Housing Aid

Interests are rising in Orange County on the issue of state and federal housing agencies. There is a big demand for Section 8 housing. There has been discussion of possible plans for housing aid to go to those who qualify. Section 8 is a program that provides rental insurance. It's main objective is to help low-income families. The federal Department of Housing and Development has been pressuring Congress to approve President Clinton's proposed 28 million dollar HUD budget …

…of marketing of the Section 8 program to local landlords. I agree with the plans that OCHA is proposing to Congress. Housing is very expensive in Orange County and it is difficult for low-income families to survive. The Section 8 system is obviously getting overwhelmed with people that need assistance. There needs to be something done and I believe that the 28 million dollar proposal is a great start to relieve some of the pressure off of Section 8.