Fiscal Year 2023-24 Committee Meetings
General Notice for Fall 2022/Winter 2023 Meetings: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at 9:00 a.m.
Board of Supervisors HOME-ARP Allocation Plan Public Hearing
Staff Report: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
You may find additional information on the Board of Supervisors meeting webpage.
Thursday, December 1, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
Priority Setting Committee Public Hearing
Agenda & Staff Report: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Thursday, November 3, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
Priority Setting Committee Public Hearing
Agenda & Staff Report: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Fiscal Year 2022-23 Committee Meetings
General Notice for February-May 2022 Meetings: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Tuesday, May 10, 2022, after 9:00 A.M.
Board of Supervisors Funding Recommendation Public Hearing
Notice: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Staff Report: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Thursday, April 7, 2022 at 6:00 P.M.
Countywide Priority Setting Committee Funding Recommendation Public Hearing
Agenda and Staff Report: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Tuesday, March 22, 2022 at 6 P.M.
Novato Planning Area Funding Recommendation Public Hearing
Agenda and Staff Report (City of Novato Website)
Monday, March 21, 2022 at 7 P.M.
San Rafael Planning Area Funding Recommendation Public Hearing
Agenda and Staff Report (City of San Rafael Website)
Thursday, February 24, 2022 at 6 P.M.
The Countywide Priority Setting Committee reviewed and discussed the proposed CDBG and HOME project applications for FY 2022-23 funding.
Agenda and Staff Report: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
General Notice for the Sept-Nov 2021 Meetings: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Thursday, November 4, 2021 at 6 P.M.
Topics include: Approve funding priorities & grant cycle timeline, discuss HOME American Rescue Plan funding, and discuss CDBG Timeliness
Agenda: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Staff Report: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Thursday, September 30, 2021 at 6 P.M.
Topics include: Conduct interviews for PSC, introduce funding cycle priority review, and discuss the Lead Safe Housing Rule
Agenda: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Staff Report: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Thursday, September 2, 2021 at 6 P.M.
Topics include: Discuss Permanent Local Housing Allocation (State funding), HUD Audit, Racially Restrictive Covenant Project, and AB686
Agenda: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Staff Report: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
2022 Federal Grant Application Cycle
The Housing and Federal Grants Division received 45 completed applications for the 2022-24 application cycle for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) funds. Applications for HOME funding for the 2022-24 funding cycles are closed, as are CDBG Public Services and CDBG Capital. A limited application for 2023-24 CDBG Housing funding is available through the Super-NOFA and application released in early February 2023, linked above.
2022 Marin County CDBG/HOME Awarded Projects
Below are the completed applications that were considered for funding in the 2022 application cycle:
Federal Grant Applications for Program Years 2022-23 and 2023-24
Applications for the 2022-24 funding cycles closed on Monday, January 31, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.
There are several important points to keep in mind when planning for your application:
- Only complete applications submitted on-time will be considered for funding. Complete applications include the application document, project budget, and organization budget.
- CDBG public service funds will first prioritize projects that provide Basic Health Services; Children, Youth, and Parent Support Services; Food Security; and Housing Support Services.
- Housing funding will first prioritize projects that provide Family Housing and/or a Land trust model in eastern Marin that provides home ownership opportunities, with specific inclusion for African Americans.
- Housing projects built before 1978 will require lead testing or proof of past testing/treatment in accordance with the Lead Safe Housing Rule. Project scopes should consider this and include these costs.
- Minimum grant size is $15,000 per year.
More details can be found in the Application Guidelines provided below. Questions about the application and process may be submitted to the Housing and Federal Grants Division.
Application Submission Documents
Application Guidelines - English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Downloadable Application Template (Do not submit this form unless authorized by staff) - English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Budget Template - Housing and Community Infrastructure/Capital Project
Sample Budget
Budget Template - Public Services Project
Sample Budget
Notice of Application - English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Bidders Conference
An opportunity to learn about the application process, funding priorities, and types of eligible projects for the 2022-24 application cycle for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program.
