Public Hearing - CDBG State Program

Background

Ottawa County intends to apply to the Ohio Department of Development for funding under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) State Program, a federally-funded program administered by the state. Ottawa County is eligible to receive $174,000 for Fiscal Year 2026 CDBG Allocation funding, provided the county meets applicable program requirements. The first public hearing was conducted on March 3, 2026, to inform citizens about the CDBG program and its eligible activities.

Work Details

Ottawa County is proposing to undertake the following CDBG activities for Fiscal Year 2026: 1. Allocation Application – $147,500: a. Public Services – Ottawa County – $49,500 – Benefit to Limited Clientele; b. Purchase of a Wheelchair accessible passenger van for Veterans Services – $90,000 requested – Benefit to Limited Clientele; c. Fair Housing – $1,000; d. Administration – $7,000.

Period of Performance

The CDBG grant period is from September 1, 2026 through October 31, 2028.

Place of Performance

The activities will be performed in Ottawa County, Ohio.

Bidder Requirements

No specific set-aside certifications or requirements are mentioned in the solicitation.