2027, shall be deemed out of compliance with established CDBG timeliness and performance requirements. Such projects shall be subject to immediate reprogramming, in accordance with HUD timeliness standards and local administrative procedures, without further notice; and
BE IT FURTHER ORDERED that CDBG Hardware funding that has been awarded to a non-profit organization for Project Delivery/Personnel shall not be committed through a formal agreement, released or expended until the organization has obtained full project financing or has commenced construction.
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FY 2026-27 Consolidated Plan Funding |
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FY 2026-27 (Anticipated Allocation) |
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CDBG |
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Entitlement |
$3,400,000 |
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Proposed Program Income |
$50,000 |
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Reprogramming |
$539,693 |
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Total Available to Budget |
$3,989,693 |
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CDBG Categories |
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Hardware |
$2,799,693 |
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Software |
$510,000 |
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Planning & Admin |
$680,000 |
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HOME |
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Entitlement |
$1,200,000 |
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Program Income |
$20,000 |
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Reprogramming |
$0 |
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Unprogrammed Funds |
$0 |
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Total Available to Budget |
$1,220,000 |
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HOME Categories |
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Projects |
$920,000 |
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CHDO Reserve |
$180,000 |
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Admin |
$120,000 |
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HOPWA |
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Entitlement |
$1,200,000 |
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Reprogramming |
$0 |
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Total Available to Budget |
$1,200,000 |
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HOPWA Categories |
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Projects |
$1,164,000 |
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Admin Cap (3%) |
$36,000 |
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ESG |
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Entitlement |
$290,000 |
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Reprogramming |
$0 |
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Total Available to Budget |
$290,000 |
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ESG Categories |
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Admin (7.5%) |
$21,750 |
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Shelter (60%) |
$160,950 |
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Prevention (40%) |
$107,300 |
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Consolidated Plan Total |
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Entitlement |
$6,090,000 |
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Proposed Program Income |
$70,000 |
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Reprogramming |
$539,693 |
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Grand Total |
$6,699,693 |
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FY 2026-27 Reprogramming |
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Activity Name |
Amount |
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CDBG |
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Literacy Volunteers |
7,500.00 |
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CSA Admin |
159,298.64 |
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rKids |
12,500.00 |
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New Haven YMCA |
11,893.99 |
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Agency on Aging |
2,909.76 |
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New Raech\FISH |
830.72 |
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Inspired Communities |
8,740.00 |
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HUD Regulatory Compliance |
99,168.62 |
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OPMG Admin |
125,000.00 |
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rKids |
50,000.00 |
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Hannah Grey |
21,072.00 |
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Continuum of Care 84 Norton |
5,228.00 |
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Boys and Girls |
31,200.00 |
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Havens Harvest |
4,351.75 |
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CDBG Total |
539,693.48 |
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ESG |
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H.O.P.E. |
10,000.00 |
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ESG Total |
10,000.00 |
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HOPWA |
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New Haven Pride Center |
30,000.00 |
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HOPWA Total |
30,000.00 |
"Consolidated Plan Activity”
(CDBG Hardware)” FY 26-27 Mayor's Proposed
Description
ACQUISITION
City of New Haven - Acquisition $- City Activity: The primary motivation for the acquisition of property is to support the City's efforts to combat blight and stabilize neighborhoods that are deteriorating, undeveloped or inappropriately developed to provide a better environment for the community. Eligible expenses under this program will be activity delivery costs, land cost, surveys, appraisals, title searches and other costs necessary to affect acquisition. Economic Development Housing Administration and Development goals under the acquisition program is to rehabilitate, preserve, restore, and conserve structures with the goal of returning acquired property to the tax base via low moderate homeownership or low moderate rental units, Equally important is the utilization of acquired properties to enhance the quality of life of the City's residents. Funding will be used in CDBG-eligible neighborhoods.
DISPOSITION
City of New Haven - LCI - Property Maintenance $163,497 City Activity: The Property Maintenance Program provides the necessary repairs and operating expenses necessary to maintain housing units acquired through tax foreclosure proceedings to prevent further blight conditions in deteriorating neighborhoods primarily in low and moderate-income areas. It also addresses vacant and dilapidated buildings where owners are unresponsive. Buildings are secured, debris is removed, and overgrowth is cut down on these blighted properties. Funding will be used in CDBG-eligible neighborhoods of Fair Haven, Dwight, Newhallville, Dixwell and Hill.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
City of New Haven -Office of Economic Development - Small Business Resource Center Initiative $250,000 "City Activity: The City’s Office of Economic Development (OED) will apply the funds to provide direct technical assistance to startups and existing businesses. OED is currently working with businesses on issues related to business planning, securing capital management and operations, and expansion and growth, and is providing one-on-one counseling, referrals to partners, access to educational programs, and referrals to funders for capital. The proposed project will address the City's stated priorities, especially regarding employment opportunities with the creation of more successful new businesses. SBRC's assistance will support new entrepreneurs' ability to start new businesses. SBRC also will provide technical assistance to help entrepreneurs with existing businesses better operate and grow their business. This will foster a stronger economic base in New Haven. This project will further enhance the City's development of new employment opportunities by connecting entrepreneurs with local banks and early-stage business investors. In addition, the project will provide access to appropriate resources, including financing and ongoing mentoring and guidance. Finally, this project will help further employment opportunities by assisting existing businesses to identity new markets and grow their sales, with better marketing. advertising, and social media. Sales growth will inevitably lead to growth in headcount to meet production needs, which directly responds to the City's funding priority of creating employment opportunities.
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City of New Haven - Office of Economic Development - Small Contractor Development $70,000 City Activity. The Small Contractor Development Program, a division of the Office of Economic Development of the City of New Haven, is seeking CDBG funding to support programming that assists small, local, minority and women-owned construction companies to achieve economic growth through increased opportunities, bid notification, technical assistance, project specific training, goal setting, monitoring, and services that maximize their ability to increase the size and profitability of their business. The Small Contractor Development program will use CDBG funds to provide project monitoring, technical assistance, specific training, workshops and networking events to address challenges faced by small, local, minority and women-owned construction businesses. SCD will work to promote equity of economic opportunities for SM/WBEs and to eliminate barriers to their participation in public contracts.
City of New Haven - ED Housing Administration & Development Division - Economic Development Main Streets Commercial Development $300,000 City Activity: The Economic Development Housing Administration and Development Division is the primary catalyst in the revitalization and stabilization of New Haven neighborhoods, primarily through encouraging economic development by making a concerted effort to continue and expand on an emerging “Main Streets” program along the Dixwell, Grand, and Whalley corridors. Funding is for staff costs for project delivery, mixed use development either new construction or rehabilitation hard costs for gap financing.
Faith Revival Temple Church (NEW) $- Not an Economic Development project. Based out of West Haven they are seeking support for the creation of a warming center and food pantry and for resurfacing of parking lot.
Social Enterprise Trust, Inc. AKA reSET formerly Economic Development Corp. of New Haven's (Project: Collab) $- "Social Enterprise Trust, INC AKA reSET’s mission is to advance the social enterprise sector. They inspire businesses to prioritize positive social or environmental impact alongside financial sustainability. Wherever entrepreneurs are in their journey, we help them take their businesses to the next level. In February 2025, reSET completed acquisition of Collab, a New Haven- based organization with similar services and target clientele, whom we have long admired, Today, we serve 350 entrepreneurs each year to help them launch and grow their businesses. We reach thousands of members through events, partnerships, and digital engagement. Administrative offices are in Hartford with an in-person presence in New Haven as a tenant with CitySeed at 162 James Street in Fair Haven.
Requesting CDBG funds to fund the direct programmatic costs for proven cohort-based programming, including an Accelerator, two Incubators, and Groundwork. These high-touch. intensive programs focus on visioning and modeling, business planning, financial modeling, marketing, tech enablement, and more, based on the current stage of the business. Cohort programs are supplemented with ongoing services (including to prior year clients): alumni education and networking; workshops; mentor matching; office hours; and coaching. With continued CDBG funding and partnership, we will be able to provide high- quality small business programming to support entrepreneurs in neighborhoods across the City of New Haven, tor two significant aspects of our work: 1. Focused New Haven recruitment for our intensive, cohort-based programs. These high-touch, intensive programs work with entrepreneurs of all backgrounds are our most impactful. Staff provide weekly 1-on-1 coaching sessions and weekly educational workshop training for every cohort, assign mentors, answer questions and provide feedback as well as manage the implementation responsibilities of running the program. Our New Haven- based staff can provide Spanish translation and we strive to make all programming accessible and affordable. a. Incubators (Food in fall, Retail in spring) b. Food Business Accelerator (spring) c. Groundwork (June) 2. Staff support for additional education and networking for current businesses and potential entrepreneurs, providing just-in-time information and connections. "
PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
City of New Haven - ED Housing - Public Improvements $25,000 City Activity: The Economic Development Housing Administration and Development division uses public improvements funding on permanent improvements. This funding provides necessary repairs to public facilities: shelters, health care centers, and any other public use structure or land such as neighborhood gardens to support neighborhood revitalization and stabilization. The subrecipient must be the legal owner of the structure or can provide proof of a long-term lease agreement. The Activity must be in an income-eligible census tract or the facility must provide services for predominately low/moderate income clients (at least 51% of the beneficiaries).
