Seeking Public Input for Brevard County's 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan

BREVARD COUNTY, FL. – Brevard County Housing and Services Department is seeking public input for the 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan. 

The Action Plan sets priorities and allocates the County’s Fiscal Year 2025-2026 CDBG funds and Consortium HOME funds for activities in the upcoming program year (October 1, 2025-September 30-2026).

The CDBG Program supports the development of viable communities through decent housing, a suitable living environment, and expanded economic opportunities—primarily for individuals and families of low to moderate income. Based on historical allocations, Brevard County expects to receive approximately $1,386,307.00 annually over the next five years. These funds may be used for infrastructure, public services, demolition, and public facility improvements.

The HOME Program focuses on the creation and sustainability of affordable housing. Funds are allocated to the Brevard HOME Consortium, which includes Brevard County and the cities of Titusville, Cocoa, Melbourne, and Palm Bay. For FY 2025-2026, the consortium anticipates receiving $1,082,067.44, plus any available program income. The projected funding breakdown is as follows:

• Brevard County: $428,427.29
• Titusville: $115,968.41
• Cocoa: $63,255.50
• Melbourne: $253,021.99
• Palm Bay: $221,394.24
  
  

Now is the time to provide input to the proposed use of funds. A 30-day public comment period will be open from June 3 to July 3, 2025, at 5:00 PM. During this time, residents are encouraged to review the draft Annual Action Plan and submit their feedback. A draft copy of the Action Plan, along with an online comment form, is available for review on the Housing and Human Services area of Brevard County’s website. Please address any written comments to: Brevard County Housing & Human Services Department, Attention: Cindy Short, Special Projects Coordinator, 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Building B, Suite B-106, Viera, FL 32940. 

The final public hearing on the proposed Plan and Action Plan is scheduled to be held on July 22, at 9:00 AM for final action and adoption.  The public hearing will be held during the Brevard County Board of County Commissioners meeting, 1st floor Commission Chambers, Building C, 2725 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera, FL  32940. The County will respond within 15 days, in writing, to any public comments and will include them in the Action Plan.

For more information, visit the Brevard County Housing and Human Services website.