Council hears updates on CHIP and CDBG housing projects and planning for 2026 applications
July 01, 2026 | Cochran, Bleckley County , Georgia
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City staff briefed Cochran City Council on January 8 about ongoing CHIP and CDBG housing projects and the city’s plans for upcoming grant applications.
Staff said several homes remain under rehabilitation or reconstruction and that multiple projects are nearing completion. They noted there are remaining CDBG funds from 2024 and reviewed eligibility requirements and procedures for identifying additional homes within the approved target area.
Council and staff discussed scheduling of upcoming public hearings required by the programs and whether 2026 applications should emphasize housing rehabilitation or public infrastructure projects. No formal action or allocation of funds occurred during the work session; council requested continued planning and staff follow-up to prepare for 2026 applications.
The city did not disclose specific dollar amounts or house counts in the draft minutes; staff described remaining funds and project counts qualitatively.
Staff said several homes remain under rehabilitation or reconstruction and that multiple projects are nearing completion. They noted there are remaining CDBG funds from 2024 and reviewed eligibility requirements and procedures for identifying additional homes within the approved target area.
Council and staff discussed scheduling of upcoming public hearings required by the programs and whether 2026 applications should emphasize housing rehabilitation or public infrastructure projects. No formal action or allocation of funds occurred during the work session; council requested continued planning and staff follow-up to prepare for 2026 applications.
The city did not disclose specific dollar amounts or house counts in the draft minutes; staff described remaining funds and project counts qualitatively.
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