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Council agrees to co-apply on Choice Neighborhood grant to redevelop north end housing
Summary
Council voted to join JMHA as a co-applicant on a Choice Neighborhood grant application that council and presenters estimated could bring roughly $26 million for housing redevelopment; the grant would require a 5% local cash match and cannot be used for infrastructure, presenters said.
Council voted unanimously to join as a co-applicant with JMHA for a Choice Neighborhood grant aimed at redeveloping north-end housing.
Melody McClurg, who presented the Choice Neighborhood plan, told council the HUD application contemplates a major redevelopment and discussed a grant application in the $20–$30 million range; council discussion referenced a $26 million award figure and staff explained the grant does not allow infrastructure spending but does require a 5% local match. Mr. Gorman urged support, saying, "We have an opportunity here as a city to get $26 million to revitalize the north end of our town." Mr. Mayo moved that the city join as a co-applicant; the motion passed on roll call with all ayes. Council members asked staff and the presenter to provide details on any expected city cash commitments and timelines before final acceptance of awards.
