Community Development Block Grant Citizens Advisory Task Force (CDBG)

Purpose

The CDBG Task Force increases public awareness of the function of the Community Development Block Grant Program and the types of assistance available to low- and moderate-income residents. In this role, the Task Force reviews and provides input on the Action Plan, Consolidated Plan, Citizen Participation Plan and Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing. The Task Force also provides input on the implementation of community projects.

Appointments and Qualifications

The Task Force shall consist of seven (7) members. Each County Commissioner may nominate one (1) member from their respective district, and the County Commission shall also appoint two (2) at-large members. At least fifty-one percent must meet the low- and moderate-income definition (households at or below 80 percent area median income).

Term Limits

Four years

Meeting Frequency, Time and Location

Meetings are held at least twice annually at Osceola County Human Services located at 1392 E. Vine Street Kissimmee, FL 34744. Meeting times vary.

Citizens are welcome to apply at any time, however applications are only considered when there is a vacancy.

View a List of the Current Advisory
Board Vacancies Here