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An Update for Our Community
On May 14, 2021 Governor Walz signed an executive order to end Minnesota’s statewide mask requirement, aligning Minnesota with new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance on face coverings.
With masks coming off we are excited to enter our new normal! We were able to meet or exceed client service expectations during the pandemic, so while we figure out the next stage, please continue to call, email, mail, or use the drop box. Some services available by appointment.
As the owner and operator of over 1,100 units of affordable housing throughout Washington County, we play a critical role ensuring that all our neighbors have a good, safe, and decent place to call home. But community development goes beyond housing. From facilitating the growth of small businesses to funding critical services for the homeless.
COVID-19 Assistance & Resources
Washington County received money from the federal government through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, or CARES Act, to assist small businesses, homeowners, and renters.
What We Offer The Community
Whether it’s locating resources for your growing business, finding an affordable rental for your growing family, buying your first home, or getting help to keep or improve the one you’ve already got, our services are free and available to all Washington county residents.
Open to Business
We’ve been thrilled with the response across Washington County to Open to Business (OTB) – our collaboration with the Metropolitan Consortium of Community Developers (MCCD) to help small and growing businesses secure access to free technical assistance and critical loans to help them flourish.
- $1.7 million
in investment leveraged in 2018 - 125
entrepreneurial clients served - 96%
are likely to recommend OTB services to others
Homeowners looking for COVID-19 related assistance
COVID Assistance Relief for Homeownership Program (CARH)
Rental tenants looking for COVID-19 related assistance
Financial Relief available for Washington County Renters - Application Deadline is Friday, November 13, 2020
A separate program providing rental assistance will be administered by Washington County’s Community Services Department. Please call Economic Support intake line: 651.430.6459 or HOST Housing line 651.430.6488.
Meeting Minutes
Our Board of Commissioners meets for regular meetings at 3 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held in the board room at the CDA office, 7645 Currell Blvd., Woodbury.
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