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Guest Blog: Understanding the CDC Eviction Moratorium

Guest Blog: Understanding the CDC Eviction Moratorium

In early September, the CDC ordered a temporary halt in residential evictions to prevent the further spread of COVID-19. In the sweeping declaration, the CDC recognized that keeping people housed and preventing evictions is a vital social distancing measure and an integral part of any health strategy to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus.

This is a guest blog contributed by Carlie J. Boos, Executive Director of the Affordable Housing Alliance of Central Ohio. The information provided in this blog does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice; instead, all information, content, and materials are for general informational purposes only. If you or someone you know needs legal assistance, please visit OhioLegalHelp.org to find your nearest legal aid office.

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GOPC Updates Policy Platform, Shares Questions for Candidates at State, Federal Level

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GOPC Updates Policy Platform, Shares Questions for Candidates at State, Federal Level

We are living through an unprecedented time period which will create many challenges - and opportunities - for Ohio's legacy communities. Responding to this crisis has required leadership at all levels – federal, state and local.

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Pandemic could cause a change in transportation choices - are Ohio's streets ready?

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Pandemic could cause a change in transportation choices - are Ohio's streets ready?

Parks, multi-use trails, and neighborhood strolls have been an invaluable resource for many families and individuals feeling stir crazy after months of social distancing. COVID guidelines recommend leaving at least 6ft of space between yourself and others, a problem when most sidewalks are only 48in wide.

Michigan’s Redevelopment Ready Communities: a Smart, Sustainable Way for Municipal Redevelopment

Michigan’s Redevelopment Ready Communities: a Smart, Sustainable Way for Municipal Redevelopment

Redevelopment Ready Communities is a no-cost, technical assistance, statewide certification program that is open to all Michigan communities. The goal of the program is to help municipalities become development ready and economically competitive, “arming” cities with streamlined, efficient development processes and well-planned strategies for attracting redevelopment.

Ohio’s Small Legacy Cities Win National Award for Excellence in Small Town and Rural Planning

Ohio’s Small Legacy Cities Win National Award for Excellence in Small Town and Rural Planning

The Network works to advocate for shared policy goals and to promote learning among cities statewide. Stewarded by the Greater Ohio Policy Center, RCN actively works to identify, develop, and advocate for policies that support small legacy city revitalization and help communities transition to be fully competitive in the 21st Century economy.

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