Shammas Malik

City Of Akron, Ohio Annual Action Plan 2026

The City of Akron, Ohio's Annual Action Plan for 2026 outlines strategies to address the housing needs of low-income and homeless families, and individuals with special needs. The plan focuses on eight key goals: housing rehabilitation, rental housing rehabilitation, homeless assistance, public services, public facilities and improvements, new housing construction, eliminating slum and blight, and economic development opportunities. These goals are supported by federal funding through the Community Development Block Grant, HOME Partnership Program, and Emergency Solutions Grant, aiming to develop viable communities by providing decent housing, suitable living environments, and economic opportunities for low and moderate-income persons.