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What is an Official Plan? It is a long-range planning document that sets out goals, objectives, and policies to guide growth and development in a municipality, and directs how land in a municipality should be used. Land use planning policies are complex and can include many aspects, from where and what types of housing are permitted, to the kinds of retail or industry that are needed, to what type of services are required to support the residents of a municipality. My Planning Team at the Town of Essex, Ontario, in collaboration with our planning consultant WSP in Canada, is hosting three (3) Open Houses to present and review the Town's Draft New Official Plan. Our Official Plan is intended to fulfill certain planning objectives over the next 25 years and is guided by the following principles: o Building on our Agricultural Strengths o Leveraging our Location for Employment o Elevating our Unique Communities o Achieving a Sustainable and Resilient Town If you are a resident, landowner, business, or tenant in the Town of Essex (Essex Centre, Harrow, McGregor, Colchester, Gesto, and everything in between!), please consider dropping in to one of the Open Houses or reviewing the information on our Project Webpage. Your Community. Your Vision.

🌟 🏠 Fair Housing 101: An In-Depth Workshop with Gwen Volk! Join Us on Sep 19th! 🏠 Are you ready to unlock the secrets of fair housing compliance? Look no further! 🚀 Our upcoming webinar, “Fair Housing 101: An In-Depth 4-Hour Workshop,” is your golden ticket to understanding the ins and outs of fair housing regulations. 🌟 Key Details: Date: September 19th Time: 12:00 pm ET What You’ll Learn: 🔍 Dive deep into the protected classes. 🔑 Master reasonable accommodations and modifications. 🚀 Avoid common pitfalls and stay compliant. Whether you’re a property manager, real estate professional, or housing advocate, this workshop is a must-attend! 🙌 Why Attend? 🧠 Knowledge Boost: Get expert insights from Gwen Volk herself. 🌈 Inclusivity Matters: Learn how to create housing communities that welcome everyone. 📜 Certificate of Completion: Earn a valuable credential to showcase your commitment to fair housing excellence! 🏆 👉 Register now: https://lnkd.in/gzVeqeuw Spread the word! Tag your colleagues, share this post, and let’s make fair housing a priority. 🗣️ Together, we can build better communities! 🏡✨ See you there! 🎉 #FairHousing #WebinarAlert #HousingCompliance

Hey #affordablehousing pros and allies: Check out this video summary of last week’s Fairfax County Housing Symposium!!

There’s a crucial link between climate change and housing insecurity, and panelists at the 2024 Building Michigan Communities Conference are coming together to talk about it. Supporting these conversations gives space for collaborative approaches to building resilient communities that are essential to developing effective solutions for Michigan residents. If you’ll be at the conference, add “The Intersection of Climate Justice & Housing” panel to your must-attend list! #ClimateJustice #HousingResilience #HousingEquity #CommunityResilience

For all my Senior friends from NorthJersey.com and the Greater Bergen County Community Actions - NJ program offers up to $15K in home renovations for vulnerable groups Healthy Homes program offers up to $15K in home renovations for vulnerable groups For those who find themselves struggling to afford the necessary home repairs and improvements to keep their environment safe, there's a new program that aims to help. Greater Bergen Community Action has launched its Healthy Homes program, an initiative that aims to remediate environmental hazards in 140 residential units throughout Bergen and Passaic counties. For each, the organization is offering up to $15,000 worth of essential home improvements — to address risks like mold, lead and structural deficiencies — to vulnerable income-eligible populations like seniors age 65 years and older, disabled individuals and families with young children. It is funded through a grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and Program Director Avery Headley said GBCA was one of just 20 organizations nationwide — and one of two in New Jersey — to receive the grant. https://lnkd.in/e2XMrhh7 https://lnkd.in/eVWB_HS4

Look around, and we’re starting to see the first signs of spring appear – new buds, lighter evenings, vibrant greens replacing the browns and greys of winter and, most importantly, the feeling of hope and new possibilities that always comes with warmer weather. It’s this feeling of hope and possibility we’re focusing on this issue, from the richness and inspiration on our doorsteps – our beautiful, diverse landscape – and how this is reflected in our city’s culture and community. Our outward-facing, trading, innovative forefathers made Peterborough and the surrounding area a magnet for settlers over the centuries, and this is a status we enjoy to this day as an ever-evolving, growing city rich in grassroots culture, arts, business, tech and learning. This issue, we’re featuring a range of people and projects that showcase some of the very best aspects of our communities and landscape. There’s a special feature on photographer and paramedic Chris Porsz – a regional treasure who has captured (and cared for) Peterborians for decades. His ‘Reunions’ collection of photographs became a global, viral hit – and we revisit some of his most iconic pictures, and the stories behind them. We also caught up with Matthew Bradbury, the CEO of Nene Park, to find out what Peterborough’s favourite green space has in store for us in the year ahead; we chat with the city’s poets; and we delve into a brand new centre for green technology being built right here, to enhance and future-proof learning and skills. For many, our region and city has been a haven – and we’ve got that covered, too, from refugees to artists. Read about the extraordinary Krystyna Lewandowska – Polish Jewish resistance fighter who, after World War II, found peace and freedom here, and John Clare, the 18th century peasant poet who overcame crippling class barriers to create work that endures to this day. We all know how special Peterborough and its people are – and we like to think of this issue in particular as celebrating that. Dig in, discover more about your city and its inhabitants, and what it has to offer. Click here to read the March 2024 edition: https://lnkd.in/eKN-xNR8

April is National Fair Housing Month! The theme for 2024 is "Fair Housing: The Act in Action." Mark your calendars and join us in a virtual conference to learn more about fair housing. Experts from the federal, state and county will be available to answer your questions. Don't forget to register using the QR code. See you there! #fairhousing #FairHousingAct #legalaidsocietyhawaii

As we come to the end of #FairHousingMonth, check out this video by OHFA's Jon Duy on the top questions we receive about Fair Housing: https://bit.ly/3xW9ZAf

Let's level the playing field! 📣 Maryland's future is in our hands, and it's time to ensure everyone pays their fair share for a brighter, fairer tomorrow. The link is below for anyone who is eager to sign on! Big corporations and the wealthy can't skate by while our communities face cuts and deficits. Support the Fair Share for Maryland plan and demand action now! Together, we can secure the resources we need for schools, roads, and essential services. It's not just about making a statement—it's about making a difference. 💼➡️💰🏫🌳 #FairShareMD #EquityNow #MarylandForward SIGN ON: Be the change in the world you would like to see! https://lnkd.in/eZnsaZCs

Top to bottom. Left to right. We've got ALL the details for you on this year's Housing Institute, 🏡 including the full agenda, registration and hotel info. 🏩Participants engage in discussion and problem-solving activities related to developing affordable housing across Massachusetts. Here's the link: bit.ly/3VTdktt