Dougherty County agrees to pursue Georgia Initiative for Community Housing application

Jun 29, 2026

County leaders agreed to prepare a letter of intent (due July 10) and an application (due July 31) to join the Georgia Initiative for Community Housing; staff will identify a team and roles and seek county support during submission.

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Barbara Reddick of the Southwest Georgia Regional Commission and Planning Director Paul Forgey briefed the commission on the Georgia Initiative for Community Housing (GICH), saying participation can help bring projects to the community and give additional points on grant applications. Commissioners agreed the county should submit a letter of intent and assemble an application team; the letter of intent is due July 10 and the full application is due July 31.

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