Community Project Funding Requests FY2026
House Committee on Appropriations
Community Project Funding Requests for FY2026
Congresswoman Sánchez has submitted funding requests for important community projects that will benefit the 38th Congressional District of California to the House Appropriations Committee.
Under guidelines issued by the Appropriations Committee, each Representative may request funding for up to 15 projects in their community for fiscal year 2026, although there is no guarantee on how many will be funded.
Projects are restricted to a limited number of federal funding streams. Only state and local governments are permitted to receive funding. Additional information on rules governing Community Project Funding is available here.
In compliance with House Rules and Committee requirements, Congresswoman Sánchez has certified that neither she nor her immediate family has any financial interest in any of the projects she has requested.
NOTE: The projects are listed in alphabetical order by recipient name and the figures listed below indicate the dollar amount requested for each corresponding project.
Projects requested
Recipient Name: Foothill Transit
Project Name: Zero Emissions Bus Program
Recipient Address: 100 S. Covina Ave, Suite 200, West Covina, CA 91790
Amount Requested: $6,000,000
Project Description and Justification: The funding would be used to replace 24 retirement-eligible compressed natural gas (CNG) buses with zero emissions buses. The deployment of zero emissions buses (ZEB) will continue Foothill Transit’s delivery of cleaner, smarter transit service in one of the nation’s most congested regions. Foothill Transit has one of the largest ZEB fleets in the nation thanks to its recent acquisition of 33 hydrogen fuel cell buses, two double deck electric coaches, and 16 single deck electric coaches. The Agency’s goal is to deploy a fully zero emissions bus fleet to meet the requirements of the California Air Resources Board. The project would be a valuable use of taxpayer funds because Foothill Transit’s service area covers a population of 2 million residents and would improve their quality of life through traffic mitigation, cleaner air, and economic development throughout the region. Funding for zero emissions buses would enhance Foothills Transit services, including lifeline and mobility options, to several employment hubs, large universities, community colleges, medical care providers, and other vital resources.
Disclosure Letter: Click here.
Recipient Name: City of Downey
Project Name: City of Downey Water Treatment Plant-North
Recipient Address: Western Avenue at the intersection of Florence Avenue, Downey, CA, 90240
Amount Requested: $1,000,000
Project Description and Justification: To address PFAS contamination concerns, the City of Downey is proposing to acquire two vacant parcels for the construction of a new water treatment plant, strategically located on the north side of Downey. The project's proposed northern facility, situated at the intersection of Florence Avenue and Western Avenue, will provide water service to residents in north Downey which includes the 38th Congressional District. The water treatment plant in north Downey is part of a comprehensive strategy to combat PFAS contamination, which includes enhancements to the water distribution and transmission pipeline infrastructure throughout the city’s 20 groundwater wells, and an additional treatment facility in south Downey.
Disclosure Letter: Click here.
Recipient Name: City of La Habra
Project Name: Foothill Zone Consolidation Water Project
Recipient Address: 110 e. La Habra Blvd., La Habra, CA 90631
Amount Requested: $5,000,000
Project Description and Justification: The project is a critical infrastructure project to enhance the reliability and sustainability of water supply by consolidating and upgrading aging water systems in the Foothill Zone. The Foothill Zone serves a significant portion of the City of La Habra, and its infrastructure faces increasing challenges due to aging pipelines, fluctuating pressure zones, and system inefficiencies. The project will address these issues by modernizing water distribution networks and will include a new water station and equipment.
Disclosure Letter: Click here.
Recipient Name: City of La Habra Heights
Project Name: Park and Gymnasium Improvements
Recipient Address: 1245 North Hacienda Road, La Habra Heights, CA 90631
Amount Requested: $1,450,000
Project Description and Justification: The City of La Habra Heights has one public park, named The Park which serves as the center of community events throughout the year. The main facility in the park is the Community Gymnasium, which was built in 1978. The Park and Gymnasium improvement project includes nine specific areas of improvement strategically selected to extend the useful life of the City's primary public recreation facility. The largest of these improvements will correct significant deficiencies in the Gymnasium facility such as roof leaks, rotted and deteriorated flooring and bathrooms, that detract from the beneficial use of this important recreational amenity and enhance safety for community residents and visitors.
