Public Meetings on Utilizing Federal HUD Funding

The City’s Office of Housing and Community Development will hold two public meetings to gather input on the best use of federal housing and community development funding.

In person: Tuesday, Jan. 13, at 6 p.m.
Office of Housing and Community Development
572 Pleasant St.
New Bedford, MA 02740

Virtual: Wednesday, Jan. 14, at 6 p.m.
Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87357837928?pwd=dsFrKBYfyeVlWnDMr99g07BQD3aPBk.1
Meeting ID: 873 5783 7928
Passcode: 738859

Both meetings will cover the same agenda and content.

Discussion will focus on CDBG, HOME, and Emergency Solutions Grant funding for fiscal year 2026. Public input will help guide priorities related to housing, community services, infrastructure, and economic development.

Questions regarding the public meetings or the Annual Action Plan process may be directed to Joshua Amaral, director, or Jennifer Clarke, deputy director, Office of Community Development at (508) 979-1500 or by email to the OHCD at OHCD@newbedford-ma.gov.