Soledad Container Village
Container Village News and Updates
What’s Next?
Grants:
The City is thrilled to share that the city’s Economic Development Division has been wholeheartedly and diligently exploring a variety of potential grants to support the costs of our exciting upcoming project. We firmly believe that conducting a comprehensive feasibility study and impact report are key in evaluating the economic benefits and identifying the optimal financing options for the project’s construction.
In February of 2024, The City submitted an application for the USDA Rural Business Development grant, with the goal of securing funding for a feasibility study and impact report for our innovative container village project. Currently, we are eagerly awaiting a response from the USDA to discover whether our project will receive the grant. Should we be fortunate enough to secure the grant, we plan to partner with the Monterey County Business Council, a non-profit economic development organization, to aid in selecting a consultant who will be responsible for conducting the crucial feasibility study in the months to come. We are truly excited about the potential this project holds for our community and look forward to the positive impact it will have. 8/1/2024
On the Horizon
Upon completion of the project’s feasibility study, the city will proceed to develop a more streamlined and actionable plan for implementation. Subsequently, the city will initiate an exploration of various financing options for the construction phase. Given the project’s status as a top priority for both the Community and the Council, the CED Staff is firmly committed to keeping the community well-informed and engaged as we advance with this noteworthy project. 8/01/2024
Spotlight
City of Soledad Awarded $50,000 USDA Rural Development Grant
for Soledad Container Village Project Feasibility Study
