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Union City backs Erie County comprehensive housing plan

Union City Borough Council · September 16, 2024
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Summary

The council approved a resolution supporting Erie County’s new countywide comprehensive housing plan, which will use MAP grant funding and Act 137 deed-transfer funds to address affordable housing; the motion carried unanimously.

Union City Borough Council voted to approve a resolution supporting Erie County’s effort to prepare a countywide comprehensive housing plan that aims to improve housing quality and affordability. The minutes say the county will use MAP grant funding and Act 137 (affordable housing deed-transfer funds) to develop recommendations.

Councilors noted the borough has had residents submit applications for Act 137 funds, which are awarded based on income. Councilor Osborn moved approval and Councilor Steadman seconded; the motion carried unanimously.