KILLEEN, Texas (Feb. 18, 2026) – The City of Killeen will host a community planning meeting Thursday, Feb. 19, inviting residents to help shape how federal housing and community development funds will be invested locally.
The meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. at Killeen City Hall, 101 N. College St., and will also be available virtually at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82703786960?pwd=jFWIo5IOn1WVu0XJINrcS2sM4dXGl8.1.
The discussion will focus on funding available through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships programs for fiscal years 2027-2028. City officials are seeking public input to help determine which projects and services should be prioritized for funding.
The Community Development Block Grant program provides federal funding to cities to address a broad range of community development needs, including housing rehabilitation, public infrastructure improvements, neighborhood revitalization and certain public service programs. Projects funded through the program must primarily benefit low- to moderate-income residents.
The HOME Investment Partnerships Program is designed to expand affordable housing opportunities. Funds may be used for activities such as homebuyer assistance, construction or rehabilitation of affordable rental housing, housing rehabilitation and tenant-based rental assistance.
As part of the federal planning process, cities are required to gather community feedback before developing funding recommendations. Input collected during the meeting will help guide how the city’s Community Development Department allocates funds and ensure investments reflect local priorities related to housing, infrastructure, and public services.
Residents are encouraged to attend, share ideas, and identify neighborhood needs that may qualify for funding under these programs.
For more information, contact the City of Killeen Community Development Department at 254-501-7844 or email communitydevelopment@killeentexas.gov.
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