East Rock Lodge 141 $70,000 The Elks's East Rock lodge #141 (Elks}, a Dixwell Historic African American Institution, has been the cornerstone of community service and leadership tor more than 100 years. Committed to uplifting the community through youth mentorship, family engagement. and senior services, it has provided programs that strengthen lives and foster unity across generations. In 2019, The Elks sold its former home at 87 Webster Street to make room f or ConnCORP's First Haven project on Dixwell Avenue. Given the Elks' history and mission, it has remained committed to serving Newhallville and acquired 321, 325, and 329 Dixwell Avenue to newly construct a 6,000 sq. ft. cultural center that will preserve the cultural heritage of The Elks, promote community engagement and provide vital safe spaces where the community can gather. This new facility will enable the Elks to triple its program capacity, host a wider range of community activities, and expand its reach to youth, families, and seniors throughout the region. A new cultural center will address these challenges by 1) providing spaces tor mentoring, after-school tutoring, and youth leadership activities; 2) offering meeting rooms and wellness areas for seniors to connect and stay active; and 3) creating a multipurpose venue for community events, workshops, and celebrations. Funding will support the proposed development of the new Elks Cultural Center. East Rock Lodge #141 is requesting $70,000 in Public Improvement Funds to demolish the existing property located on the redevelopment site at 329 Dixwell Avenue in New Haven.
Project MORE THIS IS A PUBLIC SERVICE ACTIVITY $- 850 Grand Ave.: should be a public service Funds will be used to address gaps in resources that support employment, housing and basic needs for formerly incarcerated individuals returning to New Haven. Funds will help improve access to employment, housing, and treatment in the initial days post-release from incarceration. Planned Activities: Staff will connect returning citizens with available housing and employment services on the day of their release. Staff will also ensure that participants receive assistance in applying for public benefits and connect them to services to address needs such as substance use disorder, mental health treatment, education. Participants who depend on SNAP activation for food, will also receive groceries while they await activation (generally taking 1 to 2 weeks). Transportation is often a barrier to securing employment and attending treatment services; bus passes will be made available for those activities es verifiable by staff.
The Connection - Pendleton House $40,000 127 & 129 Pendleton Street: The Connection, Inc. (TCI) is a nonprofit human services and community development agency formed in 1972 in Connecticut. The mission of The Connection is to build safe, healthy, caring communities and inspire people to reach their full potential as productive and valued citizens. Funds will be used to rehabilitate the front porches at The Connection's transitional housing properties at 127 and 129 Pendleton Street, including removal of deteriorated materials and replacement of damaged structural and surface components to ensure safe, code-compliant entryways for residents. The Pendleton House project will renovate the front porches at The Connection's transitional housing properties located at 127 and 129 Pendleton Street, which have already been cited for blight due to their deteriorated condition. Years of exposure to the elements have resulted in rotted wood, water damage, and weakening structural components, with sections beginning to sag, signaling potential safety concerns if not addressed promptly. Because these homes serve individuals experiencing homelessness, sate and stable access to the buildings is essential for both resident well-being and program operations. Securing funding now will allow The Connection to complete necessary repairs before conditions worsen and become unsafe, avoid more costly emergency interventions, resolve the existing blight citation, and support both resident safety and neighborhood stabilization.
The Mary Wade Home $50,000 118 Clinton Ave., New Haven: The Mary Wade Home is requesting CDBG funds to support improvements at the 94-bed Kimberly Skilled Nursing Home. This Project will serve an estimated 8,250 elderly people in New Haven in the next 15 years. Funding from CDBG would help to support the cost of replacing 26,390 square feet of worn flooring in the Nursing Home with new antimicrobial, slip- resistant vinyl tile flooring. Flooring on both levels of the Nursing Home will be replaced with new Bentley luxury vinyl tile for a hygiene and infection control. Classic cove moldings will be added above the new flooring, for easy cleaning and a dignified home-like environment for residents and families. The Public Facility Project is included in Mary Wade's 2026 Capital Budget as an urgent priority to optimize long- term skilled nursing care and short- term rehabilitation in the Nursing Home. The addition of durable, high-quality vinyl flooring will strongly support nursing care and public health, by creating a seamless. waterproof, and easily disinfected surface throughout all of the resident rooms, corridors, dining and common areas. and stairways. Mary Wade will leverage $150,000 in funding from private foundation grants and will financially support the balance of the expenses in our capital budget. In 2026, Mary Wade will hire an experienced licensed flooring contractor to replace flooring throughout the Kimberly Nursing Home. Our project goals include reducing resident slips and falls by 20%, improving sanitation, enhancing infection control. and creating a more home-like, dignified environment for residents and families receiving care at the Kimberly Home. Our total flooring replacement project budget of $353,392 includes all materials and labor to replace flooring in all of the resident rooms, corridors, dining and common areas, and stairways. Our Facilities team will organize the work in phases, minimizing disruption to residents. (All residents will remain in the Kimberly Nursing Home throughout the project.) Mary Wade will measure success through (1) Completing project no later than 4/1/27; (2) Family Satisfaction survey scores and resident feedback. (3) Reduced maintenance costs, (4) Fewer reported slips and falls, and (5) State of Connecticut nursing home inspection reporting.
The Towers $25,000 18 Tower Lane, New Haven: The Towers at Tower Lane is a 328-unit HUD 202 community for low and very low-income older adults. The Towers provides affordable housing with wrap-around support services on-site provided at a fraction of the cost of comparable assisted living communities. The Towers is making every effort to preserve its affordable housing stock; to keep equipment efficient and up to date, to keep the property safe and livable. The Towers commercial kitchen was one of the first in the country in a senior housing setting. It has served as a model for delivery of care, utilizing economies of scale to help low-income older adults age in place. We run a very successful meal subsidy program for frail, economically disadvantaged older adults. who lack access to fresh, nutritious foods and who lack the ability to prepare healthy meals. The community subsidizes up to three nutritious meals a day. To date The Towers has subsidized 250,000+ meals for its low- income and very low- income older adults. In addition to supporting its own residents in need, the kitchen provides meals to the broader community as well. The Towers is a Kosher Meals on Wheels supplier in partnership with Lifebridge. Funds are requested to purchase the following commercial kitchen equipment A. Conventional oven, B. 2 Commercial Hobart Mixers and C. a 3 Bay Sink. Through a one-time investment in much needed failing kitchen equipment, we will be able to continue serving our seniors and serving meals to those in need.
Upon This Rock Academy $50,000 645 Grand Ave., New Haven: Upon This Rock Ministries (UTRM) is dedicated to addressing homelessness and providing comprehensive support services to families and individuals in need. Through emergency shelter and day programs, UTRM helps individuals and families regain stability and self-sufficiency. The proposed project for facade and safety improvements at 645 Grand Avenue will contribute to providing a safer, more welcoming environment for those accessing shelter and day services, enhancing both the shelter’s operations and its role in community revitalization. The exterior of the facility at 645 Grand Avenue is currently in need of several repairs and improvements, which affect the safety, aesthetics, and overall functionality of the space. CDBG funding will be allocated for: Facade Improvements: Brick Repair and Window Replacement: Replacing the broken and missing windows with new, energy-efficient units, and repairing the brickwork on the front-facing facade to restore the building’s exterior. This will improve both the building’s appearance and its security. Parking Lot and Driveway Repaving: Repaving the front parking lot, driveway, and back parking lot with permeable asphalt to improve drainage, prevent flooding, and reduce the heat island effect. Privacy and Safety Improvements: Installing a new privacy fence along the back exterior and left side of the building to create a secure, private outdoor area for shelter residents, protecting them from unwanted attention and enhancing their sense of safety. Removal of Old Wooden Fence: Removing the deteriorating wooden fence in the front facade, which has become a gathering point for loiterers and substance use. The removal will prevent the area from becoming an unsafe, unwelcoming environment for shelter guests. Bollards Installation: Placing 2,000-pound bollards in the front of the building to prevent people from parking on the sidewalk, which would obstruct pedestrian traffic and create further safety hazards for guests. Sidewalk Repair: Repairing the buckled sidewalk caused by tree roots to eliminate the tripping hazard and ensure safe, unobstructed access to the shelter.
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Believe In Me Empowerment Corporation (BIMEC) $- NEW Construction as Community Based Development Organization (CBDO) NEED ADDRESS for Site (53 Shelton?) The BIMEC apartment complex will promote community development in New Haven by turning a vacant lot into a neighborhood asset and house 12 adults. CDBG funds will support construction, project management, and architectural drawings and prototypes. BIMEC will use funds to close the gap in construction funding required for building the 12-unit structure at #########. The requested CDBG funds will be allocated to cover essential construction costs for the project. This investment is critical to ensuring the project moves forward efficiently and meets its objectives. This project addresses both housing insecurity and blight in Newhallville by developing 12 new studio apartments. At least half of the apartments will be affordable to very low-income adults, defined as individuals earning no more than 50% of the area median income. Units will provide stable housing for vulnerable residents, while also transforming a vacant lot into a neighborhood asset.
