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Diversity & Community Relations Committee: Black Joy Parade update and CDBG program review (May 14, 2026)

JolietMay 14, 20262 min read

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Committee members Ibarra (chair), Clement and Moreno met May 14, 2026. The meeting approved prior minutes, received an update on the Black Joy Parade (scheduled for August 29, 2026, with a 50-unit limit), and heard a presentation on the 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program including the 2025–2029 Consolidated Plan, HUD allocation totals, application process, owner-occupied minor home repair program, and outreach to nonprofits. Committee requested further review of senior snow removal eligibility and set the next meeting for May 28 at 4:30 p.m.

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Approved Minutes of the September 11, 2025 Diversity & Community Relations Committee meeting.
Noted the Black Joy Parade is scheduled for Saturday, August 29, 2026, and will be limited to 50 units.
Requested additional review and feedback on eligibility requirements for the senior snow removal program (staff to provide information).
Agreed the next Committee meeting will be held May 28, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.; the next meeting will include discussion of CDBG application scores.
No public comment was received at this meeting.

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