2026-2030 Consolidated Plan

2026-2030 Consolidated Plan

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Sarasota County is currently in the process of preparing the 2026–2030 Consolidated Plan, which will identify strategies to support low- and moderate-income residents, strengthen neighborhoods, and address the needs of individuals experiencing homelessness and those with special needs.

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Funding to support the priorities identified in the Consolidated Plan is provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Program, and the HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) Program.

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The 2026-2030 Consolidated Plan, including Annual Action Plan 2026, was available for public comments from May 4, 2026, through June 2, 2026. The Sarasota Board of County Commissioners approved the Plan for submission with HUD on July 7, pending final approval. 

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Additionally, two hearings were held to receive public input on the proposed use of federal funds and Plan:

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Tuesday,  May 12, 2026 - 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library

4143 Woodmere Park Blvd.

Venice, FL 34293

 

Thursday, May 14, 2026 - 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Betty J. Johnson Library

2801 Newtown Blvd.

Sarasota, FL 34234

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The consolidated planning process serves as the framework for a community-wide dialogue to identify housing and community development priorities. Sarasota County provided opportunities for residents and local organizations to share their perspectives on housing and community development needs and to help shape the 2026–2030 Consolidated Plan, including the 2026 Annual Action Plan, through a community needs survey.​ This survey closed on Friday, March 20, 2026.

 

Sarasota County held two public meetings to receive public input on housing, homelessness, public service and community development needs within the County for CDBG, ESG, and HOME funding that will be considered for inclusion in the 2026–2030 Consolidated Plan. The meeting included information about the amount of anticipated funds that will be available and the range of eligible activities. These funds must be used to benefit low- and moderate-income people and areas, and populations who require additional support.

 

Information sessions for residents and interested organizations were held on the following dates:

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Tuesday,  March 3, 2026 - 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library

4143 Woodmere Park Blvd.

Venice, FL 34293

 

Thursday, March 5, 2026 - 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Betty J. Johnson Library

2801 Newtown Blvd.

Sarasota, FL 34234

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All County residents were encouraged to attend one of these meetings and to complete the survey in order to share their opinions and priorities. Comments were also left with us through our email at HEROComments@scgov.net. Public input will be used to help guide the development of the County’s five-year Consolidated Plan.