MRPC
News
March 10, 2005
For more information, contact:
Connie Willman or Chuck Cantrell (573) 265-2993
CONTRACTORS
NEEDED NOW
FOR NEW RENOVATION PROJECTS
Contractors are needed for new housing renovation projects to start soon in
the Crawford county area, announced Chuck Cantrell, housing inspector with the
Meramec Regional Planning Commission (MRPC). The Meramec Community Enhancement
Corporation (MCEC) and MRPC, has been awarded two lead reduction/housing renovation
grants, totaling some $177,525. The grants include $127,525 from the Missouri
Department of Economic Development for housing renovation activities in Crawford
County and $50,000 from the Missouri Housing Development Commission (MHDC) to
help homeowners in Crawford County with the weatherization of their homes and/or
reduce lead risks in homes.
"We have a lot of lead reduction and housing renovation work to do, and
we need to expand our contractor base in order to get the work done in a timely
fashion," Cantrell said. The renovation work may include insulation, window
replacement, siding and heating updates. Lead reduction work could include windows,
siding, soffit, fascia and doors.
Contractors for this renovation project must complete a two-page application,
available through MRPC. The application requests client, supplier, financial
references and information on past work experience. To work on this rehab project,
contractors must carry liability insurance and workers compensation, if required.
Contractors addressing lead issues also must be certified in HUD's safe work
practices. MRPC will be conducting a training class in the near future to assist
interested contractors in becoming certified to work on this project.
Contractors wanting to complete an application can request a copy from Cantrell
at (573) 265-2993 or by email at ccantrell@meramecregion.org. Contractor applications
can also be picked up at the MRPC office at 4 Industrial Drive in St. James.