City of New Haven - LCI - In Rem Code Enforcement 1,218,996 City Activity: LCl's goals under code enforcement is to proactively identify and address housing code and public safety issues that are in and round the areas of federal, state and local investment. The Livable City Initiative implements its housing safety and maintenance objectives through a coordinated system of inspection, enforcement, and remediation activities: Housing Code Enforcement Activities: As part of the city's residential licensing program. inspectors conduct systematic, proactive property evaluations of rental units. Through these planned licensing inspections, they identify violations, issue correction orders, and conduct follow- up inspections to verify compliance. When properties fail re-inspections, inspectors issue civil citations against property owners to ensure accountability and maintain housing safety standards. This proactive licensing approach allows the division to verify safety standards are met before units are approved for rental, preventing potential violations from escalating into serious health or safety concerns. CDBG funded Code Enforcement activities are conducted in the City’s low- and moderate-income areas, which include Census Tracts 1402, 1403, 1405, 1406, 1407, 1413, 1415, 1416, 1421 and 1423. These tracts correspond with the City’s Dixwell, Dwight, Newhallville, Fair Haven, Hill and West Rock neighborhoods. In accordance with CDBG regulations it allows the City of New Haven to adequately staff the Code Enforcement Division with Inspectors capable of working with other Departments to enforce code compliance in targeted deteriorating geographical areas and to implement a program (Livable City Initiative program) aimed at arresting further deterioration of its housing stock. The City implements a Code Enforcement Program under CDBG with the purpose of providing daily housing inspections, follow up and data entry, interdepartmental referrals to police, fire and health, as needed. Code Enforcement also coordinates the Residential Licensing Program and Section 8 inspections on behalf of the Housing Authority prior to rental. Proactive programs such as the Residential Licensing Program are required by Ordinance for every rental unit in the City of New Haven,. All rental units are to have a posted rental license that the unit is up to state and local codes prior to occupancy. Each geographical location has a Code Enforcement Inspector and Neighborhood Specialist that surveys the neighborhood daily for compliance issues, blight, vacant buildings, and surveys the housing stock for deterioration and unsafe structures that may need to be referred for condemnation if found to be unfit for human occupancy. The Housing Code Enforcement division responds to tenant issues, City Departments, social service agencies and the general public.
City of New Haven - ED Housing - Residential Rehab $400,000 "City Activity: The Economic Development Housing Administration and Development Division uses this program to help existing homeowners with a vested interest in their neighborhoods, who lack the funding to correct housing or building code issues, upgrade energy efficiency, systems replacement, handicap accessibility and other repairs of a non- luxury nature, with grants or loans from this source of funding. Housing Administration also provides assistance to non-profit agencies with gap financing for project hard costs. The projects must be construction ready and fully financed except for a moderate gap. This funding is for staff costs for project delivery, rehabilitation hard costs for gap financing, and lead based paint and radon evaluation for the residential loan program. The funding objective is to benefit L/M income housing.
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Columbus House $19,200 109 Frank Street, New Haven: Columbus House serves people experiencing homelessness or at imminent risk by providing lite-saving outreach, shelter, and housing, and by fostering their personal growth and independence. We advocate for and create affordable housing to end homelessness in our communities. Funds will be used to provide solar electricity repairs at the Val Macri program site at 109 Frank Street. The Val Macri program at 109 Frank Street provides Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) for individuals experiencing chronic homelessness. a priority population identified in the Consolidated Plan. Of the 17 apartments at the site, 11 are designated as PSH units, combining affordable housing with voluntary, on-site supportive services that promote long-term housing stability. These services focus on building independent living and tenancy skills while connecting residents to community-based health care, behavioral health treatment, and employment services. The proposed project addresses deficiencies in the existing solar electrical system that currently leave the Solar Paneling non-functioning The current inverter and wiring infrastructure are outdated. creating increased risk of system failure, reduced energy output, and ongoing maintenance challenges. The project will resolve these deficiencies through a complete system upgrade, including the installation of SolarEdge S440 optimizers on each panel, integration of a new SolarEdge SElOKUS inverter, full decommissioning and removal of the obsolete inverter and wiring, and rewiring the system with an upgraded electrical layout. New IMO switch boxes, electrical piping, and supporting hardware will be installed to ensure compliance with current electrical and safety codes. This project will provide a complete upgrade to the existing solar electrical infrastructure to ensure long-term efficiency, safety, and compliance with current standards.
Continuum of Care - 517 Norton Parkway $- 517 Norton Parkway, New Haven: The mission of Continuum of Care is to enable people who are challenged with mental illnesses, intellectual disabilities, homelessness, and/or struggling with addiction to rebuild a meaningful life and thrive in the community Continuum of Care, Inc. provides comprehensive residential services, case management, crisis services, emergency housing. and housing support services to adults challenged by psychiatric disabilities, developmental disabilities, homelessness, and substance abuse treatment needs while maintaining their rights and dignity as productive members of society. Continuum's 'A Common Bond' program at 517 Norton Parkway provides housing and support for individuals with severe behavioral health issues. Funds are requested for exterior rehabilitation at the program facility on Norton Parkway. Installation of exterior siding on the home will address ongoing deterioration, energy loss, and environmental exposure. Due to the age of the structure and prolonged exposure to sun and weather, the exterior requires frequent repainting and no longer provides an adequate barrier against cold air infiltration. As a result, the home is drafty and difficult to maintain at a safe, comfortable temperature. The installation of new siding will significantly improve the home's thermal efficiency and structural protection, directly supporting the health of the residents, who are especially vulnerable to cold temperatures and air leaks. Reducing drafts and improving insulation will help stabilize indoor temperatures, lowering the risk of cold-related health issues and respiratory stress. In addition, this improvement will enhance long-term housing stability by reducing ongoing maintenance needs and preventing further exterior deterioration. By providing a more durable, energy-efficient exterior, the project supports safe, sustainable housing conditions that enable the residents to remain in their home and avoid displacement due to escalating repair demands.
Continuum of Care - 24 Sheldon Terrace $75,000 24 Sheldon Terrace, New Haven: The mission of Continuum of Care is to enable people who are challenged with mental illnesses, intellectual disabilities, homelessness, and/or struggling with addiction to rebuild a meaningful life and thrive in the community Continuum of Care, Inc. provides comprehensive residential services, case management, crisis services, emergency housing. and housing support services to adults challenged by psychiatric disabilities, developmental disabilities, homelessness, and substance abuse treatment needs while maintaining their rights and dignity as productive members of society. Funds will be used to replace the roof at the Community Support Program (CSP) on Sheldon Terrace. The program provides comprehensive, person-centered case management and mental health and substance use rehabilitation services designed to help individuals achieve and sustain the highest possible level of independent functioning. The objective of this project is to provide safe, healthy housing to 20 residents with behavioral health challenges by removing the old roof which is currently in disrepair and leaking. and replacing it with a new roof. This will provide the program with a secure, energy-efficient roof that ensures the health and safety of residents and staff. The residential complex at 24 Sheldon Terrace houses the CSP participants requires a full roof replacement. The existing roof has experienced repeated leaks and has been patched multiple times; however, it has exceeded its expected lifespan and is no longer structurally sound. Continued deterioration places residents at risk for water damage, mold growth, and unsafe living conditions that can negatively impact both physical and mental health. Taking off the old roof and replacing it will provide a safer, healthier, and more stable living environment for residents, many of whom residents are managing complex mental health challenges. A secure and weather- resistant roof will protect the building from further damage, reduce health risks associated with moisture and environmental exposure, and help ensure housing stability. This critical investment will preserve the integrity of the property, prevent more costly repairs in the future, and support CSP participants' ability to remain safely housed while focusing on recovery, wellness, and independent living.
Hannah Gray dba Ella B Scantlebury $25,000 "Ella B. Scantlebury Residences, 241 Dixwell Ave., New Haven: Ella B Scantlebury Senior Residence (EBS) is an affordable senior living community in New Haven, CT with the
mission to provide housing tor frail elderly through a comprehensive congregate housing program. EBS is requesting CDBG funding to support the purchase of kitchen equipment to enhance its facilities meal service program. Specifically, EBS will purchase and install a walk in combination cooler -freezer. Built in 1993, the current building has been well maintained but is in need of improvement. The kitchen and its equipment are original from the 1993 construction. Although it is still operable, the kitchen equipment has exceeded its expected useful life and requires replacement to continue serving residents into the future. The current refrigeration unit is a reach-in model, which limits fresh food storage capacity. EBS meal service includes a daily nutritious, culturally sensitive lunch prepared by a licensed chef. This meal service removes barriers for residents who cannot prepare their own meals or who lack the nutritional knowledge to avoid malnutrition. Additionally, included onsite meal service lends to the affordability of the facility by limiting out of pocket food costs for residents and organizational costs associated with meals prepared off site. Kitchen equipment that operates beyond its useful life contributes to excess energy consumption. Older model refrigerators are typically less energy- efficient and lack modern insulation and compressor technology, causing them to use significantly more electricity to maintain safe temperatures. This increased energy demand leads to higher utility bills while placing additional strain on building systems. New walk-in freezers are significantly more energy-efficient than older models due to advanced insulation, better sealing. and more efficient, modem components. Upgrading can reduce energy consumption by 10-25% or more, resulting in lower utility bills. The purchase of a walk-in cooler - freezer will ensure that elderly New Haven Seniors receive fresh, healthy daily meals and preserve affordability of the residence for years to come."
Marrakech - 85 Englewood Drive $18,000 85 Englewood Dr., New Haven: Marrakech provides person-centered support and advocacy that enhances the quality of life and self-sufficiency of individuals with and without disabilities, ensuring dignity, connection, and meaningful engagement in all aspects of life. The windows at the Marrakech owned 85 Englewood Drive group home are old and inefficient Modern energy efficient windows will stabilize temperatures across the seasons to address heightened sensitivity to temperature and external noise which can cause discomfort and anxiety. This cost-effective upgrade will provide better insulation, ensuring a more stable and comfortable indoor environment which is crucial for the well- being of residents. Marrakech seeks funding to replace twenty-two (22) old outdated and deteriorating windows with modern energy efficient ones with modern, energy-efficient units that enhance residents' comfort and well-being.
