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We at Destination: Home support interim housing. What we don't support is only investing around 5%+/- of a budget into what has been called over and over our city's #1 crisis issue and then taking the existing housing dollars already in that 5% to pay for it. This is not a win and it's certainly not a strategy. Yet I still believe we are capable of doing both which requires leadership and advocacy to bring NEW dollars to our community in order to 1) Keep folks housed 2) Intervene, support and temporarily house or shelter people currently suffering outside and 3) Keep driving on the singular thing we know can end homelessness for good and that is prioritizing and funding new housing at the deepest levels of affordability.

Everyone deserves a safe, dignified place to live. But, like so many of our communities, Evansville, IN has been struck by a crisis-level shortage of affordable housing as rising housing costs have left many struggling with the burden of their skyrocketing rents. CAJE, DART’s affiliate in Evansville, has been fighting for years to get the city to take action on this crisis. Since 2018, they have successfully gotten the Mayor to fund the Affordable Housing Trust fund with $500,000 each year. Yet, Evansville is still short on 2,800 units of affordable housing, and thousands of families are feeling the weight of this gap. That’s why CAJE brought together thousands of people to demand that their new Mayor take action. At their Nehemiah Action this spring, CAJE got the Mayor to commit to request an additional $250,000 for the city’s Affordable Housing Trust Fund and to take future action to ensure residents have access to affordable housing. The injustices that our communities face can feel overwhelming - but CAJE shows us that when everyday people come together, we are capable of winning the solutions that we need. #justice #localpolitics #affordablehousing #communityorganizing #peoplepower

In this episode, Miriam Krehbiel, Deputy Director of Supportive Services, and John Roberts, Deputy Director of Community Needs & Services, share insights from the recent Kansas Housing Conference they attended. They explore the meaning of attainable housing, the importance of moving beyond emergency shelters, and the critical role case managers play in helping individuals overcome barriers to secure stable housing. From addressing common misconceptions about homelessness to understanding the complex challenges faced by those pursuing housing, Miriam and John discuss some of the many facets that it takes to provide real solutions. They also highlight successful models from other cities, discuss the need for affordable and safe housing, and remind us why everyone has a reason to care about this issue. By fostering collaboration and building relationships, they show that together, we can make a lasting impact on our communities. ( https://bit.ly/OCOM_239 ) 

An important article about Columbus' outdated zoning codes, by OCCH's Jeffrey Beam. A compelling and worthwhile read!

Toronto Ward 15, where I live, is having a by election. And I’m running to bring my experience and attitude to council, specifically to focus on two things: 1. Housing people can afford: to move out of their parents homes, to live with a partner, to have a family and to retire to. Having a good mix of housing will create vibrate communities and avoid destruction of the greenbelt. 2. Ramp up the decarbonization of Toronto: a plan to take out the natural gas system, build up Toronto Hydro, make it convenient to take less trips by car, and electrify everything. Housing and decarbonization are not rivals; if we pay for one it’s a smaller incremental cost to hit both goals. So let’s do it all. To start, I need money. If you live in Ontario, please consider donating. You will get a rebate cheque of up to 75% of the donation, for example, for a $200 donation you will receive a cheque for $150. For all of you who feel that paying it forward to future generations is a responsibility, here is a chance for you to step up. www.votesheenasharp.ca

🤔 Who are we? Texas Housing Foundation (THF), a Texas Regional Public Housing Authority, was established as a tool to create, develop, acquire, administer, manage, and provide services to individuals and communities across Texas. Community Resource Centers of Texas, Inc. (CRCTX) is the mission arm of the Texas Housing Foundation. CRCTX was established to meet the growing needs of rural Texas communities. Over the years, CRCTX has expanded from a small Help & Services Center in Burnet County to multiple Community Resource Centers in Burnet, Blanco, and Llano Counties. Together, we work to serve Texans by focusing on three key areas: · Affordable Housing: Our organization is more than just bricks and mortar, beautiful buildings, and well-managed properties. Our business is about people who need a place to call home and the dedicated staff at Texas Housing Foundation who make that possible. Affiliated Business: The Texas Housing Foundation collaborates with municipalities, foundations, service providers, and private developers through joint ventures to develop, finance, and manage affordable housing projects. Community Resources: Through CRCTX, we serve individuals by offering resource referrals, navigating complicated life situations, and providing financial assistance. We also serve agencies by providing free office space, encouraging collaboration, and solving problems at the local level. We are HopeBuilders: We strive to raise the standard of living for Texans while providing hope, information, and support. We adapt to the needs of each community we serve. #GiveBacktotheCommunity #HopeBuilders #NonprofitCollaboration

