NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
AND REQUEST FOR CITIZEN INPUT
ON THE CITY OF ROWLETT
2026 ANNUAL PLAN
FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT NEEDS
In accordance with the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, and 24 CFR Part 570, the City of Rowlett will hold a public hearing to receive citizen input on the development of the 2026 Annual Plan. This plan outlines the proposed use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds in alignment with the City's Five-Year Consolidated Plan priorities. Following City Council approval, the plan will be submitted to HUD no later than August 16, 2026.
For FY 2026 (beginning October 1, 2026), the City will receive $316,079 in CDBG funds. Federal regulations require these funds to support activities that benefit low-income residents, address slum or blight, or meet urgent community needs. Eligible uses include improvements to public facilities (parks, streets, community centers), housing assistance, homebuyer programs, public services, code enforcement, and demolition.
The hearing will provide information on expected funding (including anticipated program income), eligible activities, and the estimated benefit to low- and moderate-income households. Citizens are encouraged to participate and provide feedback.
Information gathered during the planning process has been used to develop proposed priorities and activities. Funds will support administrative functions, financial and technical assistance, and project costs. Up to 20% of CDBG funds may be used for program administration. An estimated 70–90% of funds will directly benefit low- and moderate-income residents. The City will continue to follow its policies to minimize displacement resulting from CDBG-funded projects.
Proposed 2026 CDBG Budget
$ 63,216 Administration: Program operations and management
$ 47,412 Public Services: Health and human services for low-income or special-needs households
$205,451 Public Facilities: Infrastructure and facility improvements in eligible low-income areas
$316,079 Total CDBG Award
Two public hearings were held on May 19, 2026. The public is again invited to participate in this final hearing to comment on proposed priorities, funding, projects, and activities. This notice also provides a 30-day comment period prior to City Council's final approval on August 4, 2026, and submission to HUD by August 16, 2026.
Public Hearing Information
Date: August 4, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: Live viewing at https://ci.rowlett.tx.us/Streaming-Video (see City Council agenda for additional viewing/listening options)
Written comments on the Annual Plan, community needs, strategies, or proposed use of funds may be submitted to snix@rowlett.com or to Susan Nix, Community Development Building, 5702 Rowlett Road, Rowlett, TX 75089, no later than 5:00 p.m., July 31, 2026. Written responses will be provided if a name and return address are included. Proposed plans will be available for public review at the same address.
Interpretive services for deaf or non-English-speaking residents are available with 48 hours' advance notice. To request accommodations, contact the City of Rowlett Development Services Department at 972-463-3926 or TDD 1-800-735-2989.
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