What are the basic procedures to be followed to receive block grant funding?
In September of each year, CDBG staff schedule community meetings to provide technical assistance to communities and consortium/participating cities, County departments, residents and community organizations on how to apply for CDBG funding. The topics covered include, but are not limited to, eligibility, procedures, and dates for submittal. A CDBG application is also handed out at that time. By the end of October all applications for the next funding cycle must be received. Preliminary staff recommendations regarding funding are made to the County Board of Supervisors by March of the following year. The Board of Supervisors reviews recommendations, receives public input, and makes final recommendations by the end of April or early in May. Projects awarded funds must be ready to proceed in July. Projects may then be implemented, assuming a contract has been executed between the County of San Diego and the sub recipient.
