The City of Los Angeles, Community Investment for Families Department (CIFD), is inviting community input during a pair of virtual meetings on February 13 and 15 that will help decide how more than $100 million in federal grants will be used for housing and community development.
CIFD is completing its Five-Year 2023-2027 Consolidated Plan, which outlines goals for federal resources to fund affordable housing development, create shelters for homeless persons, provide financial help for small business owners, and pay for services for the City’s most vulnerable populations. Community input is a critical part of the planning process that will shape the vision for the City of Los Angeles over the next five years.
Both meetings will be presented in English and Spanish and are completely open to the public. They will be held:
Monday, Feb. 13 from 5-6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Feb. 15, from 5-6:30 p.m.
“Hearing directly from our Angelenos is the heart of the Consolidated Plan and guides the decision-making to better serve residents,” said Abigail R. Marquez, Community Investment For Families Department General Manager. “These meetings are incredibly impactful and provide the space for anyone to share their ideas, challenges, and unique perspectives as we work together to build a better Los Angeles.”
All feedback received during the gatherings is accepted, and community needs that cannot be addressed by the Consolidated Plan will be compiled and sent on to relevant agencies and Council Offices. CIFD has also engaged the community through a survey that helps to inform the department about decisions regarding the City's investments in its communities. Comments or feedback are also welcome to be sent to cifd.planning@lacity.org.
The feedback will be included in the report sent to the City Council and added to the Consolidated Plan, which will be sent to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development after it is approved by the Mayor and City Council.