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SEDD announces mini-grants to non-profits, Dream Center funds

May 23, 2024May 27, 2024 Free PressBreaking News, Community News

The Southside Economic Development District (SEDD) has approved funding for a series of mini-grants and the renovation of the “Dream Center” on Arizona Street, as part of its ongoing efforts to reduce crime, improve neighborhoods, and promote non-violent conflict resolution…

mini-grants, Otis Jones, Roosevelt Wright Jr., SEDD, Tony Little

Council names Jones, Wright to SEDD Board

March 29, 2021April 1, 2021 Free PressBreaking News

The Monroe City Council named the last two members of the Southside Economic Development District Tuesday night, completing the district’s seven-member board. The city in 3-2 votes named two local Black business owners to serve as commissioners of the SEDD…

Board, Otis Jones, Roosevelt Wright Jr.

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