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PUBLIC/COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAM - This program provides
funds to existing or new organizations, to create or expand programs focused in target
area community services and eligible neighborhood improvements.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT - Funds will be used to continue to
promote Economic Development Program activities to address the need for sustainable
employment opportunities.
PUBLIC FACILITIES - This program provides funds to assist
City departments on eligible Target Area projects. Such projects are addition or
replacement of capital items, particularly in essential services areas like Parks and
Recreation. Project must benefit low and moderate-income residents and include, but are
not limited to, acquisition, construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation, or
installation of public facilities and improvements.
TENANT/LANDLORD COUNSELING - This program provides assistance
to either tenants or landlords in their disputes. Printed material is available at
112 South 8th Street or one can call 575-6101 to discuss whatever situation in
tenant/landlord dealings. The personnel cannot give legal advice but can explain steps to
help reach agreement or supply phone number for further help.
GRAFFITI PROGRAM - - In 1999 the new Mayor
Mary Place designated the month of April as "Paint Out Graffiti
Month". Every April, ONDS purchased paint, brushes, buckets and
other supplies, and then, with the help of local paint contractors, volunteers
went through pre-designated sections of the city and painted over graffiti.
For five years volunteers were diligent to paint over the graffiti but
it would eventually come back through the summer, fall and winter months.
After equipping and supplying the vehicle with many donations, the graffiti
program was well under way.
See: 5-year trend statistics
Should you be interested in donating or volunteering, please call Orville Otto, Senior Programs Supervisor, at 575-6101.
COMMUNITY HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION (CHDO) - A Community Housing Development
Organization is a private nonprofit, community-based organization that has obtained or intends to
obtain staff with the capacity to develop affordable housing for the community it serves.
LOT ACQUISITION PROGRAM - This program provides funds to purchase lots for future projects.
Lots must be in the City of Yakima Target Area. To be eligible:
- Lots must be residential zone or rezoned.
- Lots must be vacant or have substandard dwellings.
- Development must start within 12 months of purchase.
- Land may be acres and subdivided into lots.
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