Tuesday, January 11th, 2022 via Zoom
11:00 am to 12:00 pm - Public Service Projects
PowerPoint Presentation
1:00 to 2:00 pm - Community Infrastructure/Capital and Housing Projects
PowerPoint Presentation
Committee Recruitment
The County of Marin invites Marin community residents to apply to serve on the Countywide Priority Setting Committee (PSC). The PSC oversees the distribution of federal funds through the Community Development Block Grant program (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) to support a variety of community-based projects, including affordable housing, community facilities, and public services, such as childcare scholarships and services for individuals with disabilities.
There were three (3) openings on the PSC for community members representing the interests of racial and ethnic minorities and/or people with disabilities. Upon selection, committee member terms will go through September 2023. This year the openings are for community members from the following regions including neighboring unincorporated areas of:
- Fairfax, Ross, San Anselmo, and adjacent unincorporated communities
- Belvedere, Mill Valley, Sausalito, Tiburon, and adjacent unincorporated communities, including Marin City and Tam Valley
- Countywide, at-large member
Applications were due at 4:00 pm on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 by email to FederalGrants@MarinCounty.org or by mail to the Marin Civic Center at 3501 Civic Center Drive, Suite 308 San Rafael, CA 94903 ATTN: Housing & Federal Grants.
Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Committee Meetings
The County of Marin invites community members to attend and participate in all the Countywide Priority Setting Committee meeting. Below are a listing of past public meetings:
In the interest of protecting community members and employees from the spread of COVID-19, all in person public hearings related to funding recommendations for Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships Program funds, after March 2020, were held virtually.
Countywide Priority Setting Committee Public Hearing
Thursday, November 12, 2020 at 6:00 PM, virtual public hearing through online video and/or phone access
Agenda and Staff Report: English, due to reduced translation services available, materials in Español and Tiếng Việt are accessible through Google translate from this page.
Board of Supervisors Funding Recommendation Public Hearing
Tuesday, May 4, 2021, after 9:00 AM
Notice: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Staff Report English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Details on how to view or participate in the virtual public hearing, including access to Spanish interpretation, can be found at the Board of Supervisors webpage.
Due to reduced translation services available, please contact Housing and Federal Grants Division to receive the Annual Action Plan in Español and Tiếng Việt.
Countywide Priority Setting Committee Funding Recommendation Public Hearing
Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 6:00 PM
Notice: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Agenda and Staff Report: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
San Rafael Planning Area Funding Recommendation Public Hearing
Monday, March 15, 2021 at 7 PM
Agenda and Staff Report
Novato Planning Area Funding Recommendation Public Hearing
Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at 6 PM
Agenda and Staff Report
Countywide Priority Setting Committee – Committee Member Interviews and Project Review Hearing
Thursday, February 18, 2021 at 6pm
Notice: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Agenda and Staff Report
Federal Grant Applications for Program Years 2021-22
The Housing and Federal Grants Division received 5 applications covering 4 additional housing projects. These will be evaluated for funding along with 25 applications previously received for the 2020-22 application cycle for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) funds. All applications currently under consideration are here:
Community Infrastructure/Capital Projects
Housing Projects
Public Services Projects
A call for additional applications for the 2021-22 funding cycle to support Housing Acquisition and Rehabilitation projects opened on January 25th, 2021. Completed applications were due to the Marin County Community Development Agency at 5:00 p.m. PST, on Friday, February 5th, 2021.
Funding for Capital projects and Public Service projects will be allocated using the 2020-22 2-year applications submitted in 2020. Housing projects previously submitted in 2020 were asked not to resubmit.
Questions about the application and process may be submitted to the Housing and Federal Grants Division.
Application Documents
Applications will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. PST, on Friday, February 5, 2021.
Application Guidelines
Application Form (Required)
Budget Form (Required)
Sample Budget
Committee Recruitment
Applications for the Countywide Priority Setting Committee
The County of Marin invited community residents to apply to be members of the Countywide Priority Setting Committee. The application opened on January 12, 2021 and closed on February 11, 2021 at 4pm. This committee oversees the distribution of federal funds through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) in Marin County.
There were four (4) openings on the Priority Setting Committee for community members representing the interests of racial and ethnic minorities and/or people with disabilities. This year the openings were for community members from the following regions:
- Larkspur, Corte Madera, and adjacent unincorporated communities, including Kentfield and Greenbrae
- Novato and adjacent unincorporated communities
- San Rafael including the Canal neighborhood, and adjacent unincorporated communities
- West Marin including the coastal corridor from Muir Beach to Dillon Beach, Point Reyes, and inland communities including Nicasio and the San Geronimo Valley
Selected committee member terms go through September 2022.