Neighborhood Housing Services of New Haven (Rehab) $- 333 Sherman Ave, New Haven: Neighborhood Housing Services of New Haven (NHS) strengthens neighborhoods by developing affordable housing and increasing homeownership opportunities; providing homebuyer education and financial coaching; making homes safe, beautiful and energy efficient; and working to improve the perceptions of the communities in which they are working by helping residents take charge of their neighborhoods. NHS of New Haven plans to revitalize two currently uninhabitable properties at 596 George Street and 598 George Street, New Haven. NHS will conduct a complete gut rehabilitation of each of these two properties to historic restoration and weatherization standards, including high quality insulation, tankless water heaters, end energy- efficient windows and appliances. We will install all- new mechanical systems so that homebuyers are not confronted with major maintenance costs for 7 to 20 years. depending on their usage, upkeep habits, and the items in question. While this higher standard of quality and energy efficiency is expensive and atypical for most low-income housing developers, it is an essential component of lasting neighborhood change. NHS of New Haven will use the funds to support management and oversight of the rehabilitation
Upon This Rock Academy $- 311 Valley Street, New haven: Upon This Rock Academy envisions the transformation of the West Rock STREAM Academy (311 Valley St.) into a haven sanctuary for individuals experiencing homelessness, providing temporary housing while they pursue short and long-term goals such as housing stability, with the opportunity for homeownership, career development, and access to quality education for their children. We aim to provide a supportive environment where families can receive the necessary assistance and guidance. The project proposal aims to repurpose this school building, through a grant applied for through LISC, which will renovate the entire building keeping the current structure, solidifying a lease for 10 years, with a future goal of purchasing the building, This building will serve as a comprehensive drop-in center for women and children providing a one- stop solution that offers childcare in a childcare desert area. Bringing our program here amidst two housing complexes will allow more opportunities for community residents to enroll their children. Providing shelter for clients referred, and wraparound services to clients as well as the community. It will be a renovated to restore what is already there just to update HVAC, restore floors end create shared bathroom space with adequate bathrooms.
Hardware Totals $2,799,693
"Consolidated Plan Activity
(CDBG Public Service)" FY 26-27 Mayor's Proposed Description
PUBLIC SERVICE
Agency on Aging - Grocery Delivery Program $10,000 Office Location: 117 Washington Ave., North Haven: Funding will be used to help continue the successful Grocery Bag program started by the Agency on Aging during the Covid-19 pandemic. The pandemic served to increase awareness of the food crisis for individuals who lack the ability to afford food and get access to food sources such as food pantries and soup kitchens. The Grocery Bag program provides free food delivery to financially qualified older adults and people with disabilities. The purpose of the program is to ensure people in need have a means to get food delivered to their homes, at no cost. The goal of the program is to reduce food insecurity for this vulnerable population by providing an additional source of food and ensure individuals eligible for SNAP and/or Meals on Wheels are assisted in accessing these programs. Request includes portion of Program Coordinator salary and mileage.
Believe In Me Empowerment Corporation $10,000 Location: 423-427 Dixwell Ave. Funds will be used to support its Basic Needs Enhancement Program (BNEP), which will serve approximately 150 low- and moderate-income residents of the Greater New Haven community who are experiencing financial hardship, housing instability, reentry from incarceration, or recovery from substance use disorders. This program is designed to provide short-term stabilization and essential support to community members in need and is not limited to participants in BIMEC’s Transitional Housing Program. CDBG funds will be used to provide basic needs assistance, including the distribution of care packages containing essential items such as toiletries, towels, donated clothing, transportation assistance (bus passes), and meal vouchers. These resources address immediate barriers to stability and access to services for individuals at risk of homelessness or continued economic insecurity. Funding will also support a part-time (.5 FTE) Project Coordinator, who will oversee program intake, verify eligibility, coordinate service delivery, track outcomes, and facilitate referrals to housing, employment, and behavioral health resources. This role will ensure effective program implementation, accountability, and compliance with CDBG reporting requirements while allowing BIMEC to meet increased community demand. The Basic Needs Enhancement Program aligns with the public service priorities of New Haven and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development CDBG program by addressing urgent community needs, promoting housing stability, and improving outcomes for low- and moderate-income residents, including individuals with special needs. By providing essential resources and coordinated support, BIMEC helps strengthen community stability and foster a healthier, more equitable Greater New Haven.
BHcare Hope - Family Justice Center $20,000 Office Location: 127 Washington Ave. 3rd Fl. West, North Haven 06473. BHcare provides comprehensive behavioral health, prevention, and domestic violence services that improve the lives and health of individuals, families, and communities. They are dedicated to educating the public and raising awareness about domestic violence, mental illness, addiction, and the path to recovery. The overall goal is to build a healthier, happier, and safer community. BHcare’s Hope Family Justice Center is dedicated to increasing awareness of domestic violence and its effect on the community, empowering domestic violence victims by providing coordination of services, advocacy and safe and effective work for social change to eliminate domestic violence. Funding will support staff to provide a multitude of domestic violence and other services to clients at the HFJC. These roles provide welcoming, coordinated, and trauma-informed services to clients; develop outcome measures, collect data for reporting and presentations, and case documentation. Additional services include intakes (greeting and directing clients, visitors, and service providers; assisting clients with completing required documentation to ensure a full understanding of procedures, options, services, and content of documents prior to signing), advocacy, lethality assessments, individualized safety planning, emotional support, referrals, court accompaniment, hotline and LAP coverage, victim compensation assistance, shelter support, group facilitation, and external advocacy and providing trauma-informed emotional support to victims to strengthen coping skills and self-esteem. Continued funding for these positions will allow for continued services for existing and future clients, helping these individuals obtain improved outcomes, stability and independence from their abusers.
BHcare Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services $20,000 Location: 127 Washington Ave. 3rd Fl. West, North Haven 06473. BHcare’s Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services (UCDVS) is the principal provider of domestic violence services in the New Haven area. CDBG funds will be used to finance the full-time Housing Specialist stationed at the New Haven Safe House. The Housing Specialist assists survivors of domestic violence and their children to find safe, suitable, and stable housing after they leave the safe house.
Boys & Girls Club of New Haven $30,000 Location: 253 Columbus Ave. New Haven 06519. The Boys and Girls Club afterschool program helps to improve academics, character development, fitness, physical and emotional well-being of youth. Funding will be used to Support from CDBG in FY26-27 will help fund two key staff positions at our Columbus Avenue clubhouse: Unit Director and Teen Director. These two full-time staff members ensure the safe and effective delivery of our Teen and Tween Programs. The Unit Director provides staff and program oversight and is responsible for strategy and program development. The Teen Director is responsible for building the program, including outreach to New Haven middle and high schools. The Teen Director organizes and runs the teen/tween weekday program evenings and has the most time-intensive youth-facing role on the team. In addition, our request includes partial support for food and materials for Teen and Tween Programs throughout the school year. As described above, food is fast becoming an urgent need in low- and extremely low-income communities nationwide, including in New Haven. Support from the City will help us fulfill our plan to offer teenagers dinner every night. We are currently feeding youth on a very small budget; especially if our attendance numbers grow as we anticipate, we will need increased funding and in-kind donations for food to meet the rising demand. We see this as a health and wellness intervention, as well as a powerful organizing strategy to help build community and belonging among young people who come to BGCGNH from different schools and neighborhoods.
Career Resources $10,000 Location: 100 Lafayette Blvd. Suite 303 Bridgeport 06604. Funding requested by Career Resources for the STRIVE New Haven program will be used to provide an intensive two-week workforce readiness training program including soft skills training, job placement services, career coaching and credential attainment for individuals with barriers to employment in New Haven. Funds will be used to support salaries, benefits and program related costs.
Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Hartford/ Centro San Jose $10,000 Location: 290 Grand Ave. Centro San Jose (CSJ) is a Family Center located in the heart of Fair Haven. CSJ’s vision is that New Haven children, youth and their families will achieve their fullest potential and be productive citizens and future leaders. Funds will be spent on a part time youth facilitator salary and benefits necessary to provide youth programming,. This year, we are increasing our funding request to $40,000 so that the youth facilitator position can remain in our budget, as one of our private grants worth $20,000 was not renewed due to a high level of competition with other youth programs. The proposed program will promote academic achievement and volunteerism and increase youth social skills and assist youth in preparing and applying to college. This will increase their success in enrolling in college after high school,. 100% Fair Haven
Children In Placement $10,000 Location: 470 James St. Ste.007. Children in Placement advocates for the best interest of Connecticut’s Abused and Neglected Children throughout the child welfare and judicial system. Children in Placement is dedicated to ensuring safe homes, providing supportive services, and facilitating a stable transition into adulthood. Funding from the New Haven CDBG will support our work in New Haven in both Superior and Probate courts. Children in Placement recruits and trains volunteers who work on behalf of child victims in the court system focused only on their best interest. In addition, we recruit and train volunteers to provide a consistent adult for youth at risk.
