A three-bedroom home that sat vacant for nearly six months in a
south Arlington neighborhood is now owned and occupied by a family
of four thanks to federal stimulus money authorized by Congress and
administered by the City.
The Nguyen family is the first in Arlington to purchase a home
through the Neighborhood Stabilization Program, which is aimed at
stabilizing U.S. neighborhoods in target areas where foreclosure
rates are highest.
To date, Arlington has received $2 million to be used to acquire and
rehabilitate foreclosed or abandoned homes.
Mayor Robert Cluck joined the family in their driveway for a ribbon
cutting ceremony today. They were joined by realtors, new neighbors
and representatives from the Arlington Housing Authority and U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Following presentations of flowers and gifts to supporters, City
Council member Sheri Capehart proudly welcomed the Nguyen family to
District 2.
Through an interpreter, the family thanked all for helping to make
their dream of homeownership come true. Through the NSP program,
Community Services Assistant Director David Zappasodi said seven
more Arlington families will soon close on their new home. About 14
additional families are in the application process. To learn more
about the Neighborhood Stabilization Program,
click here.
Community Services Connects with Mt. Olive Baptist Church
Community Services Educator, Chris Huff, coordinated a community meeting held at
Mt. Olive Baptist Church. This successful event helped connect and engage
citizens and staff while strengthening partnerships throughout the city. View
photos of the event
Play Day 2009 - Vote To Improve Our Playspace
Click below to vote for Misenheimer Play Day & EcoFest. Vote
Now!
Arlington Housing Authority Executive Director, David Zappasodi is Named a
NAHRO Fellow
The National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO) awarded
David Zappasodi the prestigious honor of being named a NAHRO Fellow for his many
years of experience, mastery, and knowledge in the field of housing and
community development. View slide show of the award presentation (ppt) Visit the Arlington Housing Authority Website
Cities Aggregation Power
Project Learn about electricity prices and their impact on Texas
communities and residents. Visit
the CAPP web site
Floodplain Information Every year, flooding causes hundreds of millions of dollars
worth of damage to homes and businesses around the country.
Visit
the web page
Weatherization Assistance Program
The City of Arlington has been awarded Department of Energy funds through
the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs to implement a
weatherization program. The program will help income eligible households make
improvements to their homes to increase the energy efficiency and lower utility
bills. Visit
the WAP web page
Animal Services Receives a Special Donation for Pet Food
The Animal Services Center and the sheltered animals wish to thank
Mr. Murrell of the John Murrell Foundation of Dallas for his
generous donation of $5,000 towards the purchase of quality pet
food. The sheltered animals are on a special diet to help keep them
as healthy as possible. Additional help is needed. You can help feed
the animals by contacting Nature's Select Pet Food of Fort Worth to
get food at special shelter rates delivered to the Arlington Animal
Services Center. Your support will be grrr-eatly appreciated!
Read
more about Mr. Murrell's donation Read
more about making a donation
Memorial Bricks Now Available at
the New Animal Services Center When you purchase a brick,
you are creating a lasting memory for a family member, friend, or
animal. Each brick is just $100! Brick
ordering instructions (pdf) Brick
order form (pdf)
Alternatives to Foreclosure Information
about alternatives to foreclosure and other available resources for both
homeowners and lenders is available at the following links. Homeowner
Foreclosure Resources Alternatives
to foreclosure
View Photos of Animals Currently at the Animal Services
Center
Are you looking for a lost pet? Visit the new web site
dedicated to helping residents reunite with missing family
pets. View
Animals currently in Shelter
GOcard Discount Zone Hey Kids! Save money by showing your GOcard at local
participating businesses. Each month select businesses are
offering a discount at their location, all you have to do is
show your GOcard at the time you are paying your bill.
Please note, the addresses listed are the only locations
participating. Thank you to these Arlington businesses for
supporting the GOcard campaign through their partnership. Read
the message
City Management Staff
Recruited as Code Rangers
The management team from all city departments
partnered by attending a training class and
joining the Code Ranger team to help with
reinvigorating neighborhoods. Register
to attend an upcoming training class
Leaf and Grass Clipping
Maintenance
Did you know that grass clippings and tree
leaves swept or blown into streets pollute storm
drains? Help protect our waterways. Read
more
The Who, What, When and Where about Group Homes
Group Homes or "Personal Care Facilities" are a part of our neighborhoods and
community and their existence is protected by state and federal laws. Learn more
about rules, regulations and requirements for group homes by visiting the link
below. Group
Home Information Page
Commuter Bus Service Through a partnership with
the City of Arlington, the Fort Worth Transportation Authority (the
T) will be offering non-stop commuter bus service... Read more
Going Green in Arlington Learn more about city strategies for a clean, green Arlington. Visit
the new Going Green Website launched today by the Office of
Communication. View the new
Going Green in Arlington web site
L.E.A.F. Making Arlington
Greener!
Let's Enhance Arlington's Forest is an urban
forestry initiative designed to bring quality,
free trees to neighborhoods, businesses and
public open spaces in Arlington. Check out the L.E.A.F. Webpage!.
Multi-Family Inspection
Scores Now Available Online
The Community Services Department will post
annual property inspections (API) scores for
apartment communities, extended stay
hotel/motels and triplex/quadplex properties
online. A score of 70 or higher is passing. View
results of recent inspections (pdf) View
the API Checklist (pdf)
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