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Official website for the City of Aurora, Illinois. Mayor Tom Weisner

Neighborhood Redevelopment

Mission Statement

To support the stabilization and revitalization of Aurora’s neighborhoods through management and development of programs and policies, identification of funding sources, and outreach to Aurora residents.

Major Functions

  1. Administer Aurora’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) entitlement from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
  2. Administer Aurora’s Home Investments Partnership Program (HOME-PJ) entitlement from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
  3. Administer additional federal, state, and local funding programs for neighborhood redevelopment as they become available.
  4. Update and maintain all plans as required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, through public engagement and community assessments.
  5. Provide technical and financial assistance for neighborhood revitalization strategies.
  6. Strengthen relationships with community partners, residents, and elected officials to optimize collaborative solutions for identified neighborhood challenges.