The Countywide Priority Setting Committee was expanded in 2012 with the goal of bringing greater diversity to the group that (1) advises the Board of Supervisors on the CDBG and HOME funding allocation process and (2) provides input on the County’s implementation of the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice. Therefore, this recruitment is specifically for individuals who represent the interests of racial and ethnic minorities and/or people with disabilities.
Application: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Committee Description: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Countywide Priority Setting Committee Meetings
The County of Marin invites community members to attend and participate in all the Countywide Priority Setting Committee meeting. Below are a listing of upcoming public meetings:
In the interest of protecting community members and employees from the spread of COVID-19, all in person public hearings related to funding recommendations for Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships Program funds, after March 2020, were held virtually.
Countywide Priority Setting Committee Public Hearing
Thursday, November 12, 2020 at 6:00 PM, virtual public hearing through online video and/or phone access
Registration is required using the following link:
https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_az9kXDraTWyGkxgnPi2Zdg
Agenda and Staff Report: English, due to reduced translation services available, materials in Español and Tiếng Việt are accessible through Google translate from this page.
Board of Supervisors Public Hearing
Tuesday, May 12, 2020, after 9:00 AM
To participate in the virtual public hearing visit the Board of Supervisors webpage and view the Agenda for details
Staff Report: English, due to reduced translation services available, materials in Español and Tiếng Việt are accessible through Google translate from this page.
Attachments: English, due to reduced translation services available, materials in Español and Tiếng Việt are accessible through Google translate from this page.
Countywide Priority Setting Committee Public Hearing **Rescheduled**
Thursday, May 7, 2020 at 6:00 PM, virtual public hearing through online video and/or phone access
Registration is required using the following link:
https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_tEMOLMKESc-C3iU_oRRbsQ
Agenda and Staff Report: English, due to reduced translation services available, materials in Español and Tiếng Việt are accessible through Google translate from this page.
Novato Planning Area Public Hearing **Rescheduled**
Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at 6 PM, or thereafter, through WebEx, Meeting Number (Access Code): 264 560 715, Password: FJuKkMF24X3
Agenda: English
Staff Report: English
For more information on how to participate, visit The City of Novato webpage here.
San Rafael Planning Area Public Hearing **Rescheduled**
Monday, March 23, 2020 and April 6, 2020 at 7 PM, or thereafter, streamed through YouTube Live
Agenda: English
Staff Report: English
The public can participate in the following ways:
Optional Priority Setting Committee Application Review Workshop
(this is a workshop only; no decisions will be made)
Thursday, February 20, 2020 at 6pm, at the Marin County Civic Center, Board of Supervisors Chambers, 3501 Civic Center Drive, Room 330, San Rafael, CA 94903
Agenda: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Staff Report: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
PowerPoint: English
Consolidated Plan and 2020-21 Funding Cycle Priority Setting Public Hearing
Date: December 5th, 2019 7:00 P.M.
Location: Marin County Civic Center, Board of Supervisors Chambers, 3501 Civic Center Drive, Room 330, San Rafael, CA 94903
Agenda: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Staff Report: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Committee Member Interviews and Updates on the Consolidated Plan and Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing
Date: October 17th, 2019 7:00 P.M.
Location: Marin County Civic Center, Board of Supervisors Chambers, 3501 Civic Center Drive, Room 330, San Rafael, CA 94903
Agenda: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Staff Report: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Federal Grant Applications for Program Years 2020-22
The Housing and Federal Grants Division received 48 completed applications for the 2020-22 application cycle for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) funds. The requests totaled $6 million for FY 2020-21 and $3.2 million for FY 2021-22. Below are the completed applications submitted by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 6, 2020.
Community Infrastructure/Capital Projects
Housing Projects
Public Services Projects
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Applications for the 2020-22 funding cycle opened on January 6th, 2020. Completed applications were due to the Marin County Community Development Agency at 5:00 p.m. PST, on Thursday, February 6, 2020.
There were three (3) notable changes to the application process:
- Transitioning from a one (1) year application cycle to a two (2) year application cycle.
- Increasing the minimum grant size to $15,000 per year.
