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Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) News

>Less Then Three Months Remaining for Travis County Resident Input in The PY26 Community Needs Survey.

The CDBG Community Needs Survey for Program Year 2026 is currently available to all Travis County residents. The information collected will help guide the selection of CDBG and HOME projects for the Program Year 2026 (October 2026-September 2027) The survey became available online April 1, 2025 and will remain open until March 31, 2026. It is available in English and Spanish (español). Printed copies can be obtained at Travis County Community Centers or by request via mail. Residents will have the opportunity to present community needs and provide input on funds to be used in the unincorporated areas of Travis County or anywhere in Bee Cave, Creedmoor, Lago Vista, Lakeway, Manor, San Leanna, Sunset Valley, Webberville, or West Lake Hills.

Invitation to Comment on the Travis County CDBG PY19, PY21, PY22, and PY23 Action Plan Substantial Amendments

Travis County CDBG invites you to comment on the proposed CDBG PY19, PY21, PY22, and PY23 Action Plan Substantial Amendments. Invitation is available in English and Spanish (español). Comments will be accepted for 30 days beginning January 14, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. and ending on February 17, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. or by participating in a public hearing on February 10, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. The Public Comment draft and summaries in English and español are now available for review.

 

Invitation to Comment on the Travis County CDBG-CV PY19-23 Consolidated Plan and PY19 Action Plan Substantial Amendments #6

Travis County CDBG invites you to comment on the proposed PY19-23 Consolidated Plan and PY19 Action Plan Substantial Amendments #6. Invitation is available in English and Spanish (español). Comments will be accepted for 30 days beginning January 14, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. and ending on February 17, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. or by participating in a public hearing on February 10, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. The Public Comment draft and summaries in English and español are now available for review.

 

New Home Rehabilitation Pre-Screening Tool Available Starting June 20, 2025

Travis County CDBG/HOME has launched a new pre-screening tool to help income-eligible homeowners take the first step toward applying for the Home Rehabilitation Program. This tool helps determine if you may qualify for the Home Rehabilitation Program.
To qualify through pre-screening, you must:

  • Live in the Travis County CDBG service area
  • Be a homeowner using the home as a primary residence
  • Meet income guidelines (to be verified later)
  • Have a home outside the 100-year floodplain

Please note: Meeting these criteria through pre-screening does not guarantee eligibility or services. If you qualify, you’ll be invited to complete a full application with our program partner,
Meals on Wheels Central Texas. Start your pre-screening here: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/07dfd4a29cf141a9b50da92feef035f0

   

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Pilar Sanchez,
County Executive

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2025 TAX RATE: TRAVIS COUNTY ADOPTED A TAX RATE THAT WILL RAISE MORE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS THAN LAST YEAR’S TAX RATE. THE TAX RATE WILL EFFECTIVELY BE RAISED BY 8.0 PERCENT AND WILL RAISE TAXES FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS ON A $100,000 HOME BY APPROXIMATELY $24.73.