Christian Community Action, Inc. $30,000 Office Location: 168 Davenport Ave. Proposal is for CCA’s Hillside Family Shelter (HFS), a comprehensive program that provides direct services for the Head of Household (HOH) and his/her family. will be used to expand and enhance employment services at both the ARISE Center (156 Davenport Ave) and the New HOPE Housing Program (660 Winchester Avenue) by: Computer Lab Expansion: Purchase computers to expand computer lab capacity, allowing more individuals to simultaneously access employment resources, complete online job applications, participate in virtual training sessions, and develop digital literacy skills essential for modern employment. iPads for Client Intake Coordination: Purchase iPads to streamline and modernize the client intake process across both program locations. These devices will enable staff to conduct digital intake assessments more efficiently, reducing wait times and paperwork processing while immediately entering client information into the data tracking system. This eliminates duplicate data entry and reduces errors that can occur with paper-based systems. Staff will be able to conduct mobile intake sessions for clients who may have mobility challenges or prefer to complete assessments in private consultation spaces, and utilize electronic signature capabilities to expedite consent forms and service agreements. The iPads will provide access to real-time availability of services and resources during the intake conversation, allowing for immediate scheduling and referrals. Additionally, these devices will maintain better data security through encryption rather than paper-based intake forms, and enable multilingual intake support through translation apps when working with clients who have limited English proficiency. This technology will reduce the administrative burden on staff, allowing them to dedicate more time to direct client services while ensuring accurate and comprehensive data collection from the first point of contact. Data Tracking Software: Implement specialized data tracking software to better monitor client progress, employment outcomes, job retention rates, and program effectiveness. This will enable more efficient case management and allow staff to identify and address barriers to employment more quickly. LCD Projector: Purchase an LCD projector to enhance workshop delivery for employment-focused workshops, financial literacy training, and job readiness sessions. This will allow for more engaging presentations and enable staff to demonstrate online employment resources and application processes to groups. These technology investments will serve individuals who are unemployed, underemployed, or those with an entrepreneurial mindset, expanding their access to the tools and resources necessary for securing sustainable employment or launching small businesses.
Cityseed - Farmers Market $15,000 Office Location: 162 James St. CitySeed’s programs support the evolving needs of hundreds of farmers, chefs, food entrepreneurs, and food insecure families in our network. CitySeed’s Farmers Markets support New Haven community members, including food insecure people and families. Funds will support New Haven seniors who are low-income, experiencing food insecurity, or lack access to local, healthy foods and utilize food access and nutrition assistance programs at CitySeed’s Farmers Markets. CitySeed’s Farmers Markets accept crucial nutrition incentive programs, such as SNAP, WIC, and FMNP. Funding will support the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (Senior FMNP), which provides low-income seniors with access to locally grown fruits and vegetables. Funds will be used to partially support the salaries of the Director of Agriculture, the Farmers Market Manager, the Marketing Manager as well as program advertising, outreach, permitting and special events promotion. Estimate that customers and clients served by the Farmers Markets will be primarily from neighborhoods where the Farmers Markets are located (20% Wooster Square, 20% Dixwell, 20% Westville.
Cityseed - Sanctuary Kitchen $15,000 Office Location: 315 Front Street. Kitchen Facility: 109 Legion Ave. CitySeed’s Sanctuary Kitchen partners with immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers in the Greater New Haven area who have experience with or an interest in culinary arts. Sanctuary Kitchen’s social enterprise provides professional development, culinary training, and steady employment at a living wage. Sanctuary Kitchen’s Job Training program, including its core modules: Culinary Training, Culinary ESL, and Job Readiness. Trainee chefs will be partnered with current Sanctuary Kitchen will allow Sanctuary Kitchen to continue providing culinary workforce training for immigrants and refugees in New Haven, thus building economic opportunity and authentic connections through food. Funding will support Sanctuary Kitchen’s next cohort during CitySeed’s fiscal year (February 1, 2026 - January 31, 2027). The grant will support core modules in Culinary Arts, Culinary ESOL, and Job Readiness. Trainee chefs will also be partnered with current Sanctuary Kitchen Senior Chefs to receive mentorship and build connections throughout the program. We aim to enroll two cohorts of 16 new participants each year.
Community Action Agency of New Haven, Inc. $25,000 "Location: 419 Whalley Avenue. Community Action Agency of New Haven, Inc.
created the S.M.A.R.T. (Single Mothers Actively Reaching the Top) program to empower mothers and their families by providing comprehensive case management and holistic support services aimed at fostering pathways to prosperity. This program has served approximately forty single mothers and grandmothers aged 18 to 55 annually. Barriers to success include employment gaps, limited work experience, unemployment, and underemployment, all of which contribute to financial distress. Emotional support is essential for single mothers, who may face feelings of isolation, loneliness, and stress. Many participants struggle to meet basic needs such as clothing, food, and housing and often have difficulty managing and developing realistic household budgets. CDBG funding will facilitate the expansion of workshops and personalized case management services including training in communication skills, employment readiness, and assistance with resume and cover letter development. Resources and strategies for job retention, parenting skills development, information on housing assistance, and coordination of income support programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), daycare assistance applications (Care4Kids), and Energy Assistance will also be provided. The goal is to offer practical strategies for building essential life skills. Funds will support partial salaries for the program coordinator and a case manager position, materials and supplies, rent and client support assistance. The agency proposes to expand assistance to 80 clients annually with CDBG funding support. Neighborhoods served: Dwight, West Rock, Beaver Hills and Dixwell."
Cornell Scott- Hill Health Corporation 0 Location: 400-428 Columbus Ave. Funds will be used to purchase purchase the Midmark 626 Barrier-Free Examination chair at the cost of $8,865 and Certified ADA compliant stand-on scale at the cost of $3,380 for a total cost of $12,245. We will leverage this funding by purchasing, in-kind, the Upholstered top at $547, patient support rails at $1,609, and leg supports at a cost of $1,119 for a total cost of $3,273. This equipment will bring the RWC up to the new ADA standards and meet the ongoing needs of residents who live below the FPG and who are at higher risk for SUD by assessing around 135 clients in the coming year. From there, if patients need to be referred for primary care or specialty treatment, they can follow up onsite The majority of the clients seen will originate from the Dixwell, Dwight, Edgewood or Newhallville neighborhoods.
Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen, Inc - 30000 Location: 57 Olive St. New Haven. DESK's Food Pantry program seeks to address both the immediate need of whole food items, as well as connect people to other mainstream resources that can help them find financial stability and improved wellbeing. DESK provides critical food assistance through its weekly Food Pantry program. Proposed funding would support DESK's role in the City's food assistance landscape by supporting a portion of the Pantry's Coorindator's salary, and provide funding for the purchase of food supplment that cannot be acquired through CT Foodshare(fresh produce, dairy and eggs)
Elena's Light (NEW) 15000 Location: 81 Patten Rd., North Haven: Low- and moderate-income refugee and immigrant women, youth, and families in New Haven face overlapping barriers that limit workforce participation, civic engagement, and long-term stability, including: low English proficiency and limited access to U.S. driver’s licenses, limited access to culturally competent health education and mental health supports, difficulty navigating complex and rapidly changing immigration and legal systems. reduced capacity among refugee-serving organizations due to recent funding cuts and increased demand for services. These challenges are compounded for women and youth, who often experience isolation, trauma, and limited access to trusted information. Without coordinated, linguistically accessible, and culturally responsive services, families remain disconnected from employment opportunities, healthcare systems, and civic resources. Through its programming, Elena’s Light promotes education and economic advancement, provides essential public services, and addresses community health and basic needs issues for refugee families in New Haven. CDBG Public Services funds will support program coordination, staffing, and direct service costs across Elena’s Light’s three core program areas, all of which promote education, workforce readiness, health, and civic engagement. CDBG funds will support Elena’s Light’s adult English language and literacy education and driver’s permit preparation programs, which address key barriers to employment, mobility, and independence for refugee women. CDBG funds will support these programs through partial salary support for an Education Program Coordinator, compensation for a culturally competent DMV instructor, and participant incentive gift cards ($25 per participant per session). CDBG funds will also support coordination and direct service costs for Elena’s Light’s Health & Wellness Programs, which address physical health, mental well-being, and access to essential resources that enable families to participate fully in education, employment, and civic life and the provision of Direct Assistance and Basic Needs Support. CDBG funds will also support coordination of direct assistance and donation-based programs, which distribute hygiene products, school supplies, winter clothing, and emergency assistance. As programs grow, CDBG funds will help support coordination of logistics and storage planning to ensure safe and timely distribution. CDBG funding will support a Health Program Coordinator, strengthening consistency, reporting, partner coordination, and sustainability while reducing basic-needs and health-related barriers to workforce and educational participation. CDBG funds will support Elena’s Light’s legal education and youth empowerment programs, which promote civic engagement, self-advocacy, and community connection. Legal Advocacy and Know Your Rights (KYR) Funding will support program coordination, honoraria for legal professionals, and translation and interpretation services for Know Your Rights presentations delivered with pro bono attorneys. Sessions address immigration-related rights, workplace protections, and access to public services in a linguistically accessible format. Youth Empowerment and Speaker Series - Lighting the Future CDBG funds will also support the Lighting the Future Youth Speaker Series, developed in partnership with Youth Speakers Lab. Through facilitated sessions with community leaders and peers, refugee youth build public speaking, leadership, and self-advocacy skills that support mental health, educational attainment, and future career pathways. CDBG support ensures consistent staffing, integration with other public services, and expanded access for low-income refugee youth and families.
