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Council approves HUD- and CDBG-funded lead abatement and minor-home-repair programs

5504344 · July 29, 2025
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Akron City Council approved continuation of a lead-abatement program funded by HUD/CDBG at $560,000 and a minor-home-repair program (CDBG) with up to $10,000 per property, estimated to assist 50–70 homes.

Akron City Council approved two ordinances to fund housing-related programs using HUD and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds.

Council approved an ordinance authorizing the mayor or his designee to contract with Rebuilding Together Northeast Ohio to continue the Lehi Safe Akron lead-abatement program. Councilman Fusco said the program is funded through HUD and CDBG for $560,000 “in pursuit of…

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