The Community Development Department in Paden City is dedicated to fostering sustainable growth and enhancing the quality of life for its residents. The department is organized into two key divisions: Economic Development and Neighborhood and Community Development. Additionally, it provides support to the city’s Human Rights Commission.

Economic Development Division

Mission:

Helping Paden City Reach Its Potential

Purpose:

Promote, develop, and advance the business prosperity and economic welfare of the citizens of Paden City.

Key Functions:

• Develop and propose economic development plans.
• Identify and leverage opportunities for business expansion and investment.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to support economic initiatives.

Members:

There are 8 members but can expand to 12 members based upon interest.

Cork Bowen President, Chuck Fiest Vice President, Secretary/Treasurer – Open, (Cork Bowen is currently acting in that capacity.) Bill Bell Council Representative, Gary Cardelein, Eric Danielson, Bob Sellers, Kelly Sine, Richard Wright and Clyde Hochstrasser ex-officio and non-voting member.

Meetings:

Regular monthly meetings are held on the 2nd Monday of each month at 7 p.m. in room 22 of the Health & Recreation Building. All meetings are open to the public.

Neighborhood and Community Development Division

Goal:
The Neighborhood and Community Development Division is responsible for coordinating and overseeing programs that enhance neighborhood quality and address community needs. This division manages various federal, state, and other grant programs aimed at improving housing, infrastructure, and community services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer federal grant programs such as Brownfields, CDBG, and HOME.
• Oversee neighborhood revitalization projects and community improvement efforts.
• Facilitate planning and coordination of community development activities.

Additional Services

Support to Human Rights Commission:
The department also provides staffing and administrative support to the city’s Human Rights Commission, ensuring that issues related to human rights and equal opportunity are addressed effectively.

Contact Us:
For more information on community development initiatives, programs, and how you can get involved, please contact:

Paden City Community Development Department
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Email: [Insert Email Address]

Visit Us:
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