The City of Waukegan's 2025 CDBG Program for Public Infrastructure and Facilities is now accepting applications, with a deadline of December 16, 2024, at 4:00 PM. This program supports public infrastructure and facility improvements that benefit low- and moderate-income residents, including accessibility upgrades. Eligible applicants include local government units and nonprofit organizations with at least one year of operational history.

Funding ranges from $10,000 to $100,000, and applicants must provide a 25% monetary match. Projects must align with CDBG objectives, focusing on low-income benefit or the elimination of slums and blight. Applications require a detailed project description, budget, and relevant attachments such as maps and cost estimates.

Submit one original and eight printed copies to Waukegan City Hall, plus an electronic copy to cdbg@waukeganil.gov. For assistance, contact the CDBG office at (847) 599-2530.