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City of Gulfport to receive allocations to help with housing needs

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10 months ago

July 16, 2024

www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-07-16 11:48:43

SUMMARY: The US Department of Housing and Urban Development has allocated over a million dollars to the city of Gulfport, aimed at supporting low-income residents. The city will hold a public hearing to gather residents’ opinions on housing and supportive needs. Some residents believe the city isn’t sufficiently addressing issues like damaged homes and flooding. There are concerns over a misconception that Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds are being misallocated. City officials clarify that only authorized low-mod areas receive funds, which amount to around a million dollars annually. They stressed the money’s limitations and do not expect generating additional program income in 2024.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development says the city of Gulfport will receive money allocations, adding up to over a million dollars.

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