Department of Housing and Community Development Supports First Section 811 Project in Maryland April 29, 2016 ABINGDON, Md. (April 29, 2016) – Today, representatives from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development joined the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the Maryland Department of Disabilities, the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, Harford County Housing and Community Development, and other partners for the grand opening of the Riverwoods at Read the Rest… Comments Off on Department of Housing and Community Development Supports First Section 811 Project in Maryland
Dedication to Fair Housing Doesn’t End After April April 28, 2016 For the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, April is a month that holds special significance. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development observes this month as Fair Housing Month in recognition of the April 1968 passage of the Fair Housing Act, a title within the Civil Rights Act of 1968. The following Read the Rest… Comments Off on Dedication to Fair Housing Doesn’t End After April
Nearly 50 Baltimore Businesses Awarded Grants Via Governor’s Storefront Improvement Grant Program: $650,000 in Grant Awards Focus on Areas Affected by Civil Unrest April 27, 2016 Snake Hill, located in the Highlandtown neighborhood in Southeast Baltimore, was the recipient of a Neighborhood Business Works loan. The exterior is an example of the type of work that will be funded through the Storefront Improvement program, such as expanded storefront windows, new doors, lighting, painting and signage. BALTIMORE, MD – Today, the Maryland Read the Rest… Comments Off on Nearly 50 Baltimore Businesses Awarded Grants Via Governor’s Storefront Improvement Grant Program: $650,000 in Grant Awards Focus on Areas Affected by Civil Unrest
New Affiliate Program Helps State’s Smaller Towns and Communities Utilize Main Street Maryland Strategies April 14, 2016 The Town of Snow Hill is one of the first communities in the state to apply for the new Main Street Affiliate program. New Carrollton, MD – Designation as a Main Street Maryland community guarantees visitors an authentic taste of Maryland charm – historic architecture, boutique shops, theater, art galleries and one-of-a-kind dining. Twenty-eight carefully selected Maryland communities have Read the Rest… Comments Off on New Affiliate Program Helps State’s Smaller Towns and Communities Utilize Main Street Maryland Strategies
In Case You Missed It: Deputy Secretary Churchill Radio Interview April 13, 2016 On Monday, April 4, Deputy Secretary Ellington C. Churchill, Jr., was interviewed by Dr. Otis Cutler on WOLB 1010 AM. The Deputy Secretary spoke about the department’s role, mission, and programs with an emphasis on activity and programs in Baltimore City, including Project C.O.R.E. Listen to the interview below or on YouTube. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=baOZKTiZlDk&w=280&h=210] Comments Off on In Case You Missed It: Deputy Secretary Churchill Radio Interview
Mortgage Late? Don’t Wait! Helps Marylanders Struggling with Foreclosure April 12, 2016 Kelly Vaughn, the Director of Community Outreach for the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, has made it a mission to help Marylanders faced with foreclosure. Vaughn recalled an incident in 2009, not long after she’d been to her first Mortgage Late? Don’t Wait! clinic in her capacity as the director. In her enthusiasm, Read the Rest… Comments Off on Mortgage Late? Don’t Wait! Helps Marylanders Struggling with Foreclosure
Maryland’s Newest Sustainable Communities Put Spotlight on State’s Diversity, History, Quality of Life April 8, 2016 Main Street in the Town of North East is an example of the fine quality of life available in Maryland’s sustainable communities. New Carrollton, MD – Maryland’s newest sustainable communities are as diverse as the state itself. Cecil County, on the state’s Eastern Shore, boasts two of the newest additions: the town of Rising Sun and Read the Rest… Comments Off on Maryland’s Newest Sustainable Communities Put Spotlight on State’s Diversity, History, Quality of Life