Public Service

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Contact Us

  1. Hannah C. Kiraly, MNO

    Program Manager of Community & Economic Development
    Email Hannah Kiraly
    Phone: 440-204-2087

  2. Desiree A. Thompson

    Community Development Analyst
    Email Desiree Thompson
    Phone: 440-204-2020

The City of Lorain is committed to providing a wide range of public services that enhance the quality of life for its residents. These services include maintaining and improving infrastructure, such as roads, sidewalks, and public buildings; ensuring public safety through the Fire and Police Departments; offering recreational opportunities through parks and community programs; and supporting the community with essential services like waste collection, water, and sewer management. The City of Lorain also provides valuable resources through its housing and economic development programs, ensuring a thriving, safe, and sustainable community for all residents.

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Public Service Playbook

The City of Lorain receives Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) entitlement funding from the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Office of Community Planning and Development. Public Service activities are an eligible use of these funds. Public Service activities allow the City of Lorain to support and provide various services to address specific needs in our community in a more accessible and direct manner. 

The City of Lorain has established the Public Service Playbook as a guide and resource for potential Subrecipients to understand the Public Service process. This guide will explain the purpose and intent of Public Service funding and its eligible uses, as well as the requirements and regulations set forth by both the City of Lorain and HUD. It is important to note that requirements could differ between what HUD requires and what the City of Lorain requires. Numerous federal, state, and/or local requirements could be triggered by a Public Service project, and although this guide will not include every federal, state, and/or local regulation, it will provide enough information to understand basic eligibility and administrative requirements. Additionally, these requirements can be vague and/or interpreted in multiple ways depending on the project, so please do not hesitate to contact the Department of Building, Housing and Planning for additional information or clarification. 

The purpose of this guide is to increase transparency, communication, and accessibility to CDBG dollars as provided by the City of Lorain. The City of Lorain aims to maintain a competitive grant program to ensure impactful support for local agencies, providing the necessary services and resources for Lorain residents.