Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Get email alerts on the Housing topic
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Union City backs Erie County comprehensive housing plan using MAP and Act 137 funds
Summary
Council approved a resolution supporting Erie County's effort to develop a new countywide comprehensive housing plan using MAP grant money and Act 137 Affordable Housing Act funds derived from deed transfers; several borough residents have applied for Act 137 funds based on income.
Council voted to approve a resolution supporting Erie County's completion of a new countywide comprehensive housing plan. Councilor Osborn moved to approve and Councilor Steadman seconded; the motion carried unanimously.
The minutes state the primary goal is to develop recommendations to improve quality and affordable housing in Erie County. The county will use MAP grant funding and Act 137 funds derived from housing deed transfers to support the effort. The minutes also note that several Union City residents have submitted Act 137 applications based on income; the council's vote was a local expression of support for the county-led planning effort.
