Salem's Draft Action Plan Available for Review

Salem, MA - Salem Mayor Kimberley Driscoll announced the availability of the City of Salem’s Draft Action Plan for Fiscal Year 2017 (July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2017), which outlines priority activities for anticipated Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) funding. This funding, provided through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), assists income-eligible households and low- to moderate-income neighborhoods through a variety of programs, services and improvements. The draft plan translates into action the goals and strategies established in the 5-Year Consolidated Plan, which was completed following an extensive public participation process in 2015, and considers comments received at an initial public hearing held on January 21, 2016.

Mayor Driscoll stated, "CDBG and HOME funds continue to be integral to Salem in providing affordable housing, maintaining suitable living environments and creating economic opportunities. Activities proposed include our essential core programs for families and businesses, as well as selected neighborhood improvements.”

The plans are available for a 30 day comment period beginning which began on March 23, 2016. During this period, a public hearing will be held on Thursday, April 7, 2016 in the third floor conference room at 120 Washington Street at 6:00 p.m. The purpose is to provide an opportunity for Salem residents, businesses and organizations to comment on the draft plan. Interested parties may also provide written comment addressed to the City of Salem Department of Planning and Community Development (DPCD) by noon onApril 22, 2016. Copies of the Draft Plan is available for review at the Salem Public Library, Salem Housing Authority and at the DPCD. The plan is also available for download at www.salem.com. The final plans will be submitted to HUD by May 15, 2016.