Summary

The Department of Housing and Urban Development's Public and Indian Housing Office awarded $353,059 to the Dayton Metropolitan Housing Authority under the Public Housing Operating Fund (CFDA 14.850) formula grant program, effective January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2032. This award provides operating subsidies to support the day-to-day operational and maintenance expenses of public housing in Dayton, Ohio, serving low-income families, elderly residents, and persons with disabilities.

The funding supports critical activities including property management and operations, routine and preventative maintenance, anti-crime and security initiatives, energy costs, resident supportive services, insurance, debt service, and administrative expenses required under the U.S. Housing Act of 1937. As part of the broader $5 billion Public Housing Operating Fund program serving approximately 6,000 housing authorities nationwide, these operating subsidies enable the Dayton Metropolitan Housing Authority to maintain adequate service levels and operating reserves for its public housing portfolio while providing safe and affordable housing solutions to its residents.