The Consolidated Plan (the "ConPlan") is a document submitted to the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) that serves as a comprehensive housing affordability strategy, community development plan, and submission for funding under any of HUD’s entitlement formula grant programs. The ConPlan for housing and community development was established through legislation passed by the U.S. Congress in 1990. Under the Cranston‐ Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act, jurisdictions that receive federal entitlement funds for housing and community development activities are required to prepare a comprehensive three‐ to five‐year plan for using those funds. The entitlement formula utilizes population information, poverty and overcrowded housing data to establish funding allocations. The City of Carson (the "City") qualifies as a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) entitlement City based on the grant formula. The City coordinates its efforts to provide a balanced approach to community needs using its available resources. A five‐year strategic plan has been developed by the City of Carson that identifies and prioritizes the future use of the City’s CDBG funds. The 2020-2025 ConPlan covers the timeframe from July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2025.