What is a project area committee (PAC)?

 

A PAC is a group of community members from the project area who both provide input on the project and inform the community of the progress of the project. They play a key role in forming the direction of the project. They also help bridge the communication gap between the community and the agency.

 

A PAC is required if a redevelopment plan authorizes the use of eminent domain over private property that houses a substantial number of residential units, moderate-income persons and families that might be displaced. In this case, the agency must consult with, and obtain the advice of, residents, property owners, business owners, and community organizations on those policy matters which deal with the planning and provision of replacement residential facilities, relocations, and other policy matters which affect the residents of the project area. The PAC also reviews the draft redevelopment plan and makes recommendations to the agency board regarding whether the board should adopt the redevelopment plan.