3-Housing Authority Monroe Co Section 3 Policy.pdf

The document is a Section 3 Policy document for the Housing Authority of Monroe County, outlining economic opportunities for public housing residents and low- to very-low income persons. The policy establishes guidelines for implementing Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968, which aims to leverage federal housing funds to create training, employment, and business opportunities for residents of public housing and low-income communities in Monroe County. The policy sets specific goals, including a target of 30% of new hires and trainees being Section 3 residents, and contract awards of 10% for construction contracts and 3% for non-construction contracts to Section 3 business concerns.

The policy provides comprehensive definitions and compliance requirements for recipients of Section 3 covered assistance, including how businesses and residents can qualify for Section 3 status. It outlines detailed procedures for notifying potential candidates about job and contracting opportunities, including posting job advertisements on the Housing Authority website and local papers. The document includes complaint procedures, database management strategies, and forms for resident and business self-certification. The policy emphasizes the Housing Authority's commitment to directing economic opportunities to low-income residents and businesses, with specific provisions for tracking and reporting Section 3 program activities and maintaining compliance with federal regulations.