- Identifying Public Service funding category priorities as:
- Housing Support Services
- Basic Health Services
- Children, Youth, and Parent Support Services
Questions about the application and process may be submitted to the Housing and Federal Grants Division.
Application Documents
Applications will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. PST, on Thursday, February 6, 2020.
Application Guidelines - English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Online Application Form (preferred form of submission)
Printable Application Form - English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Housing and Community Infrastructure/Capital Project Budget
Sample Budget
Public Services Project Budget
Sample Budget
Housing and Community Infrastructure/Capital Bidders Conference Presentation
Public Services Bidders Conference Presentation
Bidders Conference and Application Information Session
In-person opportunities to learn about the application process, funding priorities, and types of eligible projects for the 2020-22 federal funding cycle for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program. All nonprofits and fiscally sponsored projects are encouraged to attend:
Bidders Conference
Wednesday, January 15th, 2020 at the Marin County Civic Center, Board of Supervisors Chambers, 3501 Civic Center Drive, Room 330, San Rafael, CA 94903
1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. - Public Service Project
2:30 P.M. to 3:30 P.M. - Community Infrastructure (Capital) and Housing Projects
RSVP by Monday, January 13th.
General Information
The Marin County Community Development Agency makes grant funds available only to nonprofit agencies and local governments. We do not fund individuals or families.
- The Federal Grants Division of the Marin County Community Development Agency administers the Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) and the HOME Investment Partnerships Program. Both are funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
- The Federal Grants Program is overseen by the Priority Setting Committee (PSC), which is made up of elected officials and community members from around the County.
Supplemental documents:
Priority Setting Committee Member Recruitment
The County of Marin invites community residents to apply to be members of the Countywide Priority Setting Committee. This committee oversees the distribution of federal funds through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) in Marin County.
There are three (3) openings on the Priority Setting Committee for community members representing the interests of racial and ethnic minorities and/or people with disabilities. This year, the openings are for community members from the following regions:
- Fairfax, Ross, San Anselmo, and adjacent unincorporated communities
- Belvedere, Mill Valley, Sausalito, Tiburon, and adjacent unincorporated communities, including Marin City and Tam Valley
- Countywide, at-large member
Upon selection, community members will sit for a two-year term from October 2019 through October 2021.
The Countywide Priority Setting Committee was expanded in 2012 with the goal of bringing greater diversity to the group that (1) advises the Board of Supervisors on the CDBG and HOME funding allocation process and (2) provides input on the County’s implementation of the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice. Therefore, this recruitment is specifically for individuals who represent the interests of racial and ethnic minorities and/or people with disabilities.
The application period for the Countywide, at large and the Belvedere, Mill Valley, Sausalito, Tiburon, and adjacent unincorporated communities, including Marin City and Tam Valley seats closed on Tuesday, September 24, 2019 at 4:00 PM
Applications for the Fairfax, Ross, San Anselmo, and adjacent unincorporated communities were extended until Friday, October 11, 2019 at 4:00 PM.
Applicants participated in an interview with the Committee on Thursday, October 17, 2019 at 7:00 PM.
Application: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Committee Description: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Fiscal Year 2019-20
Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER)
The draft Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER)'s required 14-day comment period opened Monday, January 11 and closed at 4:00 p.m., Friday, January 29, 2021. Comments were accepted by email to the Housing and Federal Grants Division and hard copy comments were accepted at 3501 Civic Center Drive, Suite 308, San Rafael, CA 94903.
Report: English
Due to reduced translation services available, please contact Housing and Federal Grants Division to receive materials in Español and Tiếng Việt.
