County commission accepts $3.8M in federal funding
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners voted on May 18 to accept $3.8 million in HOME funds from the federal American Rescue Plan. The funds will be used for rental assistance and to support the construction and rehabilitation of housing.
The board also voted to amend Lee County’s 2019 and 2020 Annual Action Plans to ensure the timely expenditure of funds for non-profit capital and infrastructure improvements, as well as increased outreach in response to community needs due to COVID-19.
Additionally, Lee County will amend the 2020 Annual Action Plan to reflect the increase in HUD funding distributed to its municipalities. Funding provided to municipalities is based on the entitlement formula from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
The amendments also transfer funding to programs to support the Homeless Resource Day Center operated by The Salvation Army, which offers wrap-around services for individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness.
Lee County Human & Veterans Services serves as a collaborative hub for resources — federal, state, local, private and non-profit — designated to aid residents through supportive programs and services.
For more information, visit www.leegov.com/dhs or call the help line at 239-533-7996.