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Couldn't agree more. So many doors shut that we can open or start to open by simply scrutinizing tenant selection plans which we too often assume are sound and working for people when, too often, they include onerous application processes and requirements beyond what funding, insurance or context requires that in turn end up explicitly or organically screening out good tenants with the greatest need for immediate, stable housing. Lowering barriers and increasing access requires us to continuously scrutinize our own system, agency and project policies, practices and assumptions. If you haven't looked at your TSP(s) lately this looks to be a great session to get started on that. And if you're a CoC lead, consider making this a collaborative review and improvement process with residents, providers, and our PHA and affordable housing partners to clean out the gunk in your local TSPs, now that there's something of a breather next year CoC competition-wise.

Every community is unique. Strategic community planning offers several advantages.... managing new growth, anticipating the desires and requirements of a community, evaluating whether the workforce is adequate for specific roles or if local infrastructure and services can support new development. Community planning serves as a roadmap for shaping the future of cities and towns in a way that promotes sustainability, equity, prosperity, and resilience. Learn more below...... #communityplanning #economicdevelopment #consulting #communitydevelopment #urbanplanning #rural

It is AMAZING how many landlords (including large affordable housing ones) are using recycled tenant selection plans they picked up like hand-me-down clothes. They are dated and poorly considered and do an awful job of anything except cutting out good potential tenants. Attend this FREE WEBINAR and learn from my tremendous colleagues and their partners at Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) about how easy it is to do better! Shiri Yadlin, Steven "Kanani" Medeiros, MPP, CSH, the Source for Housing Solutions

At Keys Communications, we're not just about campaigns - we're about community. Our methodology is steeped in the principles of ABCD (Asset-Based Community Development), empowering townships and urban areas by leveraging their existing strengths. We believe that true growth comes from within, which is why our advertising and marketing efforts are intertwined with local structures, resources, and individuals. By working collaboratively with the communities, we're not only creating successful campaigns, but we're also fostering sustainable development. Let's build together. Learn more about our community-centric approach: https://ow.ly/uEk650RfO84 #CommunityGrowth #ABCDModel #SustainableMarketing #KeysCommunications

At #LCDGroup, we are committed to affordable housing and community development. So we always dive into plenty of #data. We recently came across analysis that finds, when it comes to homebuilding, #NorthDakota is 26th among states - but that ranking only tells part of the story. Click below to learn more and #BeInformed.

CT Businesses: Share your Make It Here story. DECD laid out a path to engaging with CT Marketing efforts in this collaboration document. Let CT amplify your activities and success story!

With the volume of community development projects in progress across the nation, the most successful jurisdictions have one thing in common: an experienced building official. But when does it make sense to hire a third-party building official for your jurisdiction? This article from our parent company, SAFEbuilt, explores the role, the work they oversee, and what jurisdictions benefit most from a third-party option. https://hubs.la/Q02jJp5s0 #CGA85Years #CommunityDevelopment #PublicWorks

Unique in its breadth and flexibility, the HUD Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program is a powerful tool to help communities provide decent affordable housing, create a suitable living environment, and expand economic opportunities. The Cloudburst Group began its CDBG work in 2008 by running HUD’s “College of Experts” program, which allowed national experts in CDBG, HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), and McKinney-Vento Homeless Programs to provide technical assistance to address complex programmatic or management problems in communities across the U.S. Under the same contract, Cloudburst’s experts helped some of the cities hit hardest by the 2008 recession to develop market-based strategic plans to catalyze public and private investment and to design housing and economic development programs to carry out housing and economic recovery strategies.  Over the last 15 years, Cloudburst experts have continued to work alongside state and local governments to prioritize their CDBG and other HUD funding to create sustainable, long-term impacts for low- and moderate-income neighborhoods. Cloudburst’s work has helped CDBG grantees strengthen local economies, improve public infrastructure, promote affordable housing, and make their communities more resilient to health emergencies and natural disasters. Cloudburst has helped dozens of communities build strategies to use CDBG funds to recover from the effects of coronavirus and helped their public facilities and businesses build sustainable infrastructure to address future challenges.  Cloudburst has also supported CDBG grantees with grants management and financial capacity building to administer their programs effectively. Cloudburst teams often help grantees understand CDBG and emerging cross-cutting federal requirements, develop policies and procedures, accelerate programs and disbursements to meet timeliness standards, and apply best practices when using HUD systems such as the eCon Planning Suite, Integrated Disbursement and Information System, and HUD Environmental Review Online System. Though not always glamorous, these areas are a critical backbone for CDBG grantees to build viable communities and serve their most vulnerable residents in a complex regulatory environment. The Cloudburst Group is honored to be a part of CDBG’s vital history and joins HUD in commemorating its 50th year. We look forward to continuing this critical work! 

Revitalizing neighborhoods takes more than just a spark—it requires a bold, innovative approach. That’s where Intend Indiana comes in. Founded in 1987 and born from the merger of Renew Indianapolis and King Park Development Corporation in 2020, Intend Indiana combines the strengths of two successful organizations to advance comprehensive community development. With a mission to create and preserve affordable housing, support neighborhood revitalization, and foster small business growth, Intend is making a significant impact across the state of Indiana. We’re thrilled to collaborate with Intend on their ambitious 10-year strategic framework. This forward-thinking project is setting a new standard in community development by outlining visionary goals, defining core values, and aligning priorities to build a sustainable and thriving future. #CommunitySolutions #NeighborhoodRevitalization #SustainableGrowth #Indiana

#WashCon24 The Housing Authority of the County of Umatilla and Home Forward met with Congressman Cliff Bentz (OR-2) staff as part of National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO) Hill Day. Oregon's 2nd congressional district is the largest of Oregon's six districts, and is the seventh largest district in the nation. It is the second-largest congressional district in the nation and the home of several housing authorities who are doing a great job providing housing stability options the their respective communities. However, Oregon like most states in our nation is in a housing crisis. We are urging all of Oregon's House of Representatives to support NAHRO’s Legislative and Regulatory Agenda. NAHRO’s legislative and regulatory priorities support quality, affordable housing and thriving communities. We want: 🔹️ Adequate and responsible funding 🔹️ Holistic and equitable approaches to community development 🔹️ Streamlined programs that build and preserve affordable units 🔹️ Creative, local solutions