Elm City Internationals 15000 CDBG funds will support Elena’s Light’s adult English language and literacy education and driver’s permit preparation programs, which address key barriers to employment, mobility, and independence for refugee women. CDBG funds will support these programs through partial salary support for an Education Program Coordinator, compensation for a culturally competent DMV instructor, and participant incentive gift cards ($25 per participant per session). CDBG funds will also support coordination and direct service costs for Elena’s Light’s Health & Wellness Programs, which address physical health, mental well-being, and access to essential resources that enable families to participate fully in education, employment, and civic life and the provision of Direct Assistance and Basic Needs Support. CDBG funds will also support coordination of direct assistance and donation-based programs, which distribute hygiene products, school supplies, winter clothing, and emergency assistance. As programs grow, CDBG funds will help support coordination of logistics and storage planning to ensure safe and timely distribution. CDBG funding will support a Health Program Coordinator, strengthening consistency, reporting, partner coordination, and sustainability while reducing basic-needs and health-related barriers to workforce and educational participation. CDBG funds will support Elena’s Light’s legal education and youth empowerment programs, which promote civic engagement, self-advocacy, and community connection. Legal Advocacy and Know Your Rights (KYR) Funding will support program coordination, honoraria for legal professionals, and translation and interpretation services for Know Your Rights presentations delivered with pro bono attorneys. Sessions address immigration-related rights, workplace protections, and access to public services in a linguistically accessible format. Youth Empowerment and Speaker Series - Lighting the Future CDBG funds will also support the Lighting the Future Youth Speaker Series, developed in partnership with Youth Speakers Lab. Through facilitated sessions with community leaders and peers, refugee youth build public speaking, leadership, and self-advocacy skills that support mental health, educational attainment, and future career pathways. CDBG support ensures consistent staffing, integration with other public services, and expanded access for low-income refugee youth and families.
Fellowship Place 30000 Location: 441 Elm St., New Haven. CDBG funding will support service delivery costs associated with Fellowship Place’s Evening Program and Caregiver Support Group. Funds will be used to sustain weekly AA and NA meetings held during evening hours and to support the coordination and facilitation of a monthly Caregiver Support Group. CDBG funds will cover on-site staffing to open and close the facility during evening programming, provide a consistent staff presence during AA and NA meetings, and serve as a point of contact with group leadership regarding on-site facility needs and logistical issues. Funding will also support outreach, coordination, and program facilitation of the Caregiver Support Group, held on the last Thursday of every month from 5:00-7:00 PM. This funding will help ensure consistent service availability, strengthen outreach and engagement, and stabilize program operations for peer-led recovery and caregiver support services. The Social Rehab Center Project expands Fellowship Place’s existing Clubhouse-based psychosocial rehabilitation program by increasing service availability beyond standard weekday business hours and strengthening peer-led outreach efforts. Currently, many individuals living with serious mental illness face barriers to accessing services due to work schedules, caregiving responsibilities, transportation limitations, or symptom-related challenges that make daytime participation difficult. By adding evening and weekend hours, the project increases flexibility and allows participants to engage in structured programming during times that better align with their needs.
Gather New Haven 10000 Gather New Haven is seeking funds to support its new Teen Tree Team (T3). T3 builds on the successes and lessons learned from Gather’s first teen-centered program, Growing Entrepreneurs. A year-round program, T3 will invest in youth through employment, skills training, basic forest ecology, and regular time in nature. Gather will use CDBG funds to pay participants wages, support staff salaries for hours spent on this program, and to purchase supplies. Led by our Director of Community Agriculture and Nature Stewardship (CANS - TBH), Gather will recruit participants during the spring and coordinate all program activities through the funding period. Work will take place in Gather’s Preserves with walking trails (Quinniupaic Meadows, Pond Lily, and Hemingway Creek) and run across the entire year of funding. After on-site training in tree care, land stewardship, and public education, T3 participants will work alongside a professional naturalist and/or staff members to plant trees, perform scheduled tree watering duties, remove invasive plants, maintain trails, and engage with preserve visitors. T3 will provide participants with active and passive educational opportunities. T3 participants will understand basic tree maintenance and urban first management-employable skills-and develop a foundation in the importance of trees and urban forests to human health and climate resilience. Gather will use CDBG funds to pay for a tree expert to work alongside staff to train youth participants. Neighborhoods Served based upon past participants: Fair Haven/Quinnipiac- (3) 30%, Hill- (2) 20%, Newhallville- (2) 20% Beaver Hills/West Rock-(2) 20% East Shore/East Haven- (1) 10%
Haven's Harvest $20,000 Haven's Harvest mission is to build community and reduce food waste, one food rescue at a time. Its goal is to not let any good food go to waste. The focus is on excess food and moving it into communities in need. The organization has created a strong food recovery network of volunteers, food donors, and nonprofit partners. As food recovery volumes have increased, Haven’s Harvest has added warehouse capacity to safely manage large-scale donations that cannot be immediately distributed. A dedicated Warehouse Manager is needed to ensure food safety, facility safety, and efficient movement of recovered food to partner organizations serving low- and moderate-income New Haven residents. Haven's Harvest will use CDBG funds to maintain its food recovery program in New Haven. CDBG funds will support the salary and associated costs of a Warehouse Manager who oversees food safety, facility safety, volunteer engagement within the warehouse, and the organized flow of recovered food to community partners. This role strengthens the organization’s capacity to keep excess food safely in the food system and accessible to low-income residents.
Higher Heights Youth Empowerment Programs 20000 Location: 157 Church St. 19th FL. New Haven. Higher Heights Youth Empowerment Programs, Inc. is requesting funding to support its Financial Literacy/College Access Program for students in grades 9 - 12. The purpose of the Program is: To help close the college access gap between high- and low-performing children, especially the achievement gaps between minority and nonminority students, and between disadvantaged children and their more advantaged peers; To provide students with an enriched and accelerated educational program that increases and builds self-confidence, self-worth, and self-pride, and To increase the financial knowledge and awareness of students as well as their parents. Through a partnership with Liberty Bank and Farmers Insurance, students and parents will go through a series of Financial Literacy workshops to learn about credit/debt management, insurance, and wealth building /management. Through a partnership with the University of New Haven, students enroll in the Higher Heights Charger Program to earn 3-6 college credits. CDBG funding will help support students with transportation and school supplies to get to the University’s campus and successfully complete their college courses. Students will also enroll in our SAT and academic tutoring program to improve their grades.Funds will also support a part-time College Access Advisor, tutor stipends, program materials and supplies. This past year, the program supported students from the following zip codes: Zip Code Count % of Total 06511 27 38.57% - Downtown / East Rock / Wooster Square 06515 23 32.86% - Westville 06513 17 24.29% - Fair Haven 06519 2 2.86% - The Hill / Long Wharf 06510 1 1.43% - Downtown New Haven
Junta for Progressive Action $25,000 "Location: 175 Grand Ave. New Haven. Junta addresses cultural disparities by offering comprehensive, culturally competent programs to stabilize households, foster economic independence, and empower communities. Services such as case management, legal immigration assistance, financial literacy workshops, ESL programs, and emergency support bridge gaps in resources and knowledge, directly addressing socioeconomic inequality. unds will support Junta’s JUNTA 360 program, dedicated to the stabilizing New Haven’s immigrant communities. Programs within this department include: Social Services Assistance: Stabilizing households through access to benefits and critical resources. English as a Second Language (ESL): Providing tailored classes to enhance language proficiency and employability. Additionally, the funds will support Junta’s free after school program, offering a safe, enriching environment for children of working parents. This program not only supports academic and social development but also provides peace of mind for parents striving to maintain stability. These initiatives empower participants, strengthen economic resilience, and contribute to long-term impacts across underserved communities. Funds will be used to support the salaries and benefits of program staff. Neighborhoods served: Fair Haven - 56%, The Hill -12%, Dixwell - 11%, West Haven - 5%, East Haven - 5%, Hamden - 3%, and Other 7%
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New Haven HomeOwnership Center $10,000 Location: 333 Sherman Avenue. The New Haven Homeownership Center (HOC) increases homeownership opportunities for individuals and families by offering pre- and post-purchase homebuyer education, financial coaching, and homeownership preservation services to help people gain financial proficiency and ensure that new and existing homeowners will be able to retain their homes. Funding will support the delivery of the HOC’s services, including one-on-one counseling services for people seeking to purchase a home, counseling for clients seeking assistance in mitigating a pending foreclosure, homebuyer/homeowner workshops and classes, and the new personal finance and entrepreneurship workshop series. Service estimates by neighborhood: 35% from Newhallville, 15% from Fair Haven, 15% from Dixwell, 15% from the Hill, 10% from West River, 5% from West Rock, and 5% from Beaver Hills.
