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FREE TRAINING available to NH Municipal Association members to Apply for Federal Grants for Your Community’s Infrastructure Needs Act Today! Registration ends May 15th. The trainings are designed for small to mid-size municipalities, and no prior grant-writing experience is necessary. Communities that participated in the trainings have collectively secured more than $200 million; we know this program works and has helped numerous local governments secure needed resources. The trainings focus on grants in the following areas: bridge investments; railroad crossing improvements and safety improvements; solid waste infrastructure for recycling; brownfields; and removing transportation that increases connectivity in communities. Space is limited 50 New Hampshire municipalities. NLC plans to run additional rounds of the program in the future that will focus on other types of grants, but the classes this spring will be focused on these types of grants. REGISTER BY MAY 15th: https://lnkd.in/gdhGmHaM

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09-27-24 PSA HOUSING FOR BUCKS COUNTY, PA THE BUCKS COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY IS REOPENING ITS WAITING LISTS FOR VENICE ASHBY PHASE II IN BRISTOL FOR ONE, TWO, THREE, FOUR AND FIVE BEDROOM UNITS EFFECTIVE MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2024. APPLICANTS MUST BE OF LOW INCOME, AND MEET OCCUPANCY STANDARDS FOR THE APPROPRIATE BEDROOM SIZE. APPLICATIONS MAY BE OBTAINED THROUGH THIS WEBSITE ON SEPTEMBER 30TH. Bucks County Housing Authority is ONLY accepting applications for the following waiting lists: Voucher Programs: The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Waiting List is Closed. When the waiting list reopens a public notice will be published. Bucks County Housing Authority via Housing Link is now accepting applications for its Emergency Housing Voucher Program in accordance with the following: A limited number of applications for Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHVs) are available to households working with the Housing Link, Bucks County’s Continuum of Care. In order to qualify, applicants must be homeless, fleeing abuse, assault, stalking or human trafficking or are in a Housing Link Program where an EHV voucher will prevent homelessness/housing instability. If you meet one of these criteria, contact Housing Link at 1-800-810-4434. Bucks County Housing Authority is now accepting applications for its Mainstream Voucher Program in accordance with the following: Bucks County Housing Authority is opening its Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program waiting list solely for non-elderly (under age 62) disabled individuals who qualify for HUD’s Mainstream Voucher Program, as follows: 1. Literally Homeless – living in places not meant for human habitation: on the street/in car, abandoned building, parks; emergency shelter or 2. Transitioning out of an institution or other congregate setting or 3. Living in housing that is funded by a public/private agency and the funding assistance is time-limited. Applicants may pick up an application at the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program office, located at 240 Levittown Parkway, Levittown, PA between the hours of 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 Noon and 2:00 P.M.- 3:30 P.M. Applicants may also receive applications by mail by calling 215-945-6110between the hours of 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 Noon and 2:00 P.M. – 3:30 P.M. Completed applications must be returned to the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program office at the above address, either by hand or mail, effective 9:00 am on April 24, 2019. Applications will not be accepted prior to that time and date.

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H2M Senior Vice President and Public Agency Market Director Joseph Manzella, P.E., and Vice President, Deputy Private Sector Architecture Discipline Director, and New York City Office Director Robert Ikes, RA, LEED AP, NYSCEO, NCIDQ, recently wrote and published an article on storm resiliency in The Military Engineer, the official journal of the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME). ? The article stresses the importance of implementing flood mitigation measures in U.S. military facilities, which are expected to incur over $387 billion in damages as a result of increased flooding and storms over the next several decades. ? These storm resiliency techniques and technologies are not only applicable to military facilities, but any commercial, residential, or industrial structures located in flood zones. Residents and developers in areas with high flood risk—including coastal cities such as Tampa and Miami, FL—are equally encouraged to look into these very same resiliency measures. ? Visit https://lnkd.in/eeZcRW7g to read more about our recommendations for storm resiliency in our nation’s military facilities.

