FY27 Community Project Funding Requests
Community Project Funding Requests
I'm proud to have secured over $14 million in FY2026 Community Project Funding to repair local infrastructure, construct affordable housing, and enhance emergency response and public safety efforts across California's 45th District.
FY 2027 Community Projects Submitted
Below are the Community Project Funding requests, in alphabetical order, that Congressman Tran submitted for consideration to the House Appropriations Committee for FY2027.
Recipient: California State University, Fullerton
Project Title: NextGen Workforce Hub
Address: 2600 Nutwood Avenue, Fullerton, CA 92831.
Amount Requested: $2,000,000
Project Description: Funding would be used for equipment acquisition and the creation of a NextGen Workforce Hub located at CSU Fullerton that will serve as a center for research, education, advanced technical skills, and hands-on learning on current and emerging technologies. This investment will support California State University Fullerton in developing the next generation of innovative U.S. engineers, cybersecurity professionals, artificial intelligence practitioners, and advanced manufacturing workers.
Federal Nexus: The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes described in section 272 of title 15, United States Code.
Recipient: City of Artesia
Project Title: Public Service Center Renovations Project
Address: 18747 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia, CA 90701
Amount Requested: $1,000,000
Project Description: Funding will be used to renovate and modernize a former library facility into a centralized Public Service Center that will include a dedicated Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD) substation. The funding will support the acquisition of technology, infrastructure upgrades, and automated systems that assist law enforcement agencies in investigating, responding to, and preventing crime. This will ensure the City of Artesia has a centralized hub for m unicipal services and law enforcement to promote public safety, foster community trust, deter crime, and strengthen community engagement.
Federal Nexus: The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is consistent with purposes authorized in 42 U.S.C.5305(a)(1), 5305(a)(2), 5305(a)(4), and/or 5305(a)(5).
Recipient: City of Brea
Project Title: Backup 9-1-1 Dispatch Center
Address: 1 Civic Center Cir, Brea, CA 92821
Amount of request: $500,000
Project Description: Funding would be used to complete the technology, equipment, and digital infrastructure needed for a fully operational backup 9-1-1 Dispatch Center and Emergency Operations Center in Brea, CA. The backup center will allow dispatchers to continue answering calls and coordinating emergency responses safely, without disruption, in the event of the primary dispatch center being rendered unusable. This project enables greater coordination among Orange County cities during emergencies, enhances officer safety, and improves real-time response capabilities.
Federal Nexus: The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes described in section 1701(b)(9) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. § 10381(b)(9)).
Recipient: City of Buena Park
Project Title: Sewer Upsizing Project
Address: 6550 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA 90622
Amount Requested: $2,000,000
Project Description: Funding will be used to support construction of a critical sewer infrastructure project that increases system capacity, protects public health, and enables new affordable housing. By upsizing the existing sewer main and rehabilitating aging components, the City will reduce the risk of backups and overflows that could contaminate groundwater and nearby surface waters. This proactive investment also lowers future repair costs, reduces maintenance demands, and strengthens long-term system resilience.
Federal Nexus: The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized by Title VI of the Clean Water Act, 33 U.S.C 1381 et seq.
Recipient: City of Cerritos
Project Title: C-4 Water Well Replacement
Address: 18125 Bloomfield Avenue, Cerritos, CA 90703
Amount Requested: $5,000,000
Project Description: Funding will be used to replace and treat the aging C-4 Well, ensuring a safe and reliable local groundwater supply for residents. This investment protects public health, maintains compliance with updated federal drinking water standards, and supports long-term water quality. Without it, the well may need to be shut down, forcing Cerritos to rely more heavily on imported water and increasing annual costs. By strengthening local supply reliability now, the project helps prevent future expenses and keeps water rates stable.
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 Fountain Valley
Project Title: Police Department Drones as First Responders Program
Address: 10200 Slater Ave., Fountain Valley, CA 92708.
Amount Requested: $371,000
Project Description: Funding would be used to implement a Drones as First Responders (DFR) program for the Fountain Valley Police Department (FVPD). This project will allow law enforcement and other city services to improve emergency response, de-escalation efforts, officer safety, and investigative outcomes for the community. By providing real-time aerial intelligence, law enforcement officers can observe incidents before arriving on scene, helping them identify suspects, locate victims, assess potential hazards, and coordinate responding units more effectively.
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).
Recipient: City of Fountain Valley
Project Title: Police Department Advanced In-Car Camera System
Address: 10200 Slater Ave., Fountain Valley, CA 92708.
Amount of request: $323,000
Project Description: Funding would be used to equip the Fountain Valley Police Department’s vehicle fleet with an advanced in-car video system. Deploying this system across the patrol fleet will strengthen investigative outcomes, improve officer training and safety, and improve the quality of digital evidence of incidents that may be used in court proceedings.
