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June 2, 2008 For immediate release For more information, contact: Free Homeownership Workshop Planned June 10 In St. James ST. JAMES—The Meramec Regional Planning Commission, in cooperation with the Meramec Community Enhancement Corporation and the Phelps County PHA Family Self-Sufficiency Program, will host a free homeownership workshop on June 10 at Meramec Regional Planning Commission, 4 Industrial Drive, St. James. The workshop is scheduled from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Chuck Cantrell of Meramec Regional Planning commission will present a training on dealing with home maintenance and repair. The June 10 class is offered at no cost, on a first-come, first-served basis. Pre-registration is requested. To register, persons should contact Cantrell by June 6 at (573) 265-2993. MRPC is an active, voluntary council of local governments serving Crawford, Dent, Gasconade, Maries, Osage, Phelps, Pulaski and Washington counties. The 51-member volunteer board, made up of elected officials and appointed representatives, works to enhance the quality of life in the region. A professional staff assists member communities and counties in the areas of economic and community development, environmental planning, business loans, ordinance codification and housing. Since its formation some 35 years ago, MRPC has secured in excess of $40 million worth of grants to benefit specific cities and counties in the region. MRPC also provides administration of the Phelps County PHA, which offers rental assistance to very low-income families in Crawford, Dent, Gasconade, Maries, Washington counties, and Phelps County, outside the city of Rolla. Persons needing more information may call (573) 265-2993 or 265-4200. |