Community Action
Kent County Community Action Advisory Governing Board
Thursday, January 25, 2021 @ 12:00pm
Pursuant to MCL 15.263a(1)(a), the Kent County Housing Commission of the Kent County Board
of Commissioners will conduct its meeting via electronic communications to protect the Public
Health. Any member of the public wishing to listen to the proceedings or provide public
comment may do so by using the following internet connection or phone numbers and pass code
below. Closed Captioning is available via an internet connection. Those wishing to provide input
or ask questions in advance of the meeting regarding business to come before the committee
may submit the input or questions to susan.cervantes@kentcountymi.gov.
Anyone disrupting the meeting by using offensive language or actions may
be removed.
Join Online
Go to: https://kentcountymi.zoom.us/j/97973235213?pwd=WkNmeURsMHFqdUEyR1krNTFvLzMrdz09
Meeting ID: 979 7323 5213
Passcode: 366191
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Take the Survey Here!Mission Statement
Developing Communities. Expanding Opportunity. Improving Lives.
We work to eliminate the causes and circumstances of poverty by investing in individuals and families with low incomes. Through dedicated staff and community partnerships we provide services, resources, education and advocacy to improve the quality of life for all residents of Kent County.
The Community Action Division focuses on meeting emergency needs such as, but not limited to, food, utility assistance, housing, transportation and socialization for residents of Kent County. Additionally, we assist with areas of self-sufficiency, medical insurance enrollment, tax preparation and information and referral services.
Documents
- 2019 Community Needs Assessment
- 2019 CAA Annual Report
- 2019 CSBG Community Action Plan
- 2017-2021 Public Housing Authority 5-Year Plan
- 2019 Kent County Housing Commission Administrative Plan
- 2019 Community Development Annual Action Plan
- 2018 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report
- 2016-2020 Community Development Regional Consolidated Plan
- DRAFT 2021-2025 Consolidated Housing and Community Development 5-Year Plan
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