08/27/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/27/2024 19:05
Since being awarded a $30 million Choice Neighborhoods Implementation Grant in 2018, the City of Phoenix has made significant strides in transforming Edison-Eastlake into a vibrant, mixed-income community. This additional $2.5 million will support further developments, including new housing, expanded public spaces, and enhanced community services.
"We're proud of the progress we've made in the Edison-Eastlake neighborhood, and we're grateful for our partnership with HUD," said Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego. "This grant will allow us to continue our transformative momentum, create additional housing, and invest in public spaces that people of all backgrounds can enjoy."
"Edison-Eastlake is a diverse neighborhood with a rich history and is ripe for a successful redevelopment. Choice Neighborhoods grants have demonstrated that with the right support for attainable housing, the incomes of families increase. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's Acting Secretary Adrianne Todman's support means that this community, poised for redevelopment, has the tools it needs to move forward," District 8 Councilwoman Kesha Hodge Washington said. "But housing is just one piece of the puzzle. We are deeply committed to neighborhood revitalization and beautification, priorities that our Edison-Eastlake residents have passionately voiced. This is more than just a development, it is point of pride in our history as we continue to improve the quality of life for everyone who calls this neighborhood home."
Utilizing Choice Neighborhoods Grants awarded by HUD, the multi-year, comprehensive revitalization plan in Edison-Eastlake includes:
The revitalization efforts in Edison-Eastlake are currently expected to be completed in 2027.