City Government - Development

You have reached the Office of Development of the City of Canton, Ohio.  This cabinet-level office, led by Development Director Fonda Williams, is responsible for overseeing Economic, Community (Housing), Planning, and Youth Development of the city. 

The Office of Development is responsible for the following functions:
(If linked, click the name of each department to be taken to its page)

• Economic/Business Development
  
• Community/Housing Development
• Planning
• Youth Development
  

To contact the Office of Development and/or the Development Director, please use the information listed to your right.

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Department of Development Notice of Funding Availability of Funding

Application for Safe Neighborhood Partnership Grant Program

The Department of Development has released the application for the Safe Neighborhood Partnership Grant Program, available by clicking here.

The objective of the Safe Neighborhood Partnership Grant Program is to encourage official neighborhood associations to identify projects that will enhance safety, improve security, and address crime prevention in neighborhoods throughout Canton.  The program is also intended to bring people together within their neighborhoods, provide creative solutions to enhance safety, and improve the quality of life for families.

Eligible projects will be those that are determined to improve the overall safety of Canton neighborhoods.  Only tangible enhancement projects will be considered for funding.  Examples of eligible projects may include but are not limited to:

• Neighborhood Police Patrols
• Cameras
• Public Safety Initiatives (i.e. Neighborhood Watch groups)
• After School Educational Programs (i.e. Gang Awareness)
• Elminination of Slum and Blight (i.e. graffiti removal, demolition, clean ups)
• Major Communication/Media Resources (i.e. neighborhood association website)
• Safety Training (i.e. self-defense classes, fire safety training, flashlights, fire alarms, carbon monoxide alarms, first aid kits, 911-only cell phones for seniors)
• Youth Safety (i.e. bike locks, helmets, cyclist vests)

Applications are due to the Department of Development by 1:00 on May 31, 2012.

Applications are available at the Department of Development and are available for download by clicking here.

 

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“Requests for Proposals” (RFP’s) for Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funds released.

All interested parties must submit the enclosed RFP to the City no later than­ 12:00 noon May 9, 2012.  The total amount of grant funds available is $71,350 for HESG FY2011 Phase II / $226,606 for HESG FY2012.

Click here to download the application.

Click here to download ESG record keeping requirements.

Canton’s Priority for FY2011 Phase II

1.     Homeless Management Information System (HMIS)

2.     Homeless Prevention

3.     Administration

Total 2011 HESG funding $71,350

Canton’s Priority for FY2012

1.     HMIS

2.     Homeless Prevention

3.     Administration

4.     Essential Services

5.     Operating Costs

6.     Renovation

Total 2012 HESG funding $226,606

Mandatory Criteria for Funding

#         Must have an immediate need for funds, as 50% of 2011 funds must be expended within 6 months of the execution of the contract and remaining funds must be expended by March 31, 2013.  2012 funds must be expended by December 31, 2013.

#         All expenditures must meet these deadlines or will be withdrawn

#         Must have a current 501(c)(3) designation from the Internal Revenue Service

#         Must have a Letter of Good Standing from the State of Ohio for 2011

#         Must be an active participant in the Stark County Homeless Collaborative

#         Shelters must be located in the City of Canton and serve Canton residents

#         Must agree to be subject to all HUD required reporting and monitoring requirements

#         Attendance or participation in worship of any kind may not be used as part of the criteria for participation in the shelter or services provided

#     Must agree to provide demographic date prior to receipt of reimbursement

Applications that do not meet the above minimum criteria will not be considered for funding

Applications will be scored based on established criteria and awards will be made to those with the highest scores.

Sealed applications must be received no later than May 2, 2012 and awards will be made on or before May 15, 2012 with all contracts being delivered no later than June 15, 2012.

Click here to download application.

Click here to download record keeping requirements.

Please direct any questions to Renee Biggums at 330-438-4117.

 

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Department of Development Notice of Funding Availability of Funding

Guidelines for Safe Neighborhood Partnership Grant Program

The Department of Development has released guidelines for the Safe Neighborhood Partnership Grant Program, available by clicking here.

The objective of the Safe Neighborhood Partnership Grant Program is to encourage official neighborhood associations to identify projects that will enhance safety, improve security, and address crime prevention in neighborhoods throughout Canton.  The program is also intended to bring people together within their neighborhoods, provide creative solutions to enhance safety, and improve the quality of life for families.

Eligible projects will be those that are determined to improve the overall safety of Canton neighborhoods.  Only tangible enhancement projects will be considered for funding.  Examples of eligible projects may include but are not limited to:

• Neighborhood Police Patrols
• Cameras
• Public Safety Initiatives (i.e. Neighborhood Watch groups)
• After School Educational Programs (i.e. Gang Awareness)
• Elminination of Slum and Blight (i.e. graffiti removal, demolition, clean ups)
• Major Communication/Media Resources (i.e. neighborhood association website)
• Safety Training (i.e. self-defense classes, fire safety training, flashlights, fire alarms, carbon monoxide alarms, first aid kits, 911-only cell phones for seniors)
• Youth Safety (i.e. bike locks, helmets, cyclist vests)

Applications will be made available online or at the Department of Development on May 1, 2012.

