The Dakota County Community Development Agency serves about 10,000 people daily, through more than 30 programs revolving around affordable housing and community development. Here's a sampling of statistics about the agency:

2.5 million

The total square footage of CDA properties

6,500

People on waiting lists for CDA-owned housing

5,700

Buyers have received CDA assistance to purchase their first home

5,000

Households have received grants for weatherization improvements

2,200

Federal housing choice vouchers administered annually by the CDA

1,397

Affordable apartments for seniors in 24 buildings

597

Affordable rental townhouses available for working families

Source: Dakota County CDA