Jefferson County Community Development Programs Highlighted
The 33 participating consortium cities are: Adamsville, Argo, Brighton, Brookside, Cardiff, Center Point, Clay, County Line, Fairfield, Fultondale, Gardendale, Graysville, Homewood, Hueytown, Irondale
The 33 participating consortium cities are: Adamsville, Argo, Brighton, Brookside, Cardiff, Center Point, Clay, County Line, Fairfield, Fultondale, Gardendale, Graysville, Homewood, Hueytown, Irondale, Kimberly, Leeds, Lipscomb, Maytown, Midfield, Morris, Mountain Brook, Mulga, North Johns, Pinson, Pleasant Grove, Sylvan Springs, Tarrant, Trafford, Trussville, Vestavia Hills, Warrior, and West Jefferson.The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)Program funds are provided to Jefferson County, Alabama, from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to develop viable urban communities by providing decent housing and a suitable living environment, and by expanding economic opportunities, principally for low- and moderate-income persons. Applications for CDBG Program Year 2025 Non-Housing Funding will be announced later this year.Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG)Program funds are allocated to service providers to assist individuals and families quickly regain stability in permanent housing after experiencing a housing crisis or homelessness. Eligible activities include street outreach, emergency shelter, homelessness prevention, rapid re-housing assistance, and HMIS data collection.Consolidated Plans for Community Development ProgramsThe Consolidated Plan helps jurisdictions assess housing and community development needs and make data-driven investment decisions. The process encourages community-wide dialogue to identify priorities. The Jefferson County Commission encourages citizen participation to identify "grass roots" needs. For more information, contact Toraine Norris at the number or email listed above.

