City of Butler Boards and Authorities – Redevelopment Authority of the City of Butler (RACB)

    129 W. Cunningham Street
    Butler, PA 16001
    Phone: (724) 283-0116
    Fax: (724) 283-2522
    Email: racb@zoominternet.net
    Website: http://redevelopmentauthoritycityofbutler.net/

    City Council Liaison: Councilman Douthett
    Phone: (724) 285-4124 x355 Fax: (724) 285-6880
    Email: TDouthett@cityofbutler.org

    Details:

    The Redevelopment Authority of the City of Butler (RACB) was established on June 6, 1961 by resolution of City Council under the provisions of the Urban Redevelopment Law, Act No. 385.

    Overview:

    Since 1961, the RACB has administered projects to increase economic development, provide quality housing, and eliminate blight within the City of Butler.

    Funds are made available by the State of Pennsylvania and by the Federal Government under the provision of Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974.  They consist of Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) and HOME grants, as well as other numerous State and Federal programs.

    Members:

    • Cindy McKnight
    • Brian K. McCafferty
    • Steve Boyer
    • Jay Fennell

    Meeting Information:

    Meeting Place: 129 West Cunningham Street
    Meeting Time: 10am
    Meeting Schedule: 2nd Thursday of every month

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