Community Development Block Grant: Small Cities
“The Key to Connecticut’s Community Development Future”
Connecticut’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, also known as the Small Cities Program, provides funding and technical support for projects that achieve local community and economic development objectives. The Small Cities Program principally benefits low-and moderate-income persons. This program is only available to Connecticut towns and cities with populations of less than 50,000.
Funding for the Connecticut CDBG program is provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) under the guidelines of Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended. Eligible Activities must meet one of the following CDBG program National Objectives: benefiting low and moderate-income persons, eliminating slum and blight or addressing an urgent need.
The primary focus of the CDBG program is to benefit low-and moderate-income persons. The Connecticut CDBG program receives and distributes over thirteen million dollars each year. Since the state took over the administration of the CDBG program in 1982, over $325,700,000 has been invested in Connecticut communities. Communities participate in a competitive application process annually for CDBG funds to implement their proposed community and economic development projects.
Governor’s Press Release:
Pulaski Terrace Rehabilitation
Pulaski Terrace, located at 6 Carter Lane in Plantsville, CT, was originally built in 1968 and is now scheduled for significant rehabilitation through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, also known as the Small Cities Program.
The Town of Southington, in partnership with the Southington Housing Authority (SHA), applied for up to $2 million in funding through this program. The CDBG provides financial and technical support for projects that strengthen local communities and primarily benefit low- and moderate-income residents. Funding is provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and administered at the state level.
Planned improvements at Pulaski Terrace include:
- HVAC / Heat Pump Replacements
- New Asphalt Shingle Roofing, Venting & Drainage Improvements
- CCTV Security Camera System Installation
- Fire Alarm & Call for Aid (CFA) System Upgrades
These upgrades will extend the life of the property, enhance safety, and improve the overall quality of housing for residents, while also strengthening the Housing Authority’s portfolio.