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The Wareham Community and Economic Development Authority (CEDA) is a special act authority created under Chapter 270 of the Acts of l977 and amended by Chapter 383 of the Acts of 2004. Among the capabilities afforded by the legislation, the CEDA has all the powers of an urban renewal authority under 121B and also has authority as an economic development corporation under 121C of M.G.L. The CEDA is governed by a seven-member board, appointed by the Board of Selectmen and the Community and Economic Development board members manage, control and govern
the activity carried out under CEDA. The CEDA has a full-time Director, appointed by the Board of Selectmen who has full charge and supervision of the work of CEDA and its personnel.
The Wareham Community and Economic Development Authority is funded in large part by Community Development Block Grants provided through and monitored by the Department of Housing and Community Development. Programs carried out by CEDA include a Housing Rehabilitation Program, Sign and Façade Program, Transportation subsidy programs and Recreation Subsidies for Wareham's Low and Moderate Income households, a Literacy Program and after school programs. Projects completed are Planning projects for Downtown revitalization, a complete building renovation for a Head Start Program and infrastructure improvements for sewer, sidewalks and handicapped accessory improvements. Economic Development activity is related to business retention and recruitment and workforce training opportunities.
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