Priority Setting Committee and Planning Area Public Meetings
Board of Supervisors Public Hearing
Tuesday, May 7th, 2019, at 9am or thereafter
Marin County Civic Center, Board of Supervisors Chambers
3501 Civic Center Drive, Room 330, San Rafael, CA 94903
Public Notice: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Federal Grants Staff Report: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Voluntary Compliance Agreement Staff Report: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
PowerPoint Presentation: English
Countywide Priority Setting Committee Public Hearing
Thursday, April 4th, 2019 at 7:00 PM
Marin County Civic Center, Board of Supervisors Chambers
3501 Civic Center Drive, Room 330, San Rafael, CA 94903
Agenda: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Staff Report: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
PowerPoint Presentation: English
San Rafael Planning Area Public Hearing
Monday, March 18, 2019 at 7 PM, or thereafter
San Rafael City Hall, Council Chambers
1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901
Staff Report: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Novato Planning Area Public Hearing
Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at 6 PM, or thereafter
Novato City Hall, Council Chambers
901 Sherman Avenue, Novato, CA 94945
Staff Report: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Optional Priority Setting Committee Application Review Workshop (this is a workshop only; no decisions will be made)
Thursday, February 7, 2019 at 7pm
Marin County Civic Center, Board of Supervisors Chambers
3501 Civic Center Drive, Room 330, San Rafael, CA 94903
Agenda: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Workshop Memo: English
Funding Priority Public Hearing
Date: September 20th, 2018 7:00 P.M.
Location: Marin County Civic Center, Board of Supervisors Chambers, 3501 Civic Center Drive, Room 330, San Rafael, CA 94903
Agenda: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Staff Report: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Committee Member Interviews and Funding Priority Workshop
Date: August 30th, 2018 7:00 P.M.
Location: Marin County Civic Center, Board of Supervisors Chambers, 3501 Civic Center Drive, Room 330, San Rafael, CA 94903
Agenda: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Staff Report: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Completed Applications for the 2019-20 Grant Year
Completed applications for the 2019-20 grant year, which begins on July 1, 2019, are available for viewing by Planning Area by clicking on the links shown below. Note that HOME applications are a separate document.
Countywide CDBG Applications
Novato CDBG Applications
San Rafael CDBG Applications
County Other CDBG Applications (Serves Regions Outside of Novato and San Rafael)
Countywide HOME Applications
Bidders Conference and Application Information Session
Federal Grants staff will have two in-person opportunities to learn about the application process, funding priorities, and types of eligible projects for the 2019-20 federal funding cycle for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnership programs. All nonprofits and fiscally sponsored projects are encouraged to attend one these two meetings:
Bidders Conference
Wednesday, October 17th, 2018 at 2:30 P.M. at the Marin County Civic Center, Board of Supervisors Chambers, 3501 Civic Center Drive, Room 330, San Rafael, CA 94903
Bidders Conference Presentation
West Marin Collaborative
Wednesday, October 24th, 2018 at 9:45 A.M., or thereafter, at the Point Reyes Library, 11431 State Route 1, Point Reyes Station, CA 94956
Priority Setting Committee Member Recruitment
The County of Marin invites community residents to apply to be members of the Countywide Priority Setting Committee. This committee oversees the distribution of federal funds through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME) in Marin County.
There are three (3) openings on the Priority Setting Committee for community members representing the interests of racial and ethnic minorities and/or people with disabilities. This year, the openings are for community members from the following regions:
- Larkspur, Corte Madera, and adjacent unincorporated communities, including Kentfield and Greenbrae
- Novato and adjacent unincorporated communities
- San Rafael including the Canal neighborhood, and adjacent unincorporated communities
Upon selection, community members will sit for a two-year term from September 2018 through September 2020.
The Countywide Priority Setting Committee was expanded in 2012 with the goal of bringing greater diversity to the group that (1) advises the Board of Supervisors on the CDBG and HOME funding allocation process and (2) provides input on the County’s implementation of the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice. Therefore, this recruitment is specifically for individuals who represent the interests of racial and ethnic minorities and/or people with disabilities.
Committee membership applications are due by 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 15th, 2018.
Priority Setting Committee Description: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Application: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Fiscal Year 2018-19
Priority Setting Committee and Planning Area Public Meetings
Novato Planning Area Public Hearing
Tuesday, March 13, 2018 at 6pm or thereafter
Location: Novato City Hall, Council Chambers - 901 Sherman Ave., Novato, CA 94945
Staff Report: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
San Rafael Planning Area Public Hearing
Monday, March 19, 2018 at 7pm or thereafter
Location: San Rafael City Hall, Council Chambers - 1400 Fifth Ave., San Rafael, CA 94901
Staff Report: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Countywide Priority Setting Committee Public Hearing
Thursday, April 5, 2018 at 7pm
Location: San Rafael City Hall, Council Chambers - 1400 Fifth Ave., San Rafael, CA 94901
Hearing Notice and Agenda: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Staff Report: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Presentation: PowerPoint - English
Marin County Board of Supervisors Hearing
Tuesday, May 8, 2018 at 9am or thereafter (time to be determined)
Location: Marin County Civic Center, Board of Supervisors Chambers - 3501 Civic Center Dr., Room # 330, San Rafael, CA 94903
Hearing Notice: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Staff Report: English, Español, Tiếng Việt
Presentation: PowerPoint - English
In addition to the four public hearings, this year there will be an optional application review meeting for the Priority Setting Committee.
