Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)

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The annual CDBG funding allocation received by the City varies from year-to-year, depending on a number of factors. Federal regulations limit the amount of funding that can be used for public services programs and projects to a maximum 15% of the annual funding allocation. Additionally, up to 20% of the annual allocation is set aside by the City for program administration. The balance of the funds is allocated for all other CDBG activity categories. The City makes these funds available on a competitive basis to eligible outside agencies and City Departments for qualified activities that meet one or more of the CDBG National Objectives and which further the goals and objectives of the Five-year Consolidated Plan. Please note that the City of Perris gives first priority to City-managed programs and projects for funding.

CDBG Sample Projects

The following are examples of eligible activities for CDBG funding:

ADA improvements (installation of elevators, renovation of bathrooms, public streets, curb cuts, installation of audible signals, etc.) to meet ADA requirements
Acquisition, Installation, Construction and Rehabilitation of Infrastructure (i.e., streets, sidewalks, water, sewer, etc.), and Neighborhood Facilities; Facilities for Special Needs Populations; Clearing and Demolition.
Renovation/Expansion of project space utilized by clients served
Employment Services (i.e., job training/placement)
Educational Services Recreational Services
Housing Programs (i.e., homeownership assistance, rehabilitation and preservation, etc.)
Special Economic Development Activities
Child Care
Crime Prevention
Fair Housing Counseling
Health Services (i.e., substance abuse services)
Services for Seniors

CDBG funds cannot be used for maintenance, repair or operating costs. Ineligible activities include:

Buildings for the general conduct of government
General Government Expenses (i.e., maintenance, repair, operating costs, etc.)
Political and Religious Activities
Subsistence Payments

Planning and Performance Reports

Five Year Consolidated Plan

In compliance with HUD entitlement jurisdiction CDBG regulations, the City has prepared a five-year consolidated plan, an Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing, and Citizen Participation Plan. The Consolidated Plan is designed to help states and local jurisdictions to assess their affordable housing and community development needs and market conditions, and to make data-driven, place-based investment decisions. The consolidated planning process serves as the framework for a community-wide dialogue to identify housing and community development priorities that align and focus funding from the CPD formula Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program.

2019-2024 Consolidated Plan

Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER)

The CDBG regulations require grantees to submit an Annual Performance Report to HUD within 90 days of the close of a grantee’s program year. This is in accordance with the Consolidated Plan regulations at 24 CFR Part 91. Annual reports are used to meet three basic purposes:
1. Provide HUD with necessary information to assess each grantee’s ability to carry out its programs in compliance with applicable regulations and requirements; and
2. Provide information necessary for HUD to report to Congress;

City of Perris Action Plan

The Annual Action Plan provides a concise summary of the actions, activities, and the specific federal and non-federal resources that will be used each year to address the priority needs and specific goals identified by the Consolidated Plan. As a federal Entitlement City, Perris receives funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and is required to report and monitor spending. Grantees report on accomplishments and progress toward Consolidated Plan goals in the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER).

Americans with Disabilities Act Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a comprehensive civil rights law for persons with disabilities in both employment and the provision of goods and services. The ADA states that its purpose is to provide a “clear and comprehensive national mandate for the elimination of discrimination against individuals with disabilities.” Congress emphasized that the ADA seeks to dispel stereotypes and assumptions about disabilities and to assure equality of opportunity, full participation, independent living, and economic self-sufficiency for people with disabilities.

This ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan is prepared to fulfill the requirements set forth in the ADA 1991 standards Title II Regulation. The ADA states that a public entity must reasonably modify its policies, practices, or procedures to avoid discrimination against people with disabilities. This report will assist the City of Perris in identifying policy, program, and physical barriers to accessibility and in developing barrier removal solutions that will facilitate the opportunity of access to all individuals.

This report describes the process developed to complete the self-evaluation of City of Perris’ programs, policies, and facilities; presents the findings of that evaluation; and provides recommendations and a Transition Plan for ensuring accessibility.

This report also provides the planning and implementation of necessary program and facility modifications over the next several years. The ADA Self Evaluation and Transition Plan establishes the City of Perris’ ongoing commitment.

View the report here.