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Public Hearing - RE: Commissioner Worley - Budget/Purchasing - To Receive Public Comments Concerning Potential Submittal of an Application to the NC Department of Commerce for a 2019 Community Development Block Grant under the NC Neighborhood Revitalization Program
1. Receive Citizen Comment
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STAFF CONTACT
Pat Laws - Grants Administrator - 704-866-3771
BUDGET IMPACT
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BUDGET ORDINANCE IMPACT
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BACKGROUND
A public hearing will be held on May 28, 2019 to receive citizen input relating to the housing, community and economic development needs of low and moderate income individuals residing in Gaston County. The County plans to submit an application to the NC Department of Commerce for a 2019 Community Development Block Grant under the NC Neighborhood Revitalization Program. Eligible uses of CDBG funds include: 1) infrastructure and public improvements that support existing housing in a designated area; 2) housing rehabilitation, relocation, substantial rehabilitation, reconstruction, replacement housing, and/or emergency repairs; 3) improvements to public facilities to address special needs; and 4) administration and planning costs.
Orientation Information will be provided at the first public hearing. The Program Administrator(s) will make a presentation which covers: (a) the total amount of CDBG funds available and the competitive basis for award; (b) the range of eligible activities; (c) the planning process and the schedule of meetings and hearings; (d) the role of citizens in the program and (e) a summary of other program requirements, such as the environmental policies, fair housing provisions and contracting procedures.
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