Summary
Jonesboro's $716,683 in federal block grant money will fund public services, homeowner rehabs, first-time homebuyer help and infrastructure in low-to-moderate income areas. The council will finalize it.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jun 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
$716,683 in federal funds flowing into the community, no local tax impact.
Low-to-moderate income residents, first-time homebuyers, and local service nonprofits.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council — June 16, 2026
The approved CDBG plan puts $107,652 into nonprofit public services — Family Crisis Center, Hispanic Community Services, CASA and more — and $332,344 into infrastructure projects in low-to-moderate income areas, with specific projects still to be chosen.
Finance & Administration Council Committee — June 9, 2026
Jonesboro's $716,683 in federal block grant money will fund public services, homeowner rehabs, first-time homebuyer help and infrastructure in low-to-moderate income areas. The council will finalize it.
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