Councilman Michael Johnson's
Arizona Informant Column
CDBG Award Winners Are True Champions
Bill Scott is a disabled African American who has advocated the rights and needs of disabled people for more than 20 years.
For his dedicated work, Scott was among award recipients recognized recently by the city of Phoenix Neighborhood Services Department (NSD) in honor of national Community Development Week.
Each year, NSD handles approximately $17.5 million in Community Development Block Grant funds. For every federal dollar received, CDBG recipients invest $4 to participate in the program, amounting to $70 million in community improvements and services.
The awards and recipients are:
Congratulations to all the CDBG award winners for this year!
Michael Johnson represents District 8. His office can be reached at 602-262-7493 or at michael.johnson@phoenix.gov via e-mail.