2026-2027 Annual Action Plan and CDBG Citizen Participation Plan Drafts for Public Comment March 30-April 30, 2026 To further the goals of the Imagine Cary Community Plan (ICCP) and Cary Housing Plan, Cary supports work in the key initiative areas of new housing development, housing rehabilitation, and housing stability support services. Cary uses a blend of local and federal funds, including Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to do this. Cary has prepared the draft 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan (AAP) proposing awards to organizations who have applied to fund programs aligned with the initiatives mentioned above. While HUD has not yet released Cary's CDBG entitlement funding amount for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, staff have prepared this plan in accordance with HUD guidelines and have proposed awards based on projected funding. Contingency language in the plan describes options if funding is different than projected. Additionally, Cary is proposing minor amendments to its CDBG Citizen Participation Plan (CPP). This document outlines how Cary fulfills federal public engagement requirements for CDBG program activities. Proposed edits to the CPP clarify requirements around public notices and public hearings; no opportunities for public engagement are lessened. From March 30 through April 30, the draft 2026-2027 AAP and the CPP are available for public comment. During the comment period, residents are encouraged to provide comments to guide the investment of this critical housing funding. To view the draft plans electronically, visit housing.carync.gov. To request print copies and/or leave comments, email caryhousing@carync.gov or call 311 (or 919-469-4000 if outside of Cary). Additionally, comments are welcome at the Cary Budget Open House on April 7th at the Cary Senior Center from 4-7 p.m. or at the April 24th public hearing during the 6:30pm Council Meeting at Cary Town Hall. See carync.gov/publichearings for more information on public hearing participation. Upon completion of the public hearing, the plans will be brought forward for Council action. If approved, both plans will be submitted to HUD for review. IPL0326357 Mar 30 2026