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Manufactured home communities provide an opportunity to live in Boulder at a relatively affordable cost, and the city is committed to preserving this housing option and supporting the people who live there. Learn how the city is preserving affordable housing by supporting manufactured home communities: https://ow.ly/rTQ350Tm6n6

Montgomery County Judge Keough shared an update today Tuesday, July 9 at 10:15am on power restoration, cooling centers and shelters. Notes from the update: - 80% Montgomery County is still without power - Sources at Entergy: “Their focus is transmission so they can get their systems up and get the distribution going. They are focusing on the highest concentration of population in order to reach the most amount of people in the shortest amount of time. They believe they will have about 50% of customers up by tomorrow evening, and that by the end of this week Montgomery County should be in pretty good shape overall as it relates to power.” - Cooling Centers: - 600 Gerald Street, Willis, TX (North Montgomery County Community Center) - Settings others up – will let you know - Emergency Shelters currently open: - Lone Star Community Center – 2500 Lone Star Pkwy, Montgomery 77356 (150 capacity) - West County Community Development Center – 31355 Friendship Drive Magnolia 77355 (150 capacity) - East Montgomery County Community Development Center – 16401 1st St. 77372 (150 capacity) - Sts. Simon And Jude Catholic Church – 26777 Glen Loch Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77381 - Clearing Roads: “We are doing everything we can to accommodate this situation. Texas A&M Forest Service has sent saw teams to help our Commissioners in cutting wood and vegetation that has fallen onto the roads. We are getting those cleared out as fast as we can.” Source: Montgomery County Judge Keough Read more at https://lnkd.in/g8kmTVNr #montgomerycounty #montgomerycountytx #thewoodlands #thewoodlandstx #conroe

Massachusetts has some of the worst traffic and most expensive, inaccessible housing in the Nation. Simple changes to our land use patterns could solve both of those problems and set us on a course to a sustainable, accessible Commonwealth... if we're willing to embrace them.

An essential part of ensuring the preservation of old places is ensuring community support. In this installment of the How to Save a Place series, we’re sharing ways you can draw attention and build support for your project. While these strategies are not a replacement for community participation in the preservation process (which is paramount for any any preservation project) here are a variety of tools, techniques, and tips to help you shine a light on the places you love. Get the tips: https://ow.ly/wxgb50RKvPq

Civic infrastructure can contribute many positive outcomes, but the narrative about civic infrastructure investments rarely elevates these multifaceted outcomes. Reimagining the Civic Commons has developed a powerful way to demonstrate—with data—the many ways that investments in civic infrastructure matter for people and communities. Learn How to Show (and Grow) the Impact of Your Civic Spaces 📰 and access their tools to Measure What Matters. ⚒️

Understanding affordable housing solutions can be daunting, especially for those who have never faced housing stability issues. According to the San Antonio Report, the city is grappling with more than 95,000 cost-burdened households and a significant shortage of affordable homes. The SACRD team encourages you to educate yourself on San Antonio’s housing crisis and use your voice and expertise to advocate for policies that can improve the lives of our neighbors. We invite you to watch the "Everybody Needs a Home" documentary, which highlights the key intersections of the affordable housing crisis in San Antonio. https://lnkd.in/gz2gPRQN

Preserving the past with an eye towards the future. Watch this WCAX-TV story to learn how Vermonters can rehab historic structures and put them to use: https://lnkd.in/ecq8XhP6

Check out our guide to modern manufactured home living 📘🏡 Modern manufactured home communities are more than just a place to live; they're designed to meet diverse needs and wants, offering everything from safe parks for children to storage facilities. Read our blog and unlock the benefits of community living: https://hubs.ly/Q02qysVZ0

Today kicks off National Estate Planning Awareness Week. During this week, individuals and organizations highlight the importance of estate planning and how it helps preserve assets for family, heirs, and causes we value. When planning your estate, consider including a planned gift to support #ATSSFoundation and roadway safety. Your gift matters. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/e9upM7D #SaferRoadsSaveLives #EstatePlanning

🚶♀️🚴♂️ Colorado is known for its active, health-conscious community, but alarming trends reveal an increase in pedestrian and cyclist fatalities. Between 2009 and 2019, pedestrian deaths soared by 45%, and cyclist fatalities spiked by 47%. 🏞️ Why is this happening? Factors like distracted driving, lack of bike lanes, inadequate road infrastructure, and speeding are all contributing to this serious issue. 👎 What can we do? Legislative measures, improved infrastructure, and community initiatives are key steps toward creating safer streets. We must champion change and ensure our roads are safe for everyone. Read the full article to learn more and join the movement for safer streets in Colorado ➡️ https://loom.ly/3Ne5lro