Disclosure Letter: Click here.
Recipient Name: City of La Mirada, CA
Project Name: Neff Park Drainage Improvements
Recipient Address: 13700 La Mirada Boulevard, La Mirada, CA 21201
Amount Requested: $1,500,000
Project Description and Justification: Funding will address drainage issues at the City of La Mirada's Neff Park. Neff Park covers ten acres and features three historic buildings, a gazebo, basketball and tennis courts, horseshoe pits, a children's playground, and picnic areas. The project would fund grading, placement of a natural drainage swale, and landscaping improvements to address surface flooding that has occurred following even moderate rainstorms. This project would be an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because site improvements to reduce surface flooding would protect park amenities and ensure safe and reliable community access.
Disclosure Letter: Click here.
Recipient Name: City of Montebello, CA
Project Name: City of Montebello Fire Department Brush Fire Station Project
Recipient Address: 1600 W. Beverly Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640
Amount Requested: $6,000,000
Project Description and Justification: The proposed Brush Fire Station in the northern part of Montebello directly supports these goals by addressing a critical public safety need identified in recent statewide Fire Hazard Severity Zone (FHSZ) updates. The station will improve emergency response times, provide targeted protection to neighborhoods at high risk for wildfires, and increase the City’s overall capacity to respond to natural disasters and emergencies.
Disclosure Letter: Click here.
Recipient Name: City of Montebello
Project Name: City of Montebello Police Department Radio Communications
Recipient Address: 1600 W Beverly Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640
Amount Requested: $1,231,000
Project Description and Justification: This funding will modernize and enhance its public safety radio communications, ensuring that the department remains equipped with the latest technology to meet the growing demands of law enforcement operations.
Disclosure Letter: Click here.
Recipient Name: City of Norwalk
Project Name: Holifield Park Parking Lot
Recipient Address: 12700 Norwalk Blvd. Norwalk, CA 90650
Amount Requested: $1,600,000
Project Description and Justification: The funding be used to construct a new parking lot with 74 parking stalls south of Holifield Park including fencing, concrete walkway, landscape and driveway approach improvements.
Disclosure Letter: Click here.
Recipient Name: City of Pico Rivera
Project Name: Durfee Avenue Community Center Project
Recipient Address: 6615 Passons Blvd, Pico Rivera, CA 90660
Amount Requested: $1,250,000
Project Description and Justification: Funding to support the design and construction of the Durfee Avenue Community Center. The project will rehabilitate a vacant and blighted former Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) building into a vibrant community center, focused on economic development, public safety, health and wellness, youth leadership development, and corridor activation. Additionally, these funds will would provide for ADA upgrades, widened sidewalks, curb extensions, high-visibility crosswalks, traffic calming infrastructure, and pedestrian-scale lighting—directly enhancing safety and accessibility.
Disclosure Letter: Click here.
Recipient Name: City of Walnut
Project Name: Suzanne Park Improvement Project
Recipient Address: 21201 La Puente Rd. Walnut, CA, 91789
Amount Requested: $2,000,000
Project Description and Justification: This funding would be used to update Suzanne Park, which plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of life of the local community. This highly utilized park is in need of upgrades due to the age of the facilities, changing safety standards, and the amount of use. This project will focus on four main areas of improvement, including accessibility, horse arena renovation, parking lot expansion, and softball field updates. By undertaking these renovations, Suzanne will become a more inclusive, accessible, and enjoyable destination for the community and beyond. Suzanne Park is home to community events, senior centers, summer camps, and more. These updates will provide better facilities for park users and community members at large.
Disclosure Letter: Click here.
