"The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has long supported projects in Maine that benefit low-income individuals who are most in need," said Senators Snowe and Collins. "Among other things, this recent funding will help to decrease lead-based paint hazards for residents who cannot afford to address this urgent health concern."
Funding is allocated as follows:
$3,000,000 to the Maine State Housing Authority for identifying and controlling lead-based paint hazards in eligible low-income privately owned housing. $398,824 to the Four Directions Development Corporation for rural housing and economic development $198,400 to the Cobscook Bay Resource Center to develop a marketing co-operative $120,280 to the Gulf of Maine Research Institute for facilities construction and renovation in Portland $96,224 to the City of Lewiston for renovation of a public theater $36,882 to the Bangor Housing Authority for operating expenses to Public Housing Authorities that demonstrate accomplishments in helping their residents to become self-sufficient and less dependent on long-term housing assistance
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funds private housing developments to assist in housing opportunities for low income residents. HUD provides rental assistance to approximately 1.5 million low-income households. It also funds community revitalization projects to meet local needs and expand opportunities for Americans.
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