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???Transforming Frankford: A Beacon of Hope and Opportunity Philadelphia is set to see a significant development at 5113-5115 Frankford Ave. The nonprofit FRANKFORD COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, in collaboration with Mosaic Development Partners JV, is planning a 200K SF mixed-use project near the Frankford Transit Center. This initiative aims to bring much-needed housing and services to one of the city's most challenged neighborhoods. Key Highlights: ???Mixed-Income Housing:?The five-story Frankford Plaza will feature 74 market-rate and 60 low-income units, ensuring affordable housing options for a diverse community. ???Essential Services:?The ground floor will house a 19K SF grocery store and a 40K SF community health center, addressing significant gaps in local services. ???Strategic Location:?Positioned near Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA)'s second-busiest transit center, with excellent connectivity, including a bike share station and rear parking. ???Alignment with Vision 2035:?The project supports the City of Philadelphia's comprehensive plan to boost housing near transit hubs, fostering a more connected and accessible city. Impact on Philly's Market: Revitalization of Frankford:?This development will play a crucial role in revitalizing the Frankford area, attracting investment, and stimulating economic growth. The introduction of mixed-income housing and essential services will uplift the community, providing residents with better living conditions and access to necessities. Boosting Local Economy:?The inclusion of a grocery store and a health center will create job opportunities and support local businesses. This influx of services will encourage further commercial investments, enhancing the overall economic landscape of the area. Enhanced Connectivity:?The project's proximity to the Frankford Transit Center will improve accessibility and connectivity, making it easier for residents to commute and for businesses to thrive. This aligns with broader urban planning goals to create a more transit-oriented city. Affordable Housing Initiatives:?By incorporating low-income units, the project addresses the pressing need for affordable housing in Philadelphia. This initiative sets a precedent for future developments, promoting inclusivity and social equity in the housing market. At Hunters Commercial Real Estate, we are looking forward to supporting such transformative projects that redefine real estate and bring lasting positive change to our communities. Stay tuned for more updates on this development and its impact on Philadelphia's market! Source: Bisnow #CommercialRealEstate #PhiladelphiaDevelopment #MixedUseProject #AffordableHousing #CommunityGrowth #UrbanRevitalization #PhillyRealEstate

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Land protection is important. Ethical land protection is even more important.

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Bill Healey and Smriti Poovannan met with Jois Construction Management President & CEO Goutam Jois to discuss how NJ Alliance for Action and Jois Construction Management can work together to continue #BuildingABetterFuture

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Help shape Worcester's 2025 Housing Production Plan. Your input is key to developing housing solutions that ensure a healthy, equitable, and thriving community. Take the survey: https://lnkd.in/e-Gfd9J8

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RCAP Solutions is thrilled to have received a generous $10,000 grant from the Greater Worcester Community Foundation to pilot an Intergenerational HomeShare Program in collaboration with the Worcester Community Connections Coalition of YOU, Inc., an affiliate of Seven Hills Foundation! Full Press Release ?? https://lnkd.in/ex46mfGV This initiative comes at a critical time as the City of Worcester and other municipalities across the state are grappling with an unprecedented housing crisis. The proposed solution involves creating a program to match graduate students with senior homeowners in Worcester and the surrounding communities who have available rooms to rent – addressing housing shortages while fostering intergenerational connections. ?? #RCAPHousingHelp

