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Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Economic Development Program (CDBG-ED) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) administered by Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) - Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources (DEHCR). CDBG-ED grant funds are awarded to local governments to assist businesses in creating or retaining jobs for individuals with low and moderate incomes.
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CDBG - Economic Development Program (ED) CDBG - Economic Development Program (ED) CDBG-ED grant funds (PDF) are awarded to local governments to assist businesses to create or retain jobs for individuals with low and moderate incomes.
Examples of eligible projects include: business loans to expand facilities or purchase equipment specialized employee training business infrastructure projects A pre-application meeting with DEHCR is required. The business will work with the Unit of General Local Government (UGLG) to complete the application for the CDBG-ED program.
Typical awards are $7,000-$10,000 per job created or retained, however the amount of funds awarded per job is at the discretion of DEHCR. At least 51% of the jobs created or retained must be held by low-and moderate-income (LMI) persons. CDBG-ED applications may be submitted at any time, and are reviewed by DEHCR as they are received.
CDBG-ED funds are awarded throughout the year until funds are no longer available. Application materials and submission instructions should be carefully reviewed prior to applying for CDBG-ED funds. If awarded, the CDBG contract will be between DEHCR and the UGLG.
F or each Grant Application received, DOA reviews the Application (on a case-by-case basis) to determine the eligibility and fundability of the proposed project. Successful Applications must meet a CDBG National Objective (in accordance with HUD program regulations). DOA anticipates a minimum 60-day review time period for submitted Applications.
Applications deemed eligible & fundable will be awarded State CDBG-ED funds. Aw ard letters will be issued upon determination of the Communities' (and their respective Businesses') abilities to meet a CDBG National Objective in accordance with HUD program regulations. The award letter outlines the next steps required to accept & execute a Grant Agreement (i.e. contract) with the State of Wisconsin.
Community grant administrators will be required to atte nd Implementation Training . CDBG-ED Application (PDF) CDBG-ED Application (Word) Refer to CDBG Resources and Trainings for additional application attachments.
Employee Self Certification Forms CDBG Implementation Handbook (policy guidance for CDBG-ED and other CDBG programs) Reporting requirements: see Chapter 9 and “Chapter Attachments/Fillable Forms” in the CDBG Implementation Handbook CDBG Training and Technical Assistance If you have questions about the status of your CDBG application, please contact the Department of Administration's Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources (DEHCR) at (608) 266-7531.
General information regarding DEHCR's Bureau of Community Development (BCD), which oversees and manages the CDBG Grants, may be obtained by emailing CDBG-Community Development or by contacting the BCD Director at (608) 261-7747. The mailing address is provided below for reference only. All applications and correspondence should not be mailed.
They are to be emailed to DOACDBG@wisconsin. gov . Wisconsin Dept.
of Administration Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources Bureau of Community Development
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Local governments applying to assist businesses. At least 51% of the jobs created or retained must be held by low- and moderate-income (LMI) persons. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows typical awards are $7,000-$10,000 per job created or retained; amount is at the discretion of DEHCR. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Economic Development Program (CDBG-ED) is funded by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) administered by Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) - Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources (DEHCR). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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