Module 1: Municipal role in affordable housing development (March 13)

Goal: Participants will gain clarity on what the municipal responsibilities are in supporting affordable housing development and preservation versus the developer or state. A development example from Lenox will demonstrate these role differences and offer ways that municipalities and developers can work collaboratively to support affordable housing.

Speakers:
Jessica Allan, Real Estate Development Director, Valley Community Development Corporation
Karmen Cheung, Regional Vice President, New England, Pennrose
Marybeth Mitts, Select Board and Affordable Housing Trust Fund member, Town of Lenox

Background info on the training series: Strengthening local boards and commissions to support affordable housing
Explore these questions in a new three-module training developed by MHP's Community Assistance team, partly funded by Eastern Bank Foundation. Using real examples from communities across Massachusetts and experienced practitioners, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the local ecosystem that supports or hinders the development and preservation of affordable housing. This learning can facilitate more effective board/commission work and collaboration, as well as thoughtful engagement by interested residents and organizations. More info here: https://www.housingtoolbox.org/record...