Office of the County Manager

WASHOE COUNTY
Community Development Block Grant
FY 2026-2027
Informational Meeting
Notice of Public Meeting & Agenda

This meeting is available virtually and in person.

July 22, 2026 10:00 AM
Washoe County Caucus Room, Bldg. A, 2nd Floor
1001 E. Ninth Street in Reno
Reno, NV 89512

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR DISCUSSION OF POSSIBLE STATE CDBG APPLICATION

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Washoe County will conduct a public hearing on July 22, 2026 at 10:00 am in the Building A Caucus Room at 1001 E. 9th St. Reno, NV 89512 in order to discuss possible applications for funding under the next fiscal year’s (July 1, 2027 to June 30, 2027) State Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program and to solicit citizen input on possible activities to be included in the application. It is estimated that approximately   will be available $3,000,0000 in total.

ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES UNDER THE ABOVE ALLOCATION CONSIST OF: PUBLIC FACILITY AND PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS PROJECTS, AND PLANNING STUDIES. ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES PAID FOR WITH THE STATE CDBG FUNDS MUST MEET ONE OR MORE OF THE THREE NATIONAL OBJECTIVES LISTED IN CDBG FEDERAL STATUTES AS FOLLOWS: BENEFIT TO LOW INCOME HOUSEHOLDS OR PERSONS; ELIMINATION OF SLUMS AND BLIGHT; OR MEETING URGENT COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT NEED.

WASHOE COUNTY IS ONLY ELIGIBLE IN UNINCORPORATED AREAS.

The purpose of this public hearing is to provide information about the CDBG program, past projects that have been funded in Washoe County, how to apply, eligibility requirements, how and where funds can be used, and to give citizens an opportunity to make their comments known regarding what types of eligible activities Washoe County should apply for under the State CDBG program. A second public hearing will be held to discuss proposed projects submitted to date. A final hearing will be held to discuss, approve and rank applications prior to submittal to the State. 

Washoe County, in compliance with Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, will make its public meetings digitally, physically, and language accessible to the public. For limited English proficient and hearing-impaired individuals, the Wordly application is available to members of the public attending the meeting in-person. Persons who require special accommodation or assistance in attending this meeting may contact the Office of the County Manager at least two working days before the meeting, if possible, by dialing 311 from any phone or (775) 328-2003.or NV Relay AT 7-1-1. 

If you are unable to attend the public hearing, written comments may be directed to Washoe County, at 1001 E. 9th St. Reno, NV 89512.  In addition, information is available for review at the above address between the hours of 08:00 a.m. - 05:00 p.m. on Monday-Friday (excluding Federal Holidays).

Washoe County promotes fair housing and makes all its programs available to low- and moderate-income families regardless of age, race, color, relation, sex, national origin, sexual preference, marital status or handicap.

 

VIRTUAL ACCESS via ZOOM

Zoom Link  https://washoecounty-gov.zoom.us/j/94809485535

Meeting ID: 948 0948 5535              

 

NOTE: The ZOOM Meeting option will require a computer with audio and video capabilities. Additionally, public comment can be submitted via email to washoe311@washoecounty.gov or by calling 775-328-2003. The County will make reasonable efforts to include all such comments received by 4:00 pm one working day prior to the meeting.

AGENDA

 

This agenda is posted at Washoe County Administration Building, the eight (8) Main Washoe County Library locations, Washoe County Courthouse, and Sparks Municipal Court.

 

1. Introductions 

2. Community Development Block Grant Program Overview 

3. Eligible and Ineligible Projects 

4. Past CDBG Projects 

5. CDBG Grant application process overview 

6. Washoe County steps for submissions and deadlines 

7. Questions and comments 

8. Recommendations from the Public - Public Comment 

         (3-minute time limit per person) 

9. Adjournment