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Roswell seeks comments on grant spending

By Pat Fox
June 16, 2011

The City of Roswell will hold a public hearing at 7 p.m. June 27 at City Hall to receive comments before drafting its 2012 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan. The 2012 Action Plan identifies how some $417,000 in federal grant funds will be used to develop the community by providing decent housing, a suitable living environment and opportunities to expand economic opportunities primarily for low to moderate income persons.

Additionally, a 30-day comment period will be held through July 8.

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