New Haven Pop Warner Football $10,000 Office Location: 25 Whittlesey Ave. New Haven Pop Warner Football is a successful football development program for New Haven Youth Ages 5 to 14 years of age serving all 10 districts of New Haven. The program focuses on not only success on the football field but also soft skills such as teamwork, personal and team investment, time management, and organization that participants can take off the field to support academic success and personal achievement. To keep the price of participation lower, Pop Warner tries to reduce the demands of parents (who are already in the lower economic percentile) and seek alternative means of fundraising to offset costs. Through this funding, Pop Warner seeks to secure safety equipment for participants to reduce injury and promote teamwork, promote the continued success of children learned in their households and school which will lead to our participants being better citizens and keep them out of the criminal justice system. Neighborhoods Served; More than 72% of all participants in the program come from New Haven. Newhallville 16% Dwight 14% West Hills/Westville 12% Hill North/South 12% Fair Haven 9% Quinnipiac 7% Downtown 2%. 28% outlying areas outside of New Haven
New Haven Reads Community Book Bank $30,001.00 "Location: 45 Bristol St. New Haven. New Haven Reads partners with the community to provide free 1-on-1 tutoring, educational family support, and a book bank to empower aspiring readers to master the literacy skills needed to thrive in school and life. .The New Haven Reads programs include: one-on-one tutoring for children grades one through twelve: pre-k and kindergarten programs that are designed for students to start formal schooling on track or ahead of their peers; and a Book Bank that distributes tens of thousands of used and new books annually. Funds will be used to support the one-on-one tutoring program. The largest expense, over 80%, is for salaries. (Our rent and utilities at two of our three freestanding locations are paid for by Yale and the Science Park Development Corporation; we have three additional sites in New Haven elementary schools and one site with the Elm City Housing Authority.) Requesting partial funding for the salaries of two (2) Site Directors. The Site Director position is integral to the success of our program. Neighborhoods served: Amity - 3% Annex - 3% Beaver Hills - 5% Dixwell - 8% Dwight - 4% East Rock - 3% East Shore - 1% Edgewood - 3% Fair Haven - 15% Fair Haven Heights - 7% Hill - 11% Long Wharf - 0% Newhallville - 9% Prospect Hill - 1% Quinnipiac Meadows - 6% West River - 5% West Rock - 8% Westville - 5% Wooster Square - 3%
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New Haven YMCA Youth Center $15,000 "Location: New Haven YMCA Youth Center, 50 Howe Street. The New Haven YMCA Youth Center, helps teens and young adults reach their potential and thrive in a safe, trustworthy setting. The YMCA offers an aquatics curriculum that aligns with the YMCA USA and the American Red Cross with the goal of supporting safety in and around water. Safety in and around water is one of the Y’s major initiatives in our community. The program that has been designed begins with participants feeling comfortable and safe in around water, progressing through swim lessons, and moving onto the Aquatics Leaders Program. Upon successful completion of the Aquatics Leaders Program, participants will be certified lifeguards and/or swim instructors through the American Red Cross. This no-cost program to the participant, will provide potential opportunities for future employment at the New Haven YMCA Youth Center as well as our summer camp, Camp Mountain Laurel, as a lifeguard and/or swim instructor in the future. This program will be delivered in a safe and educationally enriching environment which affords participants opportunities for social interaction, building peer relationships and acquiring certifications in the field of aquatics. Requested funds will allow the New Haven YMCA Youth Center to offer fifty (50) teens and young adults an enriching opportunity as part of the curriculum within our aquatics program. This program will allow students to socialize with peers for positive social development while developing aquatics skills in and around water with no cost for families. Neighborhoods Served: 70% Dwight/Chapel 10% Westville 10% Dixwell 10% Downtown
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New Reach - FISH - Food Insecurity $15,000 Office Location. 269 Peck St. New Haven. As of January 2023, FISH of Greater New Haven merged with New Reach Inc. to become FISH, a program of New Reach. FISH serves around 700 people each year, including children and elderly persons. The program requires approximately $225,000 annually to operate. FISH is funded primarily by small private grants and donations, as well as a three-year grant from a private corporate foundation. New Reach seeks $58,516 in CDBG funding to be leveraged with private dollars to support FISH operations. The majority of the funding will be utilized for part of the salary and fringe costs for the Senior Warehouse Associate. The remaining balance of the funding will be used to purchase food inventory and supplies, utilities, and insurance. Supplemental food products are needed beyond what we can procure from Connecticut Foodshare and other food banks. Bags are the most expensive supply item in the program and are essential for food storage and monthly client deliveries. FISH benefits households throughout the City. Neighborhood Households % of HH Amity 11 3% Annex 22 6% Beaver Hills 9 2% Dixwell 24 6% Downtown 12 3% Dwight 14 4% East Rock 7 2% East Shore 1 0% Edgewood 6 2% Fair Haven 72 18% Fair Haven Heights 59 15% Hill 42 11% Mill River 4 1% Newhallville 41 10% Prospect Hill 4 1% Quinnipiac Meadows 14 4% West Haven 2 1% West River 12 3% West Rock 32 8% Westville 6 2% Wooster Square 1 0% Wooster Square/Mill River 2 1% Total 397 100%
Newhallville Community Services Development Corporation (NEW) $10,000 Location: 129 Hazel St., New Haven: Funds will be used to support the Newhallville Homeownership Pathways Program (NHPP) that aims to assist residents of Newhallville and nearby New Haven neighborhoods in achieving homeownership through customized coaching and workshops. It will emphasize financial preparedness, credit improvement, homebuyer training, and community engagement to foster sustainable homeownership. The program will focus on individualized coaching to help participants develop the knowledge, confidence, and financial skills needed to achieve homeownership. The program will help participants transition from renting to mortgage readiness through education, coaching, and accountability. Personalized coaching, homebuyer education, and coordinated access to financial and housing resources will support participants as they move from financial readiness to successful homeownership. Funds will cover the costs of a Homebuyer Coach, who will offer one-on-one coaching to program participants, along with homebuyer education workshops led by housing professionals such as realtors and mortgage lenders. Funding will also be allocated for outreach, marketing, and recruitment to ensure the program reaches households most in need of homeownership support. This includes printed materials, digital outreach, and community-based engagement efforts to attract and enroll eligible participants. Program materials and supplies, such as participant workbooks and financial planning tools, will further enhance learning and retention. Funds allocated for technology and administrative costs will support participant tracking, virtual coaching sessions, and data collection needed to monitor progress and outcomes. The Homebuyer Coach will serve as the primary point of contact and accountability partner for participants. The coach will conduct intake and assessments to evaluate income, credit, housing history, and overall readiness for homeownership. The NHPP will serve low- and moderate-income households earning up to 80% of Area Median Income in Newhallville and surrounding neighborhoods, including Dixwell, Beaver Hills, and Prospect Hill.
Sickle Cell Disease Assoc of America, Southern CT $10,000 Location: 1389 Chapel St., New Haven. Funds will complement efforts of providing prevention and awareness of sickle cell disease (SCD) since the disease is genetically transmitted. Funds will be used establish a health/education marketing campaign using social media outlets. Funds will be used to target high schools, college and university campuses and the overall community to bring awareness to the genetically transmitted disease. Funds will also support the SCT Testing Center for individuals who seek to know their SCT status. Funds will support the salary of the Genetics Counselor, the purchase of educational materials, medical testing and supplies, and insurance. The program will serve clients throughout the city.
Student Parenting and Family Services $10,000 "Location: 181 Mitchell Drive. New Haven. To accomplish this mission, SPFS operates the Elizabeth Celotto Child Care Center on site at Wilbur Cross High School, and has designed its program to: 1) Facilitate the access of adolescent parents to public education; 2) Provide school-based, integrated support services for adolescent parents and care for their children, including early childhood and parenting education, and social services; 3) Foster the emotional, educational, social and physical development of the children of adolescent parents; and 4) Improve the academic, social and economic outcomes of adolescent parents. Funding will supplement SPFS’s existing child care, early childhood education, mental health support, and family support and crisis intervention. The goal of these supplemental services is to increase adolescent parents’ knowledge about children’s developmental stages and parenting strategies during each developmental stage, and increase their confidence in implementing specific parenting strategies, and help parents connect to early intervention services to respond to concerns about developmental delays. The funds will support staff salaries and project supplies. SPFS predicts that 50% of the youth will be from Fair Haven, 20% from the Hill, and 30% from Newhallville, West Rock, Dixwell and/or Edgewood.
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The Mary Wade Home, Inc. $15,000 Location 118 Clinton Avenue. New Haven. Mary Wade operates Senior Transportation Programs for adults ages 60 years and older living in Greater New Haven. Services are available year-round: On weekdays (M-F), Mary Wade transports seniors to medical appointments, and on weekends to our Adult Day Center and various destinations for socialization, personal care, religious services, and recreation. The Transportation program averages 1,000-1,400 units (one-way trips) per month, impacting quality of life and health for hundreds of seniors and their families. The donation-based program is funded by Mary Wade and we apply for and receive grants from a number of sources to increase program impact, and especially for low-income seniors who need transportation. Mary Wade is requesting funds to help support the salaries for Senior Transportation Program Drivers working with older adults in the Program. These licensed and trained drivers are the backbone of our program, operating the wheelchair-accessible vehicles, supporting older adults who are using wheelchairs and medical equipment, and safeguarding passengers who are more vulnerable due to having Alzheimer's disease or other needs that make it unsafe to for them to travel alone. Mary Wade will support fringe for all drivers and other staff in this program (no fringe support is requested). The request to CDBG represents approximately 8% of Mary Wade's total Senior Transportation Program budget for 2026-27. Mary Wade will provide over $200,000 to support the program and brings significant leveraged support from federal, municipal, state, and local sources to offer this service for low-moderate income elderly in New Haven. Neighborhoods Served: Based on organization data, Mary Wade is estimating the follow services across New Haven: 18% Fair Haven; 2% Amity; 4% Annex; 4% Beaver Hill; 11% Dixwell; 2% Downtown; 2% East Rock; 5% East Shore; 2% Edgewood; 18% Fair Haven; 18% Fair Haven Heights; 9% Hill; 2% Mill River; 2% Newhallville; 13% Quinnipiac Meadows; 2% Wooster Square; 2% West Rock and 4% Westville.
Workforce Alliance $15,000 "370 James St, New Haven. Funds will be used to address New SNAP/Medicaid work requirements that have created additional compliance burdens for residents living in economic hardship. Many eligible individuals struggle with limited digital access, transportation or child care barriers, or sporadic labor force participation due to difficulty identifying or sustaining employment, training or volunteer/community service. Additionally, jobseekers need easy-to-use tools for online learning, access to training assistance, and exploring volunteer and/or job listings to meet the minimum 20 hours per week to meet work requirements and maintain safety net access. Without support, residents are at risk of losing essential benefits-jeopardizing food security, health coverage, and overall stability. This project addresses a clear gap in support, digital navigation, and labor market participation.
