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New Housing Staff
The West Piedmont Planning District Commission recently welcomed two new staff members to the organization. The PDC welcomed Brandy Dudley as the organization’s Regional Housing Planner, while Sean Campbell began working with the WPPDC in early November as the...
Census Data Figures Highlight Population Changes for West Piedmont Planning District
On August 12, the U.S. Census Bureau Released redistricting population data for each of the localities in the U.S., which includes total population data. The data show that the population of the West Piedmont Planning District declined since the 2010 Census, dropping...
EDA ARPA Programs: Build Back Better Regional Challenge
Understanding EDA ARPA Opportunities American Rescue Plan funding enables EDA to provide larger, more transformational investments across the nation while utilizing its greatest strengths, including flexible funding to support community-led economic development....
EDA ARPA Programs: Good Jobs Challenge
Understanding EDA ARPA Opportunities American Rescue Plan funding enables EDA to provide larger, more transformational investments across the nation while utilizing its greatest strengths, including flexible funding to support community-led economic development....
EDA ARPA Programs: Economic Adjustment Assistance
Understanding EDA ARPA Opportunities American Rescue Plan funding enables EDA to provide larger, more transformational investments across the nation while utilizing its greatest strengths, including flexible funding to support community-led economic development....
EDA ARPA Programs: Travel, Tourism & Outdoor Recreation
Understanding EDA ARPA Opportunities American Rescue Plan funding enables EDA to provide larger, more transformational investments across the nation while utilizing its greatest strengths, including flexible funding to support community-led economic development....
WPPDC Seeking Applicants for Two New Positions
As part of a new regional housing initiative, WPPDC seeks enthusiastic, organized, and highly motivated individuals for the following new positions: Senior Planner - Housing This is a full-time position with benefits. The primary duties include providing...
WPPDC Welcomes Michael Armbrister as New Executive Director
The West Piedmont Planning District Commission (WPPDC) Board of Commissioners has appointed Michael Armbrister to serve as the next Executive Director effective July 1, 2021. Mr. Armbrister follows Dave Hoback, who is retiring on June 30, 2021 following seven years of...
David Hoback, WPPDC Executive Director, to Pursue Retirement
David Hoback, who has served as the Executive Director of the West Piedmont Planning District Commission (WPPDC) since 2014, will pursue retirement beginning July 1. Through the years of Dave’s leadership, he has left a strong legacy on the organization as well as on...