The Town of Westerly’s application period for eligible sub-recipient entities seeking CDBG Program Year 2017 funds for public facilities/improvements and services (including job training), in correspondence with the State of Rhode Island’s application period, is now open. Application forms will be made available shortly (template forms, State-level program design and general information are available in the Application Handbook). Digital and hard copies of all eligible sub-recipient applications are tentatively due by April 6, 2018 at 4:30 p.m. to undergo review. Along with the Application Handbook, subrecipients are encouraged to review the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, Explore CDBG and the Rhode Island Office of Housing and Community Development for more information and guidance on CDBG rules and regulations for eligible activities. Additional information, including the date of a first Public Hearing, will be made available in the coming days.