Ventura County is in a Housing Crisis SAVE THE DATE: Housing Action Forum Ventura County June 6, 2024 at 1 pm 816 Camarillo Springs Rd Camarillo, CA 93012 The Ventura County Housing Coalition (VCHC) is a group of community organizations dedicated to supporting affordable housing programs and policies. Their goal is to create healthy, thriving, and inclusive communities in Ventura County. As housing costs continue to rise, many hardworking families, local veterans, teachers, and farmworkers are struggling to make ends meet. The county's housing stock is aging, and new affordable homes are not being built quickly enough to meet the growing need. It's time to work towards real solutions that increase the availability of affordable housing and ensure secure housing for Ventura County residents. An affordable housing measure could generate millions in locally controlled funding to create these much-needed solutions. Join the affordable housing community and get involved today! Visit the Ventura County Housing Coalition https://lnkd.in/dqMPJu-7

Does housing inventory take precedent over emergency shelter facilities in Albuquerque? Compare the city gathered data about the public’s view in contrast with the budget for the next fiscal year: https://lnkd.in/g8BkegVt Speaking of housing inventory, 3,300 homes are being built just outside of Denver. Find what community is getting a population boom a mile high: https://lnkd.in/gQqFW8Hq Who’s shaking up Coca-Cola’s financial position? It’s the IRS: https://lnkd.in/gB4rnfgD This apartment complex is one of the oldest in Albuquerque’s Nob Hill area. It’s also up for sale after recent upgrades: https://lnkd.in/gP3KiFNz City of Albuquerque Bernalillo County Bradbury Stamm Construction Heading Home National Alliance to End Homelessness New Mexico Coalition to End Homelessness Trumark Homes The Coca-Cola Company #construction #commercial #realestate #news #trades #publication #info #budget #city #county #municipal #tax #public #economics #forum #council #data #input #tax #homeless #housing #shelter #facility #emergency #non-profit #homes #community #apartments #albuquerque #denver #rentals #irs #taxes #finance #nobhill #population 

When doing a multi-million dollar renovation, you need a lot of friends to cover the costs. This is just one story from Miracle on Monaghan Road, documenting our journey. Previously, I described how The Mount Community Centre board convinced the City of Peterborough to provide a $1 million gift to the project. As the City’s housing partner, the Peterborough County had a role to play in the fight against homelessness with affordable housing. The region has two municipal governments where the City represents residents within city limits while County Council consists of the mayors and deputy mayors from eight townships that surround the city. However, the staff and elected leaders share some services, such as ambulance, social work and public health. When Mount Board Chair Steve Kylie first met with County CAO Gary King and Director of Planning Bryan Weir in spring 2014, one message was very clear. “This is an election year,” Gary said. “We’re not giving you any money.” So, they came up with another solution that generated support and, ultimately, this comment: "Your timing is perfect. This community is desperate" by Coun. Janet Clarkson of the Township of Trent Lakes. Find out who we did it: https://buff.ly/4eBdqwz Then, think about how to bring your own story to life. We all have one in us and I can help you unleash yours. #affordablehousing #housing #municipalfunding #innovation #problemsolving #crazyasseddreamers #miracles #milliondollars #communications #communicationsstrategy

Q&A this week expounded upon home ownership, housing and homelessness, Greens spokesperson Max Chandler-Mather did well to confront the uncomfortable fact that the housing market is broken. Others including Rose Jackson NSW Minister for Housing & Homelessness spruiked the old adage of supply, supply, supply as if we have a classical market mechanism in place to meet the demand for affordable housing. Where are the charity builders and developers ready to meet this demand? We have orchestrated a cluster of circumstances now strangling this market - land & house prices, labour costs, labour shortage, increasing migration, materials and infrastructure costs, increased regulations, wayward tax incentives etc. What is needed is a return to off market public housing programs befitting a wartime crisis for at least the next generation to resolve this mess.