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Proposed $8.1 Million Community Development Grant Funding
Original title: ORD Concerning a Continuation Grant; Prov for Participation in the CDBG Prog; Approp $8,167,262.78 for Prog Costs, Including $7,085,952.00 from the U.S. Dept of Housing & Urban Dev & $1,081,310.78 from Reprogrammed Grant Funds; Prov for Award, Auth, & Funding, & for the City to Execute Federal Prog Contracts for CDBG Prog Funds, as Applicable, to Implement B.T. 27-003; Prov Auth for Reallocation of Grant Funds as More Particularly Described Herein; Prov for Further Council Action if Revenue Differs; Apv & Auth the Mayor, or Her Desig, & the Corp Sec to Execute & Deliver, Any & All Docs Related to the Proposed Uses of Grant Funds Authd Herein; Apv Positions (R.C. 27-002) (B.T. 27-003) (Dillard) (Req of Mayor)
6/9/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, F
6/15/26 NCSPHS Read 2nd & Rerefer
6/16/26 F Read 2nd & Rerefer
6/23/26 CO PH Read 2nd & Rerefer
Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 6/23/26
July 20, 2026
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Finance Connection
Notable money activity
$148,250across 20 reported contributions
| Candidate | Donor | Amount | Industry | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Working Families in Support of Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021, Sponsored by Laborers' International Union of Northern America Local 89 | Laborers' International Union of North America - Local 89 PAC Fund | $20,000 | N/A | Sep 2021 |
| Working Families in Support of Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021, Sponsored by Laborers' International Union of Northern America Local 89 | Southern California District Council of Laborers PAC - SCC | $20,000 | N/A | Oct 2021 |
| Working Families in Support of Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021, Sponsored by Laborers' International Union of Northern America Local 89 | Southern California District Council of Laborers PAC - SCC | $20,000 | N/A | Oct 2021 |
| Working Families in Support of Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021, Sponsored by Laborers' International Union of Northern America Local 89 | Laborers' International Union of North America - Local 89 PAC Fund | $20,000 | N/A | Sep 2021 |
| Working Families in Support of Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021, Sponsored by Laborers' International Union of Northern America Local 89 | Laborers' Pacific Southwest Regional Organizing Coalition PAC - SCC | $20,000 | N/A | Oct 2021 |
| Working Families in Support of Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021, Sponsored by Laborers' International Union of Northern America Local 89 | Plumbers & Steamfitters Local Union No. 1230 PAC - SCC | $5,000 | N/A | Oct 2021 |
| Working Families in Support of Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021, Sponsored by Laborers' International Union of Northern America Local 89 | Plumbers & Steamfitters Local Union No. 1230 PAC - SCC | $5,000 | N/A | Oct 2021 |
| Working Families in Support of Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021, Sponsored by Laborers' International Union of Northern America Local 89 | Southern California Pipe Trades District Council #16 PAC - SCC | $5,000 | N/A | Oct 2021 |
| Working Families in Support of Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021, Sponsored by Laborers' International Union of Northern America Local 89 | Southern California Pipe Trades District Council #16 PAC - SCC | $5,000 | N/A | Oct 2021 |
| Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021 | William Baber | $4,000 | Councilmember | Oct 2021 |
| Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021 | William Baber | $4,000 | Councilmember | Oct 2021 |
| Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021 | Joshua Rebello | $2,700 | Youth and Family Service Coordinator | Jul 2021 |
| Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021 | Joshua Rebello | $2,700 | Youth and Family Service Coordinator | Jul 2021 |
| Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021 | Jon Segal | $2,500 | Sales | Oct 2021 |
| Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021 | Jon Segal | $2,500 | Sales | Oct 2021 |
| Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021 | Clarence A. Shelmon | $2,000 | Retired | Aug 2021 |
| Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021 | Clarence A. Shelmon | $2,000 | Retired | Aug 2021 |
| Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2022 | Clarence A. Shelmon | $2,000 | Retired | Jun 2021 |
| Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2022 | Clarence A. Shelmon | $2,000 | Retired | Jun 2021 |
| Working Families in Support of Patricia Dillard for La Mesa City Council 2021, Sponsored by Laborers' International Union of Northern America Local 89 | DMFI PAC | $1,850 | N/A | Oct 2021 |
Reported financial relationships and timing signals. This does not prove motive or influence. Readers draw their own conclusions.
The Frame
What this does
If passed, this ordinance authorizes the city to spend $8,167,262.78 on community development projects and grants the Mayor authority to sign federal contracts to implement these programs.
Who is mentioned in the record
Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.
City Residents
Residents are the intended recipients of the community development programs and services funded by the grant.
Mayor
The Mayor is granted authority to execute federal contracts and manage the use of the grant funds.
What changed
Last recorded activity July 20, 2026.
What's next
Next step not available in the current record.
Summary
This ordinance proposes accepting and allocating $8.1 million in federal Community Development Block Grant () funds to support local programs. The funding includes $7.08 million from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and $1.08 million in repurposed existing grant funds.
Key Facts
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Why It Matters
If passed, this ordinance authorizes the city to spend $8,167,262.78 on community development projects and grants the Mayor authority to sign federal contracts to implement these programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CDBG program?
stands for Community Development Block Grant, a federal program that provides resources to local governments for housing, community development, and public services.
Where is the money coming from?
The majority ($7,085,952.00) comes from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, while $1,081,310.78 comes from previously allocated grant funds that are being repurposed.
What happens if the city receives a different amount of money than expected?
The ordinance includes a provision requiring further City Council action if the actual revenue differs from the amounts stated in the proposal.
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Discoveries
Patterns POLISCOPE noticed across the record. These are observations to investigate, not conclusions.
financial connection90% confidence
Repurposing of Federal Funds
The ordinance explicitly combines new federal funding with over $1 million in 'reprogrammed' funds, indicating a shift in priorities for previously unspent grant money.
Connected Entities
organizationNeighborhoods, Community Services, Public Health and Safety Committee“Committee currently reviewing the ordinance.”Map →
organizationU.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development“Primary source of $7,085,952.00 in grant funding.”Map →
Sources
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Analysis Score
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