FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Fayetteville Mayor Molly Rawn announced the appointment of the city's first chief housing officer on Sept. 15.

According to a press release, Marlee Stark will serve in the newly formed position and as the city's newly renamed Department of Housing and Community Services, formerly known as the Community Resources Department.

"The new role reflects Rawn’s vision for Community Resources to take on a larger role in addressing Fayetteville’s housing needs," the release said. "By shifting the department's focus to offer tools and resources that are distinctly housing-focused, the City will be able to reach more people through various funding avenues."

The release says that before joining the city, Stark was a Governor's Fellow for social and economic recovery

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