National Community Development Block Grant

(CDBG) WeekApril 1-6, 2013

CDBG

The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program was enacted into law as part of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974. CDBG’s main purpose is to provide decent, safe and sanitary housing, a suitable living environment and economic opportunities to low- and moderate-income people.

City of Round Rock CDBG Funded Projects

City of Round Rock CDBG Home Repair Program

• The Home Repair Program has assisted 55 low-income homeowners with substantial repairs such as roofing, plumbing and electrical work.

• This program provided grants in order to improve home safety and bring substandard properties into code compliance.

Replacement of Water Heater, Pan and Drain

Before After

Replacement of flooring with water damage

Before After

Roof ReplacementBefore After

Replacement of SidingBefore After

Replacement of SidingBefore After

Garage Door ReplacementBefore After

Plumbing/Bathroom RepairBefore After

Buck Egger Park Improvements

Installation of Synthetic Turf Practice Field Installation of 20 space parking lot

Other Parks Improved with CDBG Funds

Veterans Park Improvements Greenhill Park Improvements

2013 Street Improvements Project

Greenhill Neighborhood Street Improvements partially funded with CDBG

YMCA Restroom Project

Round Rock Housing Authority

Installation of Playground and Basketball Court at 1505 Lance Lane

Social Service Agencies Assisted with CDBG Funds

Round Rock Area Serving Center Food Pantry Program

Round Rock Housing Authority Neighborhood Outreach Center

Other Social Service Agencies funded with CDBG

• Austin Tenants Council• Literacy Council of Williamson County• Foundation Communities Tax Center• Meals on Wheels• Bluebonnet Trails MHMR• Hope Alliance Crisis Shelter

Habitat for Humanity of Williamson County

Purchase of lots for construction of affordable homes in Round Rock

Habitat Homes built on lots purchased with CDBG funds in Round Rock