Dayton City Commission Work Session 9-9-26

The Dayton City Commission held a work session on September 9, 2026, featuring a presentation by the Miami Valley Community Action Partnership (MVCAP) led by President and CEO Aaron Jeff. The presentation highlighted MVCAP's extensive community services in housing stability, utility assistance, weatherization, workforce development, and financial counseling, emphasizing their role as a conduit for federal and state resources benefiting Dayton residents. MVCAP reported managing over $7 million in direct assistance and employing 45 local staff with a payroll exceeding $2 million. The discussion included the agency's financial stewardship, audit compliance, and the challenges posed by uncertain federal funding and social safety net reductions. Commissioners expressed support for MVCAP's work, discussed increasing community needs post-COVID, and explored opportunities for collaboration on housing policy, utility affordability, and advocacy efforts. No specific contract awards or procurement actions were reported, but MVCAP indicated interest in pursuing contracts to expand their service capacity and diversify funding sources.