The Hollow - Choice Neighborhood

Bridgeport is Choice

In September of 2023, Bridgeport was one of 14 communities nationwide awarded a Planning Grant for the Hollow Neighborhood.

Through the Grant, Park City Communities (PCC) in partnership with the City of Bridgeport will work with the local residents and a variety of community stakeholders to create a forward-looking Choice Neighborhood Transformation Plan focused on People, Housing, and Neighborhood.

What is the Choice Neighborhoods Initiative?

The Choice Neighborhood Initiative (CNI) is a program by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) that employs a comprehensive approach to neighborhood transformation. HUD supports cities and housing authorities through grants to support community-based planning processes and implementation of those plans.

The CNI ensures that current residents will benefit from this transformation by preserving affordable housing or providing residents with the choice to move into affordable and accessible housing in other existing neighborhoods of opportunity.

Planning Area - The Hollow Choice Neighborhood

Target Housing Site: Charles F. Greene

Bridgeport is Choice

In September of 2023, Bridgeport was one of 14 communities nationwide awarded a Planning Grant for the Hollow Neighborhood.

What is the Choice Neighborhoods Initiative?

Planning Area - The Hollow Choice Neighborhood

Target Housing Site: Charles F. Greene

Bridgeport receives federal planning grant to transform The Hollow and the Greene Homes

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Find complete article from Connecticut Public here:
https://www.ctpublic.org/news/2023-11-08/bridgeport-resident-task-force-to-transform-public-housing
Bridgeport’s public housing authority, known as Park City Communities, is using federal funds to create a resident task force designed to help improve a public housing property.
The Charles F. Greene Homes were built in 1951 and have 270 apartments. The city will use a $500,000 federal Choice Neighborhoods Initiative Planning Grant from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), to research and develop a transformation plan to improve the property.
The two-year grant process will include developing a task force made up of Greene Homes residents. The residents will give input on desired changes, Park City Communities CEO Jillian Baldwin said.
Bringing Community Together: Bridgeport Celebrates 2023 HUD Choice Neighborhood Award at Trunk or Treat

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On October 7th, in conjunction with the annual Trunk or Treat festivities, residents and community partners joined in for the unveiling of the 2023 HUD Choice Neighborhood Award for Bridgeport. Attendees were provided with printed information about the grant and had the opportunity to sign up for further engagement.

The evening's main event featured a spirited Q&A session with CEO Jillian Baldwin, where residents eagerly participated, sharing their thoughts and inquiries about the exciting announcement.
PCC's Virtual Presentation Unveils Draft Grant Application

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On June 2, 2023, Park City Communities (PCC) invited Community partners and stakeholders, including residents, to participate in a virtual presentation unveiling the draft grant application. The presentation covered essential aspects such as grant priority areas, timeline, concept budget, steering committee, and the working group structure.
Additionally, attendees gained valuable insights from resident feedback collected during the Community Connects festival and other outreach efforts. This feedback provided a deeper understanding of residents' hopes and concerns within the priority areas of Housing, People, and Neighborhood.
PCC Energizes Community for Choice Neighborhood Planning Grant

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On May 19, 2023, Park City Communities (PCC) hosted a spirited celebration at Charles F. Greene Homes, rallying community partners and residents to spread the word about their ongoing application for the Choice Neighborhood Planning Grant.
Residents shared their insights on crucial areas like Housing, People, and Neighborhood, while also signing up for updates on the grant process. Community partners, including the Housing Collective, Alliance, YMCA, New Reach, and Recovery Network programs, set up tables to engage attendees.
The event buzzed with excitement as everyone enjoyed a cookout, relished Italian ice treats, bounced in a lively house, and danced together in joyful camaraderie.