CDBG Funding for Housing, Parks, and Senior Center
San Marcos
Summary
San Marcos will get about $1.18 million in federal Community Development Block Grant money for 2026-27, funding senior meals and transportation, emergency rental assistance, home repairs for low-income homeowners, and neighborhood improvements. Money becomes available July 1 and councilmembers stressed getting the word out to residents who need it.
At a glance
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Last discussed Apr 28, 2026.
Impact analysis
$1.18 million in federal CDBG funds allocated for the 2026-27 program year.
Low- and moderate-income residents — especially seniors, families facing rent crises, and neighborhoods near Richmar Park and the Senior Center.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council (Regular) - Apr 28, 2026
San Marcos will get about $1.18 million in federal Community Development Block Grant money for 2026-27, funding senior meals and transportation, emergency rental assistance, home repairs for low-income homeowners, and neighborhood improvements. Money becomes available July 1 and councilmembers stressed getting the word out to residents who need it.
City Council (Regular) - Mar 24, 2026
San Marcos expects about $703,000 in new federal CDBG money plus $497,000 in reinstated funds next year, earmarked for rental assistance programs, Richmar Park phase two, and a long-needed senior center HVAC replacement. Final funding picks come April 28 after a 30-day comment period.
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