The Ball is in Lompoc’s Court: Mapping Future Human Service Priorities Under Projected Mayoral Shift

LOMPOC, Calif. (KEYT) - In the wake of midterm election results projecting a win for mayoral candidate Jeremy Ball, Lompoc is looking ahead to the next year of human services funding.

City officials convened inside the City Council Chamber Wednesday morning for a mandatory Pre-Application Workshop and Community Needs Assessment Meeting for the federal Community Development Block Grant for 2027-2028.

The session established key priorities for upcoming municipal funding allocations.

Public priorities for the funding cycle focus on resolving neighborhood infrastructure deficits, expanding affordable housing options and upgrading youth programming.

The development framework aligns with upcoming leadership changes in the city. 

Jeremy Ball is the projected winner in the mayoral race following Tuesday's midterm elections. 

Ball's platform has focused on community engagement, streamlining small business operations and tackling urban blight and he is expected to take a hands-on approach to managing local development programs.

Organizations seeking local grant allocations must submit finalized proposals through the city's online portal by Dec. 3, 2026.

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