Oxford receives $137k grant for housing stability initiative
A new grant will go toward supporting a staff position at TOPSS and more outreach initiatives to educate and protect tenants in Oxford.
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Commission recommends redevelopment of vacant nursing home
A plan to convert a vacant nursing home into independent senior housing was signed off by Oxford's Planning Commission and will now go to City Council for approval.
From alley revitalization to tenants rights: How student projects impact Oxford
Planning efforts in Oxford extend beyond city staff and into classrooms at Miami University, where students lead projects that guide future efforts in town.
City pivots on major zoning code update after consulting firm staff departures
After multiple consultants left the firm Oxford had contracted with to complete a new unified development code for the city, among other projects, the city is pivoting to an internal process for the code update.
Housing Commission recommends new affordable housing plan for Hester Road development
After receiving four proposals for affordable housing developments on Hester Road, Oxford's Housing Advisory Commission is recommending moving forward with one proposal focused on housing for adults with developmental disabilities.
TOPSS meets increased demand for services, director says in annual update
TOPSS provided food to nearly 3500 people and kept more than 100 households in their homes through rent and utility assistance last year.
Hospital group awards $35k to local orgs
Grants from the McCullough-Hyde Women's Giving Circle will go toward housing initiatives, clothing, feminine hygiene products and more.