FY 2026 Community Projects Submitted
NOTE: The projects are listed alphabetically by recipient.
Recipient: City of Artesia
Project Title: Artesia Emergency Operations Center
Address: 18747 Clarkdale Ave, Artesia CA 90701
Amount of request: $925,000
Project Description: Funding would be used to construct and equip a new Emergency Operations Center (EOC) to be co-located with the City’s designated Emergency Shelter at the Albert O. Little Community Center. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because the proposed project’s purpose is to strengthen the City’s emergency management capabilities by creating a dedicated, fully interoperable facility that can serve as the central coordination hub for disaster response, emergency communications, and recovery operations.
Federal Nexus: The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized by section 614 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5196c), as amended by section 202 of the Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007 (9/11 Act).
Member Certification Letter
Recipient: City of Cypress
Project Title: Myra Avenue Storm Water Pump Station No. 1
Address: 5275 Orange Ave, Cypress CA 92865
Amount of request: $5,000,000
Project Description: The funding would be used by the City of Cypress to upgrade a 60+ year old facility with a new pump station capable of protecting nearby residences against a 25-year flood. The current pump station has reached the end of its useful life and requires upgrades to comply with current Orange County Flood Control District standards. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because upgrades to the Myra Avenue Storm Water Pump Station No. 1 aligns with the federal government's responsibility to support infrastructure improvements that enhance public safety and welfare. Flooding takes a significant economic and social toll on communities and investing in infrastructure that protects homes is an appropriate use of taxpayer resources. Investing in resilient infrastructure aligns with broader federal goals related to environmental protection and sustainable development, further justifying the use of federal funds for this project.
Federal Nexus: The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized by Section 1452 of the Safe Drinking Water Act, 42 U.S.C. 300j-12.
Recipient: City of Los Alamitos
Project Title: Los Alamitos Emergency Operations Center
Address: 3191 Katella Avenue, Los Alamitos CA 90720
Amount of request: $510,595
Project Description: The funding would be used to fund the purchase and installation of permanent audio-visual and technology upgrades for the multi-purpose use of the Emergency Operations Center facility, as well as provide for the comprehensive technology enhancements required to complete the new EOC. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because the project aligns with the stated goals of the EOC Grant Program to contribute to a comprehensive national emergency management system.
Federal Nexus: The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized by 614 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5196c), as amended by section 202 of the Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007 (9/11 Act).
Recipient: Hope Center of Orange County
Project Title: North Orange County Public Safety Collaborative
Address: 2050 Youth Way, Building #1, Fullerton CA 92835
Amount of request: $5,000,000
Project Description: The funding would be used to expand and support the North Orange County Public Safety Collaborative’s centralized, data-driven operational hub that streamlines non-emergency responses across North Orange County—freeing police officers to focus on crime prevention and criminal apprehension, while still ensuring that vulnerable populations receive appropriate interventions. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it directly addresses poverty, crime, and violence in Orange County communities and enhances officer safety. Through an innovative model that is local law enforcement agency-led and unites service providers and community organizations, the Collaborative creates a unified public safety strategy that enhances local capacity to address complex safety challenges and facilitates timely, data-driven interventions that support police efforts to prevent crime, reduce recidivism, and mitigate the strain on frontline public safety resources.
Federal Nexus: The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes described in section 501 of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. § 10152).