Laredo Highlights Federal Funding During Community Development Week

City officials emphasize the impact of CDBG and HOME programs on housing, infrastructure, and neighborhood improvements.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 5:23pm

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The city of Laredo officially proclaimed April 6-10 as National Community Development Week, highlighting the impact of federal programs like the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME that bring millions in funding to support housing, infrastructure, and neighborhood improvements across the city each year. Laredo officials, including Mayor Victor Trevino and U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar, celebrated the programs' contributions and vowed to continue advocating for their federal support.

Why it matters

The CDBG and HOME programs provide critical funding that allows Laredo to address housing needs, upgrade infrastructure, and revitalize neighborhoods. As federal budgets face ongoing scrutiny, maintaining this funding stream is vital for the city to continue serving its residents and improving quality of life.

The details

Laredo receives approximately $3 million annually in CDBG funding and $1 million through the HOME program, totaling around $4 million each year for community-based projects. Recent initiatives supported by this funding include the city's successful tiny home initiative, which is now about 85-90% occupied. To further highlight the programs' impact, Laredo will host a housing and resources fair on April 11 to provide information on rehabilitation, down payment assistance, rental aid, and first-time homebuyer support.

  • Laredo officially proclaimed April 6-10 as National Community Development Week.
  • The proclamation event was held at City Hall on April 2, 2026.
  • Laredo will host a housing and resources fair on April 11, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The players

Victor Trevino

The mayor of Laredo.

Rosa Marquez-Trevino

The wife of Laredo Mayor Victor Trevino.

Tina Rodriguez

The director of Laredo's Community and Economic Development department.

Henry Cuellar

A U.S. Representative who will continue advocating for the CDBG and HOME programs at the federal level.

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What they’re saying

“These are federal funds that we get allocated, but the city has flexibility to use them for housing, infrastructure and economic improvements. They touch everyday lives and households.”

— Tina Rodriguez, Director of Community and Economic Development

“We want to highlight to our community and even our federal partners the importance of continuing these programs. They make a real difference in people's daily lives.”

— Tina Rodriguez, Director of Community and Economic Development

“These dollars have been very helpful for housing, infrastructure, neighborhoods and streets. We'll continue working to make sure that funding stays in place.”

— Henry Cuellar, U.S. Representative

What’s next

U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar said he will continue advocating for the CDBG and HOME programs at the federal level to ensure the funding remains in place.

The takeaway

The CDBG and HOME federal funding programs are vital for Laredo to address housing needs, upgrade infrastructure, and revitalize neighborhoods. As the city celebrates the impact of these programs, maintaining this critical source of funding will be essential for Laredo to continue serving its residents and improving quality of life.