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DeKalb commissioners create Affordable Housing Fund, direct staff to return plan by January
Summary
After months of community advocacy, the board approved a county Affordable Housing Fund with an annual general‑fund allocation up to 2% and direction for staff to produce program guidelines and hold community listening sessions; board emphasized priority for lower‑income households and collaborative governance.
The DeKalb County Board of Commissioners on Nov. 10 approved a substitute resolution establishing an Affordable Housing Fund, directing staff to prepare program guidelines and convene community engagement before any funds are spent.
Commissioner Michelle Long Spears (Presiding Officer) and Commissioner Messiah led the legislative effort. Director Ferguson (Planning & Sustainability) told the board the substitute replaces the word ‘‘trust’’ with…
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