Federal Nexus: The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes described in section 1701(b)(9) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. § 10381(b)(9)).
Recipient: City of Fountain Valley
Project Title: City of Fountain Valley Fire Station 1 Engine and Apparatus Acquisition Project
Address: 10200 Slater Avenue, Fountain Valley, CA 92708.
Amount Requested: $5,000,000
Project Description: Funding will be used to purchase an aerial ladder truck, Type 1 fire engine, and NFPA-required equipment and tools to fully outfit both apparatuses for service at Fountain Valley Fire Department (FVFD) Fire Station 1. This will ensure that FVFD can provide highly specialized and required capabilities to combat the substantial number of wildfire encounters, respond to mutual aid requests, and improve operational efficiency. This will address a gap in public safety infrastructure that directly impacts public works, enhance firefighter safety, and deliver long-term public safety benefits for the community.
Federal Nexus: The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is consistent with purposes authorized in 42 U.S.C.5305(a)(1), 5305(a)(2), 5305(a)(4), and/or 5305(a)(5).
Recipient: City of Fullerton
Project Title: City of Fullerton Fire Engine Acquisition
Address: 2691 Rosecrans Ave. Fullerton, CA 92833
Amount Requested: $1,500,000
Project Description: Funding will be used to acquire a new National Fire Protection Association-compliant Type 1 fire engine for Fullerton Fire Department Fire Station 6, which serves a Cal Fire-designated Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone and a high-risk wildland urban interface area. The new engine will improve first-response effectiveness, reduce response limitations in high-risk terrain, and enhance public safety. It will also allow the city to reposition the existing aerial apparatus to a more urban service area where it is better aligned with operational needs.
Federal Nexus: The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is consistent with purposes authorized in 42 U.S.C.5305(a)(1), 5305(a)(2), 5305(a)(4), and/or 5305(a)(5).
Recipient: City of Garden Grove
Project Title: Police Headquarters Real-Time Operations Center
Address: 11222 Acacia Parkway, Garden Grove, CA 92840
Amount of request: $1,679,000
Project Description: Funding would be used to complete and equip a state-of-the-art Real-Time Operations Center within the City’s Police Headquarters. The Center will integrate existing data systems into a unified, proactive platform to enhance emergency or disaster response, regional event coordination, crime reduction, and overall public safety.
Federal Nexus: The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes described in section 1701(b)(9) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. § 10381(b)(9)).
Recipient: City of Hawaiian Gardens
Project Title: Helen Rosas Center Improvements
Address: 21815 Pioneer Blvd, Hawaiian Gardens, CA 90716
Amount Requested: $1,800,000
Project Description: Funding will be used to modernize and improve the City of Hawaiian Gardens’ Helen Rosas Center, including repairs to the floor and lighting, HVAC replacement, energy-efficient improvements, ADA compliance enhancements, and necessary renovations to support continued community use. This investment preserves and modernizes a vital community facility, ensuring that this public space is safe and accessible for the community to enjoy for years to come while reducing long-term maintenance costs.
Federal Nexus: The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is consistent with purposes authorized in 42 U.S.C.5305(a)(1), 5305(a)(2), 5305(a)(4), and/or 5305(a)(5).
Recipient: City of Lakewood
Project Title: Water Storage Facility & Helicopter Hydrant Project
Address: 5050 Clark Ave., Lakewood CA, 90712
Amount Requested: $3,500,000
Project Description: Funding will be used for development and construction of a new 1-million-gallon water storage facility and an incorporated 10,000-gallon helicopter hydrant firefighting system. This permanent, rapid-fill water tank is specifically designed for firefighting helicopters, allowing up to three CH-47 Chinook aircraft to refill simultaneously in under two minutes. By placing this resource in a strategically accessible urban location, the project eliminates the need for pilots to fly to distant water sources, significantly cutting response times during the critical early stages of a fire. This funding will modernize a core public utility, reduce long-term disaster recovery costs, and improve public health.
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 Lakewood
Project Title: Bloomfield Park Improvements
Address: 5050 Clark Ave., Lakewood, CA 90712.
Amount Requested: $1,500,000
Project Description: Funding will be used to modernize and improve the Bloomfield Park’s aging infrastructure, including the construction of new pickleball courts, rehabilitation of existing basketball courts, sidewalk repavement, and fencing fixtures. Additional site improvements will include new seating areas, drinking fountains, trash bins, shade structures, and installation of accessible paths to ensure comfort and access for all users. These improvements would revitalize an underutilized park and expand access to affordable recreation for the residents of Lakewood and the surrounding neighborhood.
