A Youngstown 2010 Series Of Workshops:
Neighborhood Reinvestment: How To's
FINANCING NEIGHBORHOOD REINVESTMENT:
HOW DO CITIES DO IT?
Wednesday, September 27,
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Butler Museum of American Art
Wick Avenue
Youngstown, Ohio
Purpose: Focus on the role of city hall in shaping a menu of tools as incentives for potential developers and homeowners.Speakers:
Melissa Barry: Director of Housing and Community Development, Louisville, Ky., will discuss the strategies and policies that have contributed to strong investment in Louisville's neighborhoods.
Jerry Egan: Manager of Comprehensive Planning Division, City of Akron, Ohio, will discuss the menu of incentives and programs his city offers that have led to strong investment in Akron's neighborhoods.
Responders: Jason Whitehead, Mayor's Chief of Staff, City of Youngstown and Heather McMahon, Urban Design and Grants Coordinator, City of Warren.