KENT COUNTY, MARYLAND
COUNTY COMMISSIONER'S

Community Development Block Grant

Housing Rehabilitation Project

Phase Two Closeout

A Public Hearing was held on Tuesday, June 25 at 9:45 a.m. in the County Commissioners' Hearing Room, County Government Center, Chestertown, Maryland for the purpose of receiving comments on the close-out of Phase Two, Federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) of the "Housing and Rehabilitation Project", which improved the homes of low/moderate income Kent County homeowners.

County Commissioners Larry B. Beck and W. Michael Newnam were in attendance as well as, Jack Canan, Housing and Community Development Coordinator, Kay Pinder-Almen, Administrative Aide, and members of the media. Ronald H. Fithian, was not in attendance due to his participation in the Maryland Municipal League conference.

The notice of public hearing was read into the record by Commissioner Newnam.

Mr. Canan provided the demographics relating to the thirteen households that have been the recipients of housing improvement assistance. Mr. Canan also provided a map noting the County-wide locations of rehabilitated homes including sewer connections, roof replacement, installation of indoor plumbing, etc. The amount of $149,000 was granted form the State for Phase Two out of the $300,000 originally requested.

A member of the media inquired as to the application process. Mr. Canan advised that if an applicant qualifies for assistance they are not turned down and are placed on a waiting list if circumstances are not life threatening. He also noted that Mrs. Pinder-Alman assists applicants in filling out low interest loan applications to ensure the process is complete.

Commissioner Newnam stated that the Mr. Canan and his staff deserve much credit for the services provided to the community.

This hearing was taped for reference and adjourned at 9:55 a.m.