Click here to download the full Notice of Availability of Funding.

 

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City of Canton FY 2011 and FY 2012 Annual Action Plan

Emergency Solutions Grant Substantial Amendment

The City of Canton Department of Development (DOD), has prepared a draft substantial amendment to the 2011 and 2012 City of Canton Consolidated Plan, One Year Action Plan for the City of Canton’s Emergency Solutions Grant program.

Announcements regarding the public hearing and public comment period were published in the Canton Repository on April 13, 2012.  The public comment period will be April 13, 2012 through April 30, 2012.
A copy of the Substantial Amendment is on file for public review in the Department of Development,  5th Floor, City Hall.  It may be reviewed Monday through Friday between the hours of 8 am to 4 pm.  Any comments received will be taken under advisement. 

Canton City Council will take final action on the proposal after April 27, 2012.

In accordance with the requirements of 24CFR Part 91, as amended by the Interim Rule, the City of Canton has consulted with the Stark County Homeless Council to discuss the 2011 Phase II allocation and 2012 allocation.

Canton’s Priority for 2011 Phase II
1.    Homeless Management Information System (HMIS)
2.    Homeless Prevention
3.    Administration
Total 2011 ESG funding $71,350

Canton’s Priority for FY2012
        1.    Homeless Prevention
        2.    Renovation
        3.    Essential Services
        4.    Operating Costs
        5.    HMIS
        6.    Administration
Total 2012 HESG funding $226,606

Homeless Prevention Services are available only to persons below 30% area median income  who are at imminent risk of becoming homeless

Click here to view the Emergency Solutions Grant substantial amendment.

Comments may be sent to:
Fonda Williams
Director of  Development
5^th Floor City Hall
218 Cleveland Ave SW
Canton Ohio 44702

 

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Department of Development HOME RFP Awards

The Department of Development has awarded HOME funds to two projects based on the recent Request for Proposals:

Habitat for Humanity: $204,000 for new construction of six single-family units. 

Freed Housing Corporation: $186,000 for Phase I of new construction of six single-family units to house veterans and their families.

 

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2011 CAPER

The Department of Development has submitted the 2011 CAPER annual report to the Department of Housing and Urban Development. 

Click here to view the 2011 CAPER.

Comments may be sent to:
Fonda Williams
Director of  Development
5^th Floor City Hall
218 Cleveland Ave SW
Canton Ohio 44702

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City of Canton Department of Development draft HOME Policy Manual

The City of Canton Department of Development has submitted a draft HOME Policy Manual to the Department of Housing and Urban Development.  To view the draft manual, click on the links below:

Click here to view the draft HOME Policy Manual Table of Contents

Click here to view the draft HOME Policy Manual

Click here to view the Residential Rehabilitation Standards

Comments may be sent to:
Fonda Williams
Director of Community Development and Planning
5^th Floor City Hall
218 Cleveland Ave SW
Canton Ohio 44702

 

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2012 Annual Action Plan

The Department of Development has submitted its 2012 Annual Action Plan to the Department of Housing and Urban Development.  Click here to view the plan.

Comments may be sent to:
Fonda Williams
Director of Community Development and Planning
5^th Floor City Hall
218 Cleveland Ave SW
Canton Ohio 44702

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PUBLIC NOTICE

In 2010, the City of Canton (City) requested and received a Release of Funds (ROF) from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).  The request and release were the result of a Tier One Environmental Impact Study (EIS) for the use of HUD funds for various projects including Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) activities, HOME projects, and the Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP).  That EIS announced there were no significant impacts occurring as a result of the various projected activities and programs.

CONTINUATION OF PROGRAMS

Now the City desires to continue the use of HOME funds with the construction of new homes in the Georgeview Estates allotment.  The project consists of six (6) new homes which will be constructed with "green" standards and have a projected total cost of $810,000.

FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT

The City has determined this project will not have detrimental impact on the surrounding area nor the City as a whole.  This was determined after conducting a Tier Two review of the site and project.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

The Tier Two report is available for review in the Department of Planning, 5th Floor, Canton City Hall, 218 Cleveland Avenue SW between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM Monday through Friday until November 30, 2011. Persons with comments may submit them to the same location and those comments will be made a part of the environmental review and if warranted, acted upon accordingly.

This is being done in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 and other HUD guidelines.

The City certifies to HUD that William J. Healy II as Mayor consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if would be brought to enforce redponsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and said responsibilities have been satisfied.

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GLOBAL CALL CENTER APPLICATION

The Department of Economic Development is currently working with a global call center looking for potential employees in the city.  If you are interested, fill out the application found here and send to:

The Employment Source
Attn: JoAnn Breedlove
822 30th NW
Canton, OH    44709

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Public Review/Comment Solicitation
NSP 3 Substantial Amendment

Click this link to review the City of Canton's proposed
Programmatic Agreement with OHPO.

Click below for DRGR Quarterly Reports:

April 1 2009 thru June 30 2009.pdf

July 1 2009 thru Sept 30 2009.pdf

Oct 1 2009 thru Dec 31 2009.pdf

Jan 1 2010 thru Mar 31 2010.pdf

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