Requesting CDBG Public Service funds for the following: Materials & Supplies totaling $11,840 as follows: $4,400 for 2 VR Goggles @ $2,200 each for career exploration; $1,008 for 48 Reuseable headphones @ $21 each for self-service capacity; $432 for 12 Privacy screens @ $36 ea. for self-service capacity; $4,000 for 10 Chromebooks/Tablets @ $400 ea for participants to attend workshops; $2,000 for the American Job Center multilingual printed materials that clearly outline work requirements and pathways to compliance. Outreach & Marketing totaling $10,000 as follows: Targeted outreach to connect to 300+ impacted residents via $1,000 for Facebook advertisements; $5,000 for community radio for 135 commercials; $2,000 for printed materials and neighborhood events; $2,000 to translate American Job Center materials into multiple languages that clearly outline work requirements and pathways to compliance. Website Enhancements totaling $10,000 as follows: Creation of a part-time jobs database and volunteer opportunity search tool. Supportive Services totaling $18,000 as follows: Support for necessities such as transportation, basic needs, work clothes, etc. Average $200 per person for approximately 90 participants on an as needed basis. Open to all New Haven and Greater New Haven residents."
Public Service Totals $510,001
Consolidated Plan Activity (ESG) FY 26-27 Mayor's Proposed Description
ESG
Columbus House Overflow Shelter $70,000 ESG Shelter. Location 586 Ella T. Grasso Blvd. New Haven 06519. Funds will be used to support the men's Seasonal Overflow Shelter that will operate from mid-November to mid-April. Case management on-site will help the men obtain housing and explore employment/income opportunities.
Columbus House Rehousing $60,000 ESG Rapid Rehousing Location: 586 Ella T Grasso Boulevard, New Haven. Funds will be used to provide subsidies for 37 people experiencing homelessness. Eligible clients will receive a security deposit and short-term rental assistance, all paid directly to the landlord.
Liberty Community Services - Prevention $45,000 ESG Prevention. Location: 153 East St. New Haven 06511. Funds will be used to provide security deposit assistance and/or first month's rent to Greater New Haven county residents that are literally homeless and aid in obtaining permanent housing, and rental arrearage assistance to renters who are at risk of homelessness due to possible evictions.
Liberty Community Services - Supportive Services/Street Outreach $45,000 ESG Street Outreach Location: 153 East St. New Haven 06511. Funds will be used to hired a full time Outreach Navigator who will conduct outreach and linkage to services within a specific geographic area that encompasses Fair Haven, Downtown, the Sunrise Café (serving 100+ breakfasts) to people experiencing unsheltered homelessness, DESK (a drop in center and meal provider), navigation hubs, The Green and surrounding areas, specific encampments, and the Library. The Outreach Navigator will assess people’s needs and connect them to services/care within this area by making referrals and providing necessary follow-up. The focus is on assistance in obtaining permanent housing, employment counseling and assistance in obtaining other Federal, State and local assistance. The Outreach Navigator will work closely with the Community Services Administration's Housing & Homeless Services team (coordinator and outreach). Therefore, requested funds will be used to support 1 FTE (35 hours per week) Outreach Navigator plus supervision. This individual will have strong working relationships with area providers who specialize in services to people living in places unfit for human habitation. These include health care providers such as the Cornell Scott Hill Health Center’s Homeless Services Team, Fair Haven Community Health Center, the Community Health Care Van, the Coordinated Access Network, Elm City Communities, the City of New Haven, hubs, employment providers, supportive housing providers, shelters, and the Outreach & Engagement Team. If funded, Liberty is able to leverage vital resources to facilitate survival, access to basic needs, housing eligibility, housing placement, transportation, and service coordination.
New Reach Rehousing $45,000 ESG Rapid Rehousing Location: PO Box 8068 New Haven 06513. Funds will be used for Rapid Rehousing (RRH) staffing dollars to support 18 households that will receive case management services and short-term financial assistance with the primary goal of attaining/stabilizing housing. This request will fund the salary, fringe, and associated costs for 1.0 FTE Case Worker. All households will be families with children who are literally homeless per HUD. Most will present with an array of socioeconomic challenges including low income and complex factors like history of trauma. The New Reach RRH program is designed to rapidly rehouse families from shelter/street homelessness. Our RRH services employ person-centered, evidence-based practices such as trauma informed care, and the Critical Time Intervention model to help families achieve stability within a short period. During this time, clients focus on their strengths, barriers, and underlying issues as they build and solidify sustainable support networks. These services have proven to be successful with a high likelihood of quick housing placement and reduced recurrence of homelessness. This funding will provide the capacity to assist 18 households with overcoming barriers to housing, setting goals, and working toward solutions to improve economic mobility. Case workers and clients will co-create action plans to the benefit of all household members, including linkages to community supports to improve self-sufficiency over the long term.
Upon This Rock $22,551 ESG Shelter. Location 645 Grand Ave. New Haven, CT 06511. Funds will be used to support the ongoing operation of a 65-bed emergency shelter at 645 Grand Avenue, New Haven, CT. The shelter operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and provide three meals per day, snacks, toiletries, clean clothing, and personal care packages for each client. The funding will also be allocated to provide intense trainings for our staff to support the ongoing needs of the program. Affording staff the opportunity to be certified to administer medicine ( med-cert), CPR trained and certified, Narcan certified. Conduct In- services and trainings: for mental and behavioral health, substance use and addiction. The funding will also be able to give promotions and raises for staff once they have been certified. Our intakes show, we have an increasing amount of clients that are experiencing mental health. with the proper trainings in place community partners are willing to train and educate staff through paid trainings, which will enlighten staff with methods and strategy’s on helping to decrease some of the clients episodes of mental health and behavioral outbreaks.
City of New Haven Admin $2,449 “City Activity. To plan and coordinate the City's ESG activities, provide technical assistance, assist with contract preparation, payment processing, monitoring and to facilitate the review process and oversee compliance with federal regulations and Standards of Care guidelines.
ESG Totals $290,000
Consolidated Plan Activity (HOPWA) FY 26-27 Mayor's Proposed Description
HOPWA
Columbus House $46,000 Location: 586 Ella T Grasso Boulevard, New Haven 06519. Funds will be used to support 9 individuals living with HIV/AIDs, who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless in New Haven, including comprehensive case management and direct housing assistance in order to keep the client housed and connected to critical support services.
Independence Northwest $178,000 Location: 1183 New Haven Road, Suite 200, Naugatuck 06770. Funds will be used to provide scattered-site tenant based rental assistance for 25 clients and their families in the Greater Waterbury area.
Leeway $98,000 Location: 40 Albert Street, New Haven 06511. Funds will be used to serve 30 residents in the Residential Care Housing Program. Services will include a service plan, addressing their discharge goals and locating safe and affordable housing. 5 residents will receive STRMU assistance.
Liberty Community Services $396,000 Location: 153 East St. New Haven 06511. Funds will be used to provide 36 people with subsidized rents for those that fall within the low to extremely low poverty guideline obtain permanent housing within the community.
New Reach $356,000 Location: PO Box 8068 New Haven 06513. Funds will be used to continue assisting 22 households impacted by HIV/AIDs in the New Haven region through the supportive housing program (SHP). Assistance is provided to the client and their families.
StayWell $90,000 Location: 80 Phoenix Ave. Suite 201 Waterbury 06702. Funding will be used to support TBRA and STRMU. Funds will also be used to support a 50% of the Outreach Specialist position.
City of New Haven Admin $36,000 "City Activity. To plan and coordinate the City's HOPWA activities, provide technical assistance, contract preparation, invoice processing, monitoring and facilitate the review process and oversee compliance with federal regulations and Standards of Care guidelines.
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HOPWA Totals $1,200,000
Consolidated Plan Activity (HOME) FY 26-27 Mayor's Proposed Description
HOME
CHDO Set-Aside $135,000 The City of New Haven is required to set aside 15% of its allocation specifically for CHDOs. It is to be used for various eligible activities such as acquisitions, construction expenses etc. Up to 10% of the set-aside can be used for predevelopment activities and expenses in the form of acquisition or seed loans to determine project feasibility.
Downpayment and Closing $50,000 Homebuyer down payment and closing cost assistance program which gives a Homebuyer assistance towards the costs of buying and down payment. Homebuyer is required to complete pre-and post-counseling to receive these funds.
EERAP $50,000 Energy Efficiency Rehabilitation Assistance Program (EERAP) which will help homeowners improve their utility costs by making certain eligible improvements under the program. This Program is complimenting the Neighborhood Stabilization Program and the mission to stabilize our neighborhoods in this economic crisis. These funds will allow the program to reach the low, moderate and middle-income residents of New Haven.
Elderly Disabled $100,000 Cover emergency rehabilitation costs for elderly or disabled homeowners
11 HOME Admin City of New Haven $90,000 Cover program costs, monitoring and other allowable administration costs associated with the administration and oversight of the HOME Program.
Housing Development $475,000 Funds will be used for acquisition, new construction or rehabilitation of affordable homeownership and on a limited basis, rental units. Developers of affordable housing seeking such funding will be required to submit application to LCI throughout the program year. Developers may be non-profit housing providers, for-profit providers, CHDOs and LCI equity investments). Loans and grants will be approved at the discretion of LCI. Criteria for funding includes: capacity and track record of developer, financial feasibility of project, need for proposed housing and conformity with the City of New Haven’s Consolidated Plan along with the mission of the City of New Haven for the development year.
Program Income Housing Development $5,000 Program Income funds will provide for the rehabilitation and construction of low income owner‐occupied structures and rental properties. The highest priority is given to developments with homeownership as the outcome.
HOME Totals $905,000