Community Development Block Grant
CDBG Public Service Module

On July 1, 2009, the CDC launched its CDBG Public Service Module
designed to help agencies in reporting their accomplishments.

An important element of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program is its focus on public services that benefit low- and moderate-income residents.  Participating cities and agencies across Los Angeles County help support this effort by using their CDBG funds to provide services to youth, seniors, and the homeless, such as health care and job training.  On July 1, 2009, the CDC launched its CDBG Public Service Module designed to help  participating cities and agencies in reporting their accomplishments.

The new module allows users to identify targeted clientele, track CDBG project accomplishments, and upload client data to the CDC’s reporting system.  As agencies enter data into the new CDBG Public Service Module, the system will create a database for each participating agency.  The database allows them to add, delete, and deactivate clients, as well as allowing them to run searches and sort client data. 

Before launching the CDBG Public Service Module, a focus group comprised of participating cities, County departments, and community-based organizations took part in the brainstorming and testing phases of the module’s development.  CDBG used the group’s comments to address potential problems before the official launch in July. 

The CDBG Public Service Module will allow for more accurate reporting to HUD, thus resulting in the continued funding for agencies that provide essential services to thousands of residents in Los Angeles County. 

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