Fayetteville Today

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. - The Fayetteville Metropolitan Housing Authority (FMHA), the Urban Strategies team, and city officials are inviting members of the Murchison corridor community to a meeting on January 25th to review a grant application for the implementation of the Murchison Choice Neighborhood plan. The meeting will take place at Seabrook Auditorium on the campus of Fayetteville State University at 6 p.m.

The Murchison Choice Neighborhood plan is part of the Choice Neighborhood Initiative, which is HUD's signature affordable housing program. The initiative aims to rebuild distressed housing while also investing in the neighborhood, people, and housing at various income levels. This grant opportunity will provide funds, potentially up to $50 million, to implement a plan led by local leaders, residents, and stakeholders that will serve as a catalyst for critical improvements along the corridor.

"The Murchison Choice Neighborhood Plan centers on revitalizing distressed public housing with mixed-income developments at the Murchison Townhomes and Elliott Circle sites, as well as homeownership opportunities throughout the neighborhood," said a representative from the Fayetteville Metropolitan Housing Authority. "This mixed-income and homeownership approach will increase the quality, amount, and affordability of housing in the neighborhood and promote significant neighborhood investment from the city, Fayetteville State University, and important institutions."

The Murchison Choice Neighborhood Plan is a collaborative effort between the City, the Fayetteville Metropolitan Housing Authority, community stakeholders, faith-based organizations, anchor institutions, and businesses. It aims to bring together various entities to work towards the revitalization and improvement of the Murchison corridor community.

For more information about the Murchison Choice Neighborhood Plan, interested individuals can visit the website www.MurchisonChoice.com.

The meeting on January 25th will provide an opportunity for community members to learn more about the grant application and the plans for the Murchison Choice Neighborhood. It is an opportunity for residents to have their voices heard and to be involved in the decision-making process.

The Murchison Choice Neighborhood meeting is an important step towards the revitalization of the community and the improvement of housing options. By leveraging significant public and private funding, the plan aims to create a neighborhood that is inclusive, affordable, and thriving for all its residents.

Attendees at the meeting will have the chance to ask questions, provide feedback, and express their opinions on the proposed plan. The input from community members is vital in ensuring that the Murchison Choice Neighborhood plan meets the needs and aspirations of the community.

As the Murchison corridor community looks towards the future, this meeting presents an opportunity for collaboration, engagement, and progress. By coming together and working towards a common goal, the community can create a neighborhood that is vibrant, sustainable, and provides opportunities for all its residents.

The Murchison Choice Neighborhood meeting is open to all community members, and their participation is encouraged. Together, they can shape the future of the Murchison corridor and create a community that they are proud to call home.