- Optional Priority Setting Committee Application Review Workshop (Please note, this is a workshop only, no decisions will be made)
Thursday, February 15, 2018 at 7pm
Location: Marin County Civic Center, Community Development Agency Conference Room - 3501 Civic Center Dr., Room # 308, San Rafael, CA 94903
Presentation: PowerPoint - English
Community Development Block Grant and HOME 2018-19 Applications by Planning Area
Completed applications for the 2018-19 grant year, which begins on July 1, 2018, are available for viewing by Planning Area by clicking on the links shown below. Note that HOME applications are a separate document. Please review county notices in regards to our Planning Area Meeting Schedule (English / Español / Tiếng Việt)
Application Process
To be considered for funding, completed applications were required to be submitted to the Housing and Federal Grants Division no later than 5:00 p.m. PST on Monday, November 20, 2017.
The Marin County Community Development Agency makes grant funds available only to eligible nonprofit agencies and local governments; private individuals and families are not eligible for direct funding.
Marin County anticipated that it would receive roughly $1.3 million in CDBG funds and $600,000 in HOME funds. After subtracting administrative expenses, the funds are divided so that 40% goes to housing on a countywide basis and the remaining 60% goes to three local planning areas for housing, capital, and public service projects. At least 30% of each planning area's funds must be used for housing. Typically, the requests for CDBG assistance total more than three times the amount of funds available. Because of the competition for limited funds, many applicants cannot be recommended for funding and many are recommended for funding at less than the amounts they requested. Competition is most intense in the public service category.
Fiscal Year 2017-18
2017-18 Annual Action Plan
Community Development Block Grant and HOME 2017-18 Applications by Planning Area
Staff reports for 2017-18 grant year public hearings by Planning Area.
Completed applications for the 2017-18 grant year, which begins on July 1, 2017, are available for viewing by Planning Area by clicking on the links shown below. Please review county notices in regards to our Planning Area Meeting Schedule: English / Español
Priority Setting Committee Member Recruitment
Priority Setting Committee applications are now available for community members. Please complete and return by September 30th at 4:00pm.
Priority Setting Committee and Planning Area Public Meetings
Staff reports will be made available prior to each hearing. Check this website for more information. The list of applications received is posted above.
- September 21, 2017 - Countywide Planning Priority Setting Committee Meeting agenda and staff report
Fiscal Year 2016-17
Application Information and Workshops
Applications
2016-17 CDBG and HOME Grant Application forms (download as a Word document):
Workshops
- Wednesday, October 11, 2017, 1:00-3:00 p.m. at Marin City Community Services District: Marguerite Johnson Center, 630 Drake Avenue, Marin City CA
- Monday, October 16, 2017, 3:00-5:00 p.m. at the San Geronimo Valley Community Center, 6350 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Geronimo CA
- 2016-17 CDBG and HOME Application and Workshops Announcement flyer
- 2016-17 CDBG and HOME Application and Workshops Announcement flyer - Spanish translation (Talleres)
- 2016-17 CDBG and HOME Application and Workshops Announcement flyer - Vietnamese translation (hoi thao)
Staff Recommendations and Funding Reports
One staff report will be issued for each of the six geographic areas, called "planning areas," and one staff report will be issued for countywide housing projects, which include projects in the CDBG Countywide Housing category and projects recommended for HOME Program funds. Staff reports will be added as they become available. All staff reports are in PDF file format.
Previous Year Announcements, Meetings and Reports
Previous announcements, meeting agendas and reports are available for prior years back to 2012. You may access these below on this page.
The Marin County's Community Development Agency makes grant funds available only to eligible nonprofit agencies and local governments. We do not fund individuals or families.
Marin County will receive about $1.3 million in CDBG funds this year. After subtracting administrative expenses, the funds are divided so that 40% goes to housing on a countywide basis and the remaining 60% goes to six local planning areas for housing, capital, and public service projects. At least 30% of each planning area's funds must be used for housing.
