Residents of Dakota County will soon get the chance to voice their opinions on local housing and community development needs. The Dakota County Board of Commissioners has announced a public hearing slated for April 23 at 9:00 a.m., where community members can submit their comments on the upcoming fiscal year's action plan, as per a statement on the city's official website.
Details about the hearing were released on the Dakota County Administration Center's notice board and online, cluing in residents on the opportunity to weigh in on how federal funds should be used to support affordable housing and community services. The County Board Room, located at 1590 West Highway 55 in Hastings, MN, will open its doors for this key discussion on the allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Programs funds.
Those unable to attend the hearing in person can still submit their comments and concerns via email to [email protected] before the hearing date. Additional information regarding the Annual Action Plan can be obtained by reaching out to Maggie Dykes at the Dakota County Community Development Agency (CDA), as was indicated on the City of Apple Valley's official website.
For those with an eye on how government funds are spent, the County has made documents related to the proposed uses of the 2024 CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds available for review. They’re accessible on the Dakota County CDA website, and also on the County website. The CDA has committed to accommodating those with special needs by providing information in alternate formats, upon request, an act that underscores the County's commitment to inclusivity and transparent governance.