Federal Nexus: The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is consistent with purposes authorized in 42 U.S.C.5305(a)(1), 5305(a)(2), 5305(a)(4), and/or 5305(a)(5).
Recipient: City of La Palma
Project Title: Walker Well Rehabilitation Project
Address: 7822 Walker St, La Palma, CA 90623
Amount Requested: $2,0000,000
Project Description: Funding will be used to replace and expand the City of La Palma’s Walker Well, a core component of local drinking water supply. The project will replace the deteriorated well infrastructure and upgrade its treatment systems to meet anticipated regulatory changes. Replacement will restore and enhance groundwater production capacity, improve long-term reliability, and reduce operational expenses. This will ensure that residents of La Palma continue to receive clean, safe, and affordable drinking water while strengthening the City’s resilience to drought, regulatory changes, and future infrastructure challenges.
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: Police Department Drones as First Responders Program
Address: 3191 Katella Avenue, Los Alamitos, CA 90720.
Amount of request: $682,900
Project Description: Funding would be used to establish a Drone as First Responder program to help the city police department respond more quickly to emergencies, gather critical information in real time, and support de-escalation efforts. Drones will be used to assist with a wide range of public safety incidents, including crimes in progress, missing persons searches, traffic collisions, crime scene documents, and disaster responses. This capability can reduce response times, prevent escalation of dangerous situations, and improve evidence collection.
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).
Recipient: City of Norwalk
Project Title: Norwalk Transit Bus Safety and Modernization Project
Address: 12700 Norwalk Blvd., Norwalk, CA 90650
Amount Requested: $347,262
Project Description: Funding will be used to upgrade bus surveillance systems on thirty-four fixed-route buses in the City of Norwalk as part of a developed safety strategy to mitigate increasing onboard disturbances and improve safety and response.
Federal Nexus: The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is consistent with purposes authorized in 42 U.S.C.5305(a)(1), 5305(a)(2), 5305(a)(4), and/or 5305(a)(5).
Recipient: City of Placentia
Project Title: Old Town Sewer Rehabilitation Project
Address: 401 E Chapman Avenue, Placentia, CA 92870
Amount Requested: $1,700,000
Project Description: Funding will be used to install CIPP liners and perform targeted repairs to modernize Old Town Placentia’s aging wastewater infrastructure and prevent system failures. This project supports current service needs and future growth in Old Town Placentia by maintaining system capacity and integrity. By rehabilitating aging sewer lines, the City will lower the risk of leaks, overflows, and costly emergency repairs while also protecting public health and the environment.
Federal Nexus: The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes authorized by Title VI of the Clean Water Act, 33 U.S.C 1381 et seq.
Recipient: City of Westminster
Project Title: Police Department Real-Time Crime Center
Address: 8200 Westminster Blvd, Westminster, CA 92683.
Amount Requested: $1,000,000
Project Description: Funding would be used to acquire technologies and equipment, including interoperable communications technologies, modernized criminal record technology, and forensic technology to establish and sustain a Real-Time Crime Center.
Federal Nexus: The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes described in section 1701(b)(9) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. § 10381(b)(9)).
Recipient: County of Orange
Project Title: Orange County Sheriff Department Technology Modernization project
Address: 550 N. Flower Street, Santa Ana, CA 92703
Amount Requested: $1,000,000
Project Description: Funding would be used for technology, equipment, and furnishing acquisitions needed for the Orange County Sheriff Department’s Emergency Management Division and Technology Center. The project will allow Orange County public safety agencies to improve police officer safety and the delivery of the critical public safety services to over 3.2 million residents by reducing response times, optimizing resource allocation, and increasing operational efficiency. By leveraging updated technology and improved interagency communication, Orange County will be better positioned to prepare for, respond to, and recover from these complex challenges to build a safer and more resilient community.
Federal Nexus: The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is for purposes described in section 1701(b)(9) of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 (34 U.S.C. § 10381(b)(9)).
Recipient: Orange County Housing Finance Trust
Project Title: Goldenwest Apartments Affordable Housing project
Address: 400 West Civic Center Drive, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Amount Requested: $2,000,000
Project Description: Funding would be used for development, construction, and creation of new affordable housing units at Goldenwest Apartments located in Westminster, California. When completed, this project will reduce homelessness, increase housing stability for low- and extremely low-income households, and support local economic activity through the creation of construction and related jobs. By increasing access to stable housing in Westminster, the project will also help alleviate pressure on the regional housing market and contribute to more sustainable community development.
Federal Nexus: The project has a federal nexus because the funding provided is consistent with purposes authorized in 42 U.S.C.5305(a)(1), 5305(a)(2), 5305(a)(4), and/or 5305(a)(5).