POUGHKEEPSIE ... Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino has announced $1.2 million to be awarded for 14 projects through the County’s 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME). This investment will remove barriers to accessibility for seniors and those with special needs, address critical infrastructure needs, and expand affordable housing options throughout Dutchess County.
Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino said, “These investments help people right here in Dutchess County, supporting our neighbors who need extra help. We fix sidewalks so students and families can travel safely. We expand affordable housing for families. These projects make a real difference, and I’m thankful for our local partners who help us turn these funds into real results for our Dutchess County neighbors.”
CDBG and HOME program funding is provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to address locally identified community development and housing needs. CDBG funds support community development projects and activities that benefit low- and moderate-income people, neighborhoods, and communities; the HOME Investment program creates affordable housing options for low-income households.
CDBG Municipal Projects - Totaling $611,510
City of Beacon, $189,210
Sidewalk Replacement Along South Avenue Elementary School – Project involves a sidewalk replacement on South Avenue by the elementary school. Approximately 450 linear feet of sidewalk and curb, matching the existing widths of 5 feet and 5.5 feet. The project would include new ADA curb ramps, including at the entrances to the elementary school circular driveway.
Town of LaGrange, $125,000
Accessible Bathroom Project – A new ADA compliant bathroom building to replace the current structure at LaGrange Park.
Town of Poughkeepsie, $197,800
Habitat for Humanity Infrastructure Installation Project – The Town will construct a new town road for the five-lot Habitat for Humanity subdivision off Sunset Avenue. To ensure the site has adequate access to local roadways and utilities, the Town project will cover the cost of installing the road foundation course, binder, and top course asphalt for the new road.
Village of Pawling, $99,500
Village Hall Ground Floor ADA Accessibility Improvements – ADA accessibility improvements on the first floor of Village Hall, including upgrades to the entryway as well as construction of an ADA-compliant restroom.
CDBG Public Service Projects – Totaling $223,552
Catholic Charities Community Services of Dutchess, Inc., $25,000
Homeless Prevention Case Management Program – Emergency rental assistance and limited utility assistance for low-income Dutchess County residents to help stabilize housing and prevent utility shut offs. Case management services will assist clients in independently sustaining their household needs.
Catholic Charities Community Services of Dutchess, Inc., $25,000
Senior Medical Transportation and Support Services – Provide Dutchess County residents age 60+ with basic support services, including transportation to non-emergency medical appointments, grocery shopping, visiting services, telephone reassurance, as well as respite for primary caregivers.
Community Action Partnership for Dutchess County, $27,805
Wraparound Senior Support Services – Program provides for the continued delivery of individualized, one-on-one assistance in obtaining integrated financial stability, benefits, and food access services for seniors at Family Resource Centers in Dover Plains, Red Hook, and Wappingers Falls.
Fareground Community Kitchen, Inc., $29,997
Grocery Home Delivery for Seniors – Provide monthly delivery of groceries to food insecure and accessibility-challenged seniors in southern Dutchess County.
Hudson River Housing, Inc., $30,000
River Haven Transitional Living Community – Provide runaway, homeless and those at-risk of homelessness young adults, ages 18–24, with up to 24 months of transitional housing and support services, including 24-hour crisis intervention, counseling, and case management, which will aid in transitioning them towards self-sufficiency.
Hudson River Housing, Inc., $30,000
Support Services at Hillcrest House – Provide case management services, under the Housing First Program, to help high-risk, vulnerable homeless adults secure and maintain stable housing.
Mental Health America of Dutchess County, Inc., $25,750
Permanent Supportive Housing Program – A comprehensive continuum of services offering affordable, permanent housing to individuals and families in recovery from substance use disorders, including counseling, case management, life skills training, and vocational development services, which will assist participants in becoming self-sufficient, strengthen their recovery, reunite with their families, and strive to reach their full potential.
North East Community Center, Inc., $30,000
Youth Development Programs: CPSB and Teen Programs – Community Partnership with Schools and Business (CPSB) offers workforce development training and paid, mentored internships with local businesses and organizations for socioeconomically disadvantaged youth, ages 14-20. Teen Programs is a peer-driven group that provides educational, recreational and community service opportunities for socioeconomically disadvantaged youth, ages 14-18.
HOME Projects – Totaling $384,000
Depot Hill, Town of Amenia, Habitat for Humanity of Dutchess County, $185,000
Single-family new construction for income-qualified buyer. Homeowner will make at or below 80% of AMI.
Cascade Creek, Town of Amenia, Hudson River Housing, $199,000
HOME-assisted new construction of four single-family homes within a 26-lot subdivision for homeownership, with households making at or below 80% AMI.
CDBG Municipal and HOME applications are accepted annually by the Department of Planning & Development. CDBG Public Service applications are accepted biennially. Applications are reviewed by the Community Development Advisory Committee with recommendations forwarded to the County Executive for final approval.
Applications for the 2027 CDBG Municipal and HOME Investment grant programs are expected to be released in early 2027. More information about these grant programs can be found on the Department of Planning & Development’s Funding Opportunities webpage.