Recipient Name: City of Whittier
Project Name: Whittier Broadband Connectivity Project
Recipient Address: 13230 Penn St, Whittier, CA, 90602
Amount Requested: $500,000
Project Description and Justification: This funding would be used to lay down 3,881 linear feet of robust fiber optic network from Whittier City Hall to Uptown Whittier. This would address current deficiencies in broadband accessibility, relatability, and speed, which will aid community, educational, and economic development. This project would benefit the school-aged children who live in these census tracts by increasing their access to a reliable broadband network. High-speed internet enables students and educators to access a vast array of online learning materials, courses, and collaboration tools, significantly enriching the educational experience. It also increases digital equity because by expanding fiber optic infrastructure, Whittier can address digital divides within the community by providing access to fiber optic internet helps bridge the digital divide, and ensuring that all members of the community, regardless of income, can develop digital skills.
Disclosure Letter: Click here.
Recipient Name: City of Santa Fe Springs
Project Name: River Parcel Passive Park
Recipient Address: 11710 Telegraph Rd., Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Amount Requested: $4,634,021
Project Description and Justification: This funding will be used to transform 2.75 acres of vacant, City owned land into a vibrant, multi-use recreational hub that meets the growing need for green space in Southeast Los Angeles County. In a densely built-out region with limited access to parks, this project represents a rare and timely opportunity to promote health and community connection for Santa Fe Springs and its neighboring communities.
Disclosure Letter: Click here.
Recipient Name: County of Los Angeles Department of Public Works
Project Name: Advanced Traffic Controllers for Multimodal Experience at the Future L Line Norwalk and Lambert Stations Areas
Recipient Address: 900 South Fremont Avenue, Alhambra, CA 98103
Amount Requested: $1,500,000
Project Description and Justification: The project will replace outdated traffic signals on major corridors and optimize the use of smart traffic signals to improve traffic signal communications to LA County’s Traffic Management Center. Advanced traffic controllers (ATC) are needed along major corridors to ensure efficient traffic flow in anticipation of increased multimodal traffic around LA Metro’s planned Norwalk and Lambert Station areas. Some area traffic signals are no longer manufactured and cannot support advanced signal operations features that would improve multimodal accessibility and safety, including for pedestrians. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because advanced traffic signal controllers will improve vehicle movement, increase safety for all roadway users, improve accessibility for pedestrians, people traveling on bicycles, and those traveling on transit, and minimize idling times that contribute to greenhouse gas emissions.
Disclosure Letter: Click here.
Recipient Name: Rio Hondo Community College
Project Name: Public Safety Scenario Training Unit
Recipient Address: 3600 Workman Mill Rd., Whittier, CA 90601
Amount Requested: $1,700,000
Project Description and Justification: This funding would support a Public Safety Scenario Training Unit (PSSTU) at Rio Hondo Community College. The Scenario Unit will provide for an innovative approach that is recalibrating the benchmarks for realism, adaptability, and cost effectiveness in training methodologies. The PSSTU consists of a modular unit housing state-of-the-art virtual reality equipment and technology that immerses cadets and seasoned officers in digitally simulated environments so authentic that they trigger genuine stress and decision-making processes. This immersive edge acts as a stress inoculation, preparing officers and other safety professionals to handle high-pressure scenarios by developing positive muscle memory. The equipment funded by this project would ensure that law enforcement officers are well-prepared to handle complex and high-pressure situations with essential skills in de-escalation, tactical response, and decision making under pressure
Disclosure Letter: Click here.
Recipient Name: Walnut Valley Water District
Project Name: Emergency Operations Center and Cybersecurity Resilience Project
Recipient Address: 271 S Brea Canyon Road, Walnut, CA 91789
Amount Requested: $1,724,457
Project Description and Justification: The funding would be used for the purchase of equipment to outfit Walnut Valley Water District’s new Emergency Operations Center which provides water service to nearly 100,000 residents and businesses in eastern Los Angeles County, including the cities of Walnut, Diamond Bar, and parts of Industry. The equipped EOC will serve as a centralized command hub to monitor, manage, and coordinate emergency responses, particularly those that threaten the water system infrastructure and public health. The project is an appropriate use of taxpayer funds because it would help improve field resources during an emergency crisis response, ensuring uninterrupted water service to the communities we serve and enhancing regional resilience.
Disclosure Letter: Click here.