9-Housing Authority Monroe Co Section 3 Policy.pdf

This document is a Section 3 Policy document from the Housing Authority of Monroe County, detailing economic opportunities for public housing residents and low- and very-low income persons. The policy outlines the Housing Authority's commitment to leverage federal housing funds into training, employment, and business opportunities for residents of Monroe County, particularly those living in public housing developments or receiving housing assistance. The Section 3 Program aims to provide economic opportunities by directing a portion of hiring, training, and contracting to qualified residents and businesses.

The policy establishes specific numerical goals, including targeting 30% of new hires and trainees to be Section 3 residents, and allocating 10% of construction contract dollars and 3% of non-construction contract dollars to Section 3 business concerns. Eligible businesses include those that are 51% owned by Section 3 residents or have at least 30% of their permanent, full-time workforce comprised of Section 3 residents. The policy provides detailed definitions of Section 3 residents (public housing residents or low-income individuals) and establishes comprehensive procedures for notifying residents of opportunities, maintaining a database of eligible residents and businesses, and ensuring compliance with the program's requirements.