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FY26 COMMUNITY PROJECT FUNDING REQUESTS

Thank you for your interest in submitting community project funding (CPF) requests through my Congressional office. The deadline to submit a Fiscal Year 2026 CPF request to my office was Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 5:00 PM PT. For any questions related to CPF, please contact sean.kearns@mail.house.gov.

CPF Office Policy on Lobbyists & Consultants

All communication with the office (including meeting requests) for CPF requests must come directly from the entity who would receive the funds being requested and who would directly benefit from the project. 

We do not allow outside consultants or lobbyists to take part in our process – i.e. no outreach, meeting requests, submission of documents or projects, or any direct engagement to our office for CPF requests, or the projects won’t be considered. Lobbyists and consultants can work directly with the entity to prep any required docs, consult, provide materials, etc.

FY 2026 CPF REQUESTS SUBMITTED

PROJECT NAME: CARSON SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL

Funding Requested: $2,000,000

Project Description: This project will improve pedestrian and traffic safety along primary transit routes to schools and afterschool activities in Carson. The funding requested will support the installation of fiber optic network infrastructure for the purpose of connecting traffic signals and cameras to a traffic management center within the City of Carson Emergency Operation Center.

Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development/Department of Housing and Urban Development/Economic Development Initiatives

Project Sponsor: City of Carson

Address of Sponsor: 701 E Carson St, Carson, CA 90745

Location of Project: Carson, CA

Member Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Statement

PROJECT NAME: COMMUNITY PEACE AND SAFETY INITIATIVE

Funding Requested: $1,500,000

Project Description: This project will address the root causes of violence and promote safety in the communities of Lynwood, South Gate, Harbor Gateway, and West Carson. The funding requested for this initiative will provide critical support to individuals and communities affected by crime, with a focus on hospital-based violence intervention, community-based violence intervention, and school-based safety programs.

Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Commerce, Justice, and Science/Department of Justice/State and Local Law Enforcement Assistance

Project Sponsor: Southern California Crossroads

Address of Sponsor: 3737 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #201, Lynwood, CA 90262

Location of Project: Lynwood, CA; South Gate, CA; Harbor Gateway, CA; and West Carson, CA

Member Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Statement

PROJECT NAME: HOUGHTON PARK IMPROVEMENTS

Funding Requested: $2,000,000

Project Description: The project will upgrade Houghton Park in Long Beach by developing a full-size turf soccer field, installing a new playground, refurbishing the baseball field, basketball court, and tennis courts, upgrading the irrigation system, restoring the landscape, and adding new security cameras, signage, and wider walkways.

Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development/Department of Housing and Urban Development/Economic Development Initiatives

Project Sponsor: City of Long Beach

Address of Sponsor: 411 W Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90802

Location of Project: Long Beach, CA

Member Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Statement

PROJECT NAME: LOS ANGELES FIRE STATION 79 CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE REPAIRS

Funding Requested: $1,000,000

Project Description: This project will repair critical infrastructure at Los Angeles Fire Station 79, which is over 60 years old, to improve response times and emergency services in Harbor Gateway. The funding requested will support multiple interior and exterior improvements, including driveway repairs, sewer upgrades, and other essential enhancements to the facility.

Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development/Department of Housing and Urban Development/Economic Development Initiatives

Project Sponsor: City of Los Angeles

Address of Sponsor: 200 N Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Location of Project: Harbor Gateway, CA

Member Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Statement

PROJECT NAME: LOS ANGELES HARBOR COLLEGE CENTER FOR COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

Funding Requested: $1,500,000

Project Description: This project will establish a Center for Community Engagement and Workforce Development at Los Angeles Harbor College in Wilmington. The resource center will provide a wide range of public services, including no-cost certificate programs, entrepreneurial support, parent education, and more. The funding requested will rehabilitate an existing facility, upgrade the technology infrastructure, and enhance security.

Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development/Department of Housing and Urban Development/Economic Development Initiatives

Project Sponsor: Los Angeles Harbor College

Address of Sponsor: 1111 Figueroa Pl, Wilmington, CA 90744

Location of Project: Wilmington, CA

Member Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Statement

PROJECT NAME: LYNWOOD COMMUNITY CENTER IMPROVEMENTS

Funding Requested: $1,000,000

Project Description: This project will enhance the Lucy Avalos Community Center in Lynwood by repairing the walls, floors, and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. These critical renovations will enable the City of Lynwood to expand recreational programs and essential activities for local residents. 

Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development/Department of Housing and Urban Development/Economic Development Initiatives

Project Sponsor: City of Lynwood

Address of Sponsor: 11330 Bullis Rd, Lynwood, CA 90262

Location of Project: Lynwood, CA

Member Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Statement

PROJECT NAME: NORMANDALE PARK UPGRADES

Funding Requested: $3,000,000

Project Description: This project will establish a community hub at Normandale Park in Harbor Gateway by renovating the recreation center with critical improvements to the computer lab, senior room, kitchen, indoor restrooms, and preschool room. The funding requested will also create a new office space, separate from the recreation center, which will allow residents to meet with law enforcement.

Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development/Department of Housing and Urban Development/Economic Development Initiatives

Project Sponsor: City of Los Angeles

Address of Sponsor: 200 N Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Location of Project: Harbor Gateway, CA

Member Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Statement

PROJECT NAME: NORMANDIE AVENUE BUS STOP AND SHELTER IMPROVEMENTS

Funding Requested: $1,500,000

Project Description: This project will upgrade bus stops along Normandie Avenue in West Carson. The funding requested will reconstruct curb ramps to improve accessibility for individuals with disabilities, install new bus pads, and support other improvements to enhance the safety of public transit riders.

Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development/Department of Housing and Urban Development/Economic Development Initiatives

Project Sponsor: County of Los Angeles

Address of Sponsor: 500 W Temple St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Location of Project: West Carson, CA

Member Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Statement

PROJECT NAME: NORMANDIE AVENUE SIDEWALK AND GREEN CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENTS

Funding Requested: $4,000,000

Project Description: This project will enhance walkability and improve pedestrian safety in Harbor Gateway by installing sidewalks along a 1.6-mile segment of Normandie Avenue, from 182nd Street to Torrance Boulevard, where there are currently no sidewalks. The funding requested will also add trees, vegetation, and other green measures along the same segment. 

Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development/Department of Housing and Urban Development/Economic Development Initiatives

Project Sponsor: City of Los Angeles

Address of Sponsor: 200 N Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Location of Project: Harbor Gateway, CA

Member Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Statement

PROJECT NAME: PARAMOUNT PARK COMMUNITY CENTER EXPANSION

Funding Requested: $2,000,000

Project Description: This project will expand the Paramount Park Community Center with an additional 4,345 square feet of new space to create two outdoor areas dedicated to senior residents, establish a fitness room, reconfigure the main auditorium, install new interior flooring, and enhance the exterior landscape.

Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development/Department of Housing and Urban Development/Economic Development Initiatives

Project Sponsor: City of Paramount

Address of Sponsor: 16400 Colorado Ave, Paramount, CA 90723

Location of Project: Paramount, CA

Member Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Statement

PROJECT NAME: SCHERER PARK SIGNATURE PLAYGROUND

Funding Requested: $2,000,000

Project Description: This project will support the construction of a new signature playground at Scherer Park in Long Beach. The new playground will enhance outdoor recreational opportunities for individuals with disabilities and provide a variety of age-appropriate play structures for children ages two to twelve.

Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development/Department of Housing and Urban Development/Economic Development Initiatives

Project Sponsor: City of Long Beach

Address of Sponsor: 411 W Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90802

Location of Project: Long Beach, CA

Member Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Statement

PROJECT NAME: SOUTH GATE ELECTRIC BUSES AND CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE

Funding Requested: $3,000,000

Project Description: This project will support zero-emission public transit in South Gate by converting the gas-powered fleet used by the City of South Gate’s Get Around Town Express bus line to all-electric buses. The funding requested will purchase six new electric buses and build a charging station to support the new fleet, which will be used on routes that primarily serve local students and senior residents.

Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development/Department of Housing and Urban Development/Economic Development Initiatives

Project Sponsor: City of South Gate

Address of Sponsor: 4900 Southern Ave, South Gate, CA 90280

Location of Project: South Gate, CA

Member Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Statement

PROJECT NAME: TORRANCE BOULEVARD SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS

Funding Requested: $1,500,000

Project Description: This project will reduce traffic collisions and improve pedestrian safety on a high-collision corridor in West Carson. By installing leading pedestrian interval signal timing and accessible pedestrian signals along Torrance Boulevard, between Normandie Avenue and Hamilton Avenue, this project will mitigate pedestrian-vehicle collisions.

Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development/Department of Housing and Urban Development/Economic Development Initiatives

Project Sponsor: County of Los Angeles

Address of Sponsor: 500 W Temple St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Location of Project: West Carson, CA

Member Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Statement

PROJECT NAME: WILMINGTON SPORTS COMPLEX UPGRADES

Funding Requested: $3,000,000

Project Description: This project will enhance nighttime use of the Wilmington Sports Complex by installing new sports field lighting for three baseball diamonds and two soccer fields. The funding requested will also improve park safety by adding new lighting and security cameras near parking lots, walking paths, and other park facilities.

Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development/Department of Housing and Urban Development/Economic Development Initiatives

Project Sponsor: City of Los Angeles

Address of Sponsor: 200 N Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Location of Project: Wilmington, CA

Member Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Statement

PROJECT NAME: WISHING TREE PARK SHADE ENHANCEMENT

Funding Requested: $1,400,000

Project Description: This project will enhance shade coverage and reduce vulnerability to extreme heat at Wishing Tree Park in West Carson. The funding requested will support the installation of shade structures, shade sails, and trees to cover critical park amenities, including the fitness zone, picnic area, and patio.

Subcommittee/Agency/Account: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development/Department of Housing and Urban Development/Economic Development Initiatives

Project Sponsor: County of Los Angeles

Address of Sponsor: 500 W Temple St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Location of Project: West Carson, CA

Member Financial Disclosure and Federal Nexus Statement

FY26 CPF GUIDELINES

Please see the links below to FY26 CPF guidance, including information on the types of project activities and applicants that are eligible for FY26 CPF. 

Agriculture

Commerce-Justice-Science

Energy and Water Development

Homeland Security

Interior and the Environment

Military Construction and Veterans’ Affairs

Transportation-Housing and Urban Development:

REPRESENTATIVE BARRAGÁN PAST CPF REQUESTS

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2023 CPF REQUESTS APPROVED

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2022 CPF REQUESTS APPROVED

2022 CPF REQUESTS SUBMITTED

2021 CPF REQUESTS APPROVED

2021 CPF REQUESTS SUBMITTED