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Federal HOME-ARP Program
The Federal HOME-ARP program provides a total of $5 billion to assist individuals or households who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, and other vulnerable populations. It is funded through The American Rescue Plan (ARP). The funding can be used to provide housing, rental assistance, non-congregate shelter, and/or supportive services. The city of St. Joseph is slated to receive $1,337,926 in HOME-ARP funding to address homelessness and increase housing.
The City of St. Joseph has completed a thorough gaps analysis and needs assessment as part of its planning for HOME-ARP funds. As part of the efforts, the city requested feedback from stakeholders and community members in developing a draft Allocation Plan to determine how to spend the HOME-ARP funds. The draft HOME-ARP Allocation Plan (PDF) for the city of St. Joseph is now available to view.
To can share your thoughts about the Draft HOME-ARP Allocation Plan, please complete the online questionnaire or pick up paper copy of the survey in the Community Development office, located in room 101B at City Hal. The questionnaire is open to everyone in the St. Joseph and will be available through May 17, 2022.
Public Hearing
The city of St. Joseph will be holding a public hearing, May 3, 3-5pm in the 1st floor conference room at City Hall, 1100 Frederick Avenue. Stakeholders and community members are invited to comment on the draft version of the HOME-ARP plan.