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Public Notice

PUBLIC HEARING

The City of Philippi will hold a public hearing on Friday, February 4, 2022, 10:00 a.m. at Philippi City Hall, 344 South Main Street, Philippi, WV. The City is considering submitting an application to the State of West Virginia Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. The purpose of the hearing is to obtain information on the community development and housing needs including the needs of the low-and moderate-income persons of City of Philippi. All interested persons are urged to attend.

The State of West Virginia expects to receive $14 million from HUD for the FY2022 CDBG Program; $5 million in HOME Investment Partnership Program; $3 million in Housing Trust Fund; $1.6 million in Emergency Solutions Grant; and $577,000 in Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS. These funds will be distributed to communities throughout the State for eligible community development projects which meet the national objective of 51% benefit to low and moderate-income persons or elimination of slum and blight.

This hearing will be an opportunity for interested citizens to express their views on a potential application to be submitted by the City of Philippi for CDBG funds. Written comments will be received by the City of Philippi, PO Box 460, Philippi, WV 26416 until February 4, 2022 for those unable to attend.

The City of Philippi is an equal opportunity employer and takes steps to affirmatively further fair housing. Language assistance for persons who have limited English proficiency will be made available with advanced notice. Special accommodations will be made available with advanced notice. Please contact Jeremy Drennen at (304)457-3700 prior to February 3, 2022, to ensure that your needs will be accommodated.
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