Island Roots Housing

?? Understanding AMI & Affordable Housing: A Breakdown ?? In our latest video, we take a closer look at Area Median Income (AMI) and its critical role in shaping housing affordability in our communities. With the Island County Comprehensive Plan Update underway, understanding how AMI impacts affordable housing is key to creating sustainable growth and meeting future housing needs. Learn more about how AMI informs housing policies, and how we can ensure housing options are available for all income levels as we plan for the next 20 years. ??

???? Exciting news! We had a wonderful meeting with Puget Sound Energy's grant representative regarding our solar grant application to bring an EV charging program to Generations Place! ???? Our vision includes installing at least four EV charging stations on-site making it easier for residents to charge their electric vehicles while promoting sustainability. With solar energy powering our initiatives, we're committed to reducing our carbon footprint and providing eco-friendly options for our community. If you’re considering buying or leasing a used or new electric vehicle, consider looking into Washington State Department of Commerce's Electric Vehicle (EV) Instant Rebate Program which makes it easier to own or lease a new or used eclectic vehicle (EV) with big upfront discounts for income-qualified drivers. More than 3,300 Washington residents have received rebates in less than 60 days since the program’s launch and as of October 9, there is $9.4M of program initiatives remaining! Link: https://lnkd.in/gSXG46cW Stay tuned for updates as we work to make this project a reality! ??? #SolarEnergy #EVCharging #SustainableLiving #GenerationsPlace #CleanEnergyFuture

The linkage between housing affordability and health is highlighted in Island County’s latest Community Health Assessment.?According to their survey, 34% of households in the county are “housing cost burdened”, spending more than 30% of their income on housing. https://lnkd.in/da5diZPC

What is the Growth Management Act (GMA) and how does it shape the future of our communities? ?? The GMA is a Washington State law that helps cities and counties plan for growth, ensuring communities develop thoughtfully ?? while addressing key needs like affordable housing. ?? It’s all about creating vibrant, sustainable communities for everyone! ?? Want to learn more? Visit these sites for more information on Comprehensive planning for Island County, affordable housing, the GMA and more: Island County Comp Plan Update https://lnkd.in/gNJSC5Zq Growth Management WA State Dept of Commerce https://lnkd.in/gzu6q8fb

Thank you to everyone who attended the 9-12-2024 subcontractor open house event, hosted by GenCap Construction and Island Roots Housing, in support of Generations Place, a multi-family housing project in Langley that will provide affordable housing for working families. Your presence and participation were invaluable and we truly appreciate your engagement and insights. Together we are making significant strides towards improving affordable housing in our community. Your contributions and dedication to this cause are essential to our success. Thank you once again for your support and involvement. We look forward to breaking ground on Generations Place and continuing our shared mission! #generationsplace #islandroots #gencapconstruction #AffordableHousing

We're looking forward to today's Subcontractor Open House, co-hosted with GenCap Construction Corp.

Located at the corner of 2nd Street and DeBruyn Avenue, Generations Place will be Langley’s first multifamily affordable housing development since the 1980s, featuring 14 two- and three-bedroom apartment flats in three two-story buildings. This project is designed to serve households earning up to 60% and 80% of the median income, benefiting a wide range of local workers such as early childhood educators, office managers, construction workers, social service providers, and retail workers. Created by and for the local community, Generations Place will benefit every aspect of our local economy. Island Roots Housing had six general construction firms apply to build Generations Place, with most coming from off-island. Our selection, GenCap Construction Corp., has extensive multifamily experience, personal ties to Whidbey, and a keen interest in partnering with us to grow local construction industry capacity—starting by employing local trades on this project. We hope you can join us for this important event!

?? RFP: BIPOC Community Engagement in Comprehensive Planning ?? A consortium of Whidbey Island-based nonprofit organizations-Island Roots Housing, Whidbey Environmental Action Network ,and the Agricultural Resources Committee of Island County- is seeking consultants to support BIPOC community engagement in Island County's 2024-2025 Comprehensive Planning process. We're looking for consultants with ties to the Hispanic/Latine and Black communities to help develop and implement strategies that center historically marginalized voices. The project is funded by a WA State Department of Commerce Climate Commitment Act grant. Goosefoot Community Fund is administering the grant for the consortium. ? Deadline: September 15, 2024 (If you need more time, please reach out by this date to discuss.) ?? Submit Proposals: [email protected] ?? For more details, visit: https://lnkd.in/d7fbj2VA or contact us at 360-720-4509.

One More Reason to Give: Win an Inn at Langley Dinner! Give to the Generations Campaign between August 15 and September 15 for the chance to win an unforgettable dining experience! Make a donation of any size, and you’ll be automatically entered to win dinner for two at The Inn at Langley. This includes making a donation at the 8/31 Rootstock Concert and pre-registering for the upcoming 9/15 Rootstock Concert. Concert registration: https://lnkd.in/gME4fcxs Donate here: https://lnkd.in/gUMjWNfg Not only will your contribution help create much-needed affordable housing in our community, but it could also lead to an evening of gourmet cuisine and stunning views. Thank you to the team at the Inn at Langley for this generous support!

Subcontractors wanted! Open house Sept. 12 with GenCap Construction Corp.