The annual percentage of U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds expended by the City for activities that benefit low-to-moderate income (LMI) persons.

The “Target” is 90 percent or greater of the HUD LMI benefit test annually; “Close to Target” is 70% or greater, which is the HUD standard; anything less “Needs Improvement”.

The Community Relations Department coordinates closely with citizens, Councilmembers, community agencies, and the HUD to develop viable urban communities through decent housing, suitable living environments, and expanding economic opportunities mainly for LMI persons.

HUD defines the target as all CDBG funds included in a designated fiscal year, except for funds used by the City for program administration or for planning activities, to meet the required aggregated percentage of not less than 70% used for activities that benefit LMI persons.

The City maintains its status as an "Entitlement Community" by executing our local strategies and continues to receive its annual CDBG and HOME allocation from HUD to meet LMI citizen needs.