May 7, 2026 Housing Commission

The May 7, 2026 meeting of the Ottawa County Housing Commission focused primarily on housing initiatives and development strategies within the county. Key procurement-related discussions included plans to leverage county-owned property for housing development, with intentions to bring a project proposal to the Board of Commissioners for preliminary Planned Unit Development (PUD) approval and subsequent release of a Request for Proposal (RFP) to the development community. The commission also reviewed survey findings from Lakeshore Habitat for Humanity, which highlighted housing needs and preferences of low- to moderate-income families, informing future housing development plans. Additionally, the commission discussed collaboration with the Grand Rapids Housing Commission, including the extension of service agreements to enhance housing stability programs. No formal votes on procurement contracts were recorded, but a motion was made to support the extension of the agreement with the Grand Rapids Housing Commission. The meeting emphasized strategic planning and partnerships to address housing challenges and facilitate development projects in the region.