Neighborhoods

“Promises Made, Promises Delivered": Transfer of Linden Fresh Market to Neighborhood CDC

“Promises Made, Promises Delivered": Transfer of Linden Fresh Market to Neighborhood CDC

In September 2021, Community Development for All People, a CDC based in Columbus’s Southside, opened the Linden Fresh Market. One year later, Community Development for All People (CD4AP) transferred responsibility for operations to a Linden-based CDC, Community of Caring Development Foundation.

Protecting Housing in Ohio’s Cities through Rental Property Registries and Licensure Programs

Protecting Housing in Ohio’s Cities through Rental Property Registries and Licensure Programs

Ohio’s cities have experienced an increase in rental properties over the last decade and many communities have established rental registries and licensing programs in response. Rental property registries and licensing programs are often utilized by municipalities to gather up-to-date information for rental properties and owners, and to ensure properties meet basic standards of habitability.

From the Archives: Misconceptions About Vacant Property Registries

From the Archives: Misconceptions About Vacant Property Registries

Recently, one of GOPC’s partner-clients asked for information regarding Vacant Property Registration Ordinances and how they can help address the issues of long-term vacancy and blight. The information below provides the a variety of facts and myths about this tool.

Linden Fresh Market Opens to Reduce Food Insecurity & Improve Residents’ Health

Linden Fresh Market Opens to Reduce Food Insecurity & Improve Residents’ Health

Linden Fresh Market intends to reduce food insecurity and improve residents’ health; it offers free food, medications, and other services for those living at or below 200% of the federal poverty level. CD4AP, the Charitable Pharmacy of Central Ohio, and Nationwide Children’s hospital run the location.