Staff holds a workshop during which we explain the CDBG regulations, talk to potential applicants, and learn what the public sees as priorities.
For more information on the application process, please attend one of the workshops listed at the date and location below:
- Wednesday, October 19th at Albert J Boro Center in San Rafael from 10am -12pm
- Wednesday, October 26th at Marguerita Johnson Center in Marin City from 1-3pm
In late December, CDBG staff begins reviewing applications, requesting additional information if needed, and making staff recommendations about which projects should be funded. (City of San Rafael staff will review applications for San Rafael Planning Area funds.)
Typically, the requests for CDBG assistance total more than three times the amount of funds available. Because of the competition for limited funds, many applicants cannot be recommended for funding and many are recommended for funding at less than the amounts they requested. Competition is most intense in the public service category.
Most planning areas have a Local Area Committee, consisting of a County Supervisor from that area and one City or Town Council member from each of the cities and towns within the area. During January and February, each of the Local Area Committees holds a hearing to make recommendations for the use of planning area funds. The San Rafael and the Novato City Councils now serve as the Local Area Committees for the their Planning Areas, and San Rafael and Novato Planning Area funds now include their share of CDBG Countywide Housing funds.
The Countywide Priority Setting Committee, consists of one County Supervisor, a representative from each of the City and Town Councils and community members. A hearing is then held to consider the recommendations made for the local planning area funds, and to make the initial recommendations for Countywide Housing funds.
Then, in early May, the Board of Supervisors holds a final public hearing on all the recommendations of the Countywide Priority Setting Committee for both planning area and countywide housing funds. In mid-May, the County sends its annual list of projects to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Please review all supplemental documents:
Fiscal Year 2015-16
Submission to the Board of Supervisors
Priority Setting Committee Meeting
Announcements
Community Development Block Grant 2015-16 Applications by Planning Area
Completed applications for the 2015-16 grant year are available for viewing by Planning Area by clicking on the links shown below. A list of all 2015-16 CDBG and HOME applications can be viewed by clicking here: List of 2015-16 applications received.
HOME Program applications
Reports
Earlier Meetings and Workshops
2014-15 Workshops
- 2014-2015 CDBG and HOME Grant Application forms (posted 11/7/2013)
Priority Setting Committee Meetings (2014)
Schedule of Public Hearings for Program Year 2014-15 (posted 2/19/2014)
Priority Setting Committee to meet Monday March 24, 2014
Priority Setting Committee to meet Monday February 24, 2014
Completed applications for the 2014-15 Grant year are available for viewing by Planning area (posted 2/19/2014)
Planning Area Public Hearings (2014)
Reports
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) 2014-15 applications by Planning Area:
HOME Program 2014-15 applications:
Marin County HOME Program applications 2014-15 Part 1,
Marin County HOME Program applications 2014-15 Part 2
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Staff Reports (2013-14)
Priority Setting Committee Meeting
Completed applications for the 2013-14 grant year are available for viewing by Planning Area (posted 1/3/2013):
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) 2013-14 Applications
HOME Program 2013-14 Applications
2013-14 Application Forms and Instructions - Application DEADLINE is Thursday, December 13, 2012, 5:00 PM
- Block Grant (CDBG) Proposal Application
- Home Program Proposal Application
- Organization Profile – 2013-14 Data Collection Pilot
- CDBG Brochure - Just the Basics
- CDBG Priorities for San Rafael and Novato
- 2013-14 CDBG and HOME Application Information and Workshops Announcement (posted 10/8/2012)
- Announcement (Spanish)
- Announcement (Vietnamese)
- Two workshops will be held:
- Wednesday, November 7, 2012, 7 p.m., Marguerita C. Johnson Senior Center, Main Lounge, Marin City (Special emphasis on new applicants.)
- Thursday, November 8, 2012, 7 p.m., Marin Health and Wellness Campus, Room 110, San Rafael
- September 24, 2012 Priority Setting Committee meeting (posted 8/24/2012)
July 9, 2012 Priority Setting Committee meeting (posted 7/3/2012)
2011-12 Announcements
2011-12 Staff Reports and Plans
Annual Funding Recommendation Reports