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"Survey of Rural Municipal Leaders: Housing Affordability Continues to be a Major Issue" A joint survey conducted in October 2024 by the NYS Association of Towns?and the?Rural Housing Coalition of New York?reaffirmed that housing affordability continues to be a major issue confronting rural communities throughout the state. The poll of municipal leaders found that 68% of respondents believed that housing affordability was a major concern in their towns and villages. Affordable housing is generally defined as housing (either owner-occupied or rental) for which the occupant is paying no more than 30 percent of gross income for housing costs, including utilities. The results of this new poll reaffirms a Marist Poll commissioned by the Rural Housing Coalition in November 2023 that showed that 73% of New York residents reported that the affordability of housing is a major problem in their communities. This concern was widespread across the state, with 67% of rural residents, 69% of suburban residents and 81% of urban residents feeling housing affordability was a major issue. The survey of municipal leaders also found that the three major obstacles to building affordable housing are: 1) Lack of infrastructure, 2) Lack of dedicated funding at the state level for rural housing and 3) Lack of capacity at the local level (i.e. no government or non-profit entity dedicated to building affordable housing in their community). "Infrastructure continues to be a major concern for municipal leaders and we look forward to working with state policymakers and other stakeholders to create an ongoing source of state funding that would support housing related infrastructure improvements," stated Chris Koetzle, NYSAT Executive Director. "The Legislature has been very responsive over the last few years to the needs of Rural New York and we hope that continues into the next legislative session as we seek to address the obstacles raised by this survey," stated Michael J. Borges, RHC Executive Director. The survey of municipal leaders also uncovered that 53% of respondents are interested in having a housing needs assessment conducted of their county or community, which is a plan that identifies the type of housing needed, where it can be built, obstacles to building housing like zoning or lack of infrastructure, and potential steps forward. The Rural Housing Coalition and Association of Towns call upon state policymakers to address the obstacles identified in the survey by creating an infrastructure fund that supports the development of housing in communities lacking infrastructure, particularly in rural areas, fund housing programs targeted toward smaller scale housing development like the Small Rental Development Initiative (SRDI), and support communities interested in having a housing needs assessment completed. View the survey - https://lnkd.in/gxAeGCw6

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Your feedback is important in this initiative The Catalyst - Westchester County Economic Development is launching an initiative to empower women to drive local economic growth in ways that align with their values and interests. WEDC is helping conduct a county-wide survey to gather thoughts on local economic development, community engagement, philanthropy, and investing. Please take the survey here or via the link in our Instagram bio. it takes about 10 minutes and is anonymous. Survey link: https://buff.ly/3VtJOdg . . . #wedc #wedcespanol #survey #feedback #entrepreneurship #catalyst

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Today?Governor Phil Murphy & Acting Commissioner Dehmer announced the award of $42 Million to Fund Preschool Facilities Projects Across New Jersey. This an initiative to support New Jersey families with access to universal high-quality preschool. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dZvksDyw

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** NEW STATE FINANCING FOR SIX DEVELOPMENTS ACROSS CT** ? 758 housing units, including 396 affordable units for low- and moderate-income renters, 18 of which will be designated as permanent supportive housing for people experiencing homelessness and people with disabilities in Norwalk, Norwich, Stamford, Waterford, and Westport. DOH is providing over $25 million and CHFA is providing low-income housing tax credits (LIHTCs) generating $93 million in private investment. 362 units funded by the Build For CT, a new program designed for middle-income renters. DOH also financed the acquisition of an unoccupied building to convert units to supportive housing in Westport. Monterey Village, Norwalk – A 14 building, 161-unit apartment community located just minutes from downtown generating more than $21 million in private investment. Wall Street Place, Norwalk – A 155 new unit mixed-income, mixed-use redevelopment. $13.6 million by DOH, LIHTCs ?by CHFA, nearly $55 million in private investment. Ponemah South Mill, Norwich – Redevelopment of 4.96-acre site and 148,600 sq. ft. mill building though $6.25 million from Build for CT. 146 residential units, will include various indoor and outdoor amenities such as a cinema, spa, and river walk trail. Oak Park Phase I, Stamford – Phase 1 redevelopment of 61 units, 19 supporting very low-income households. $4 million by DOH, 9% LIHTCs generating more than $17 million in private investment. Waterford Woods Phase III, Waterford –Phase 3 adds 216 new apartments to the existing 2,015 new units using $5.5 million from Build For CT, designated 44 units for middle-income households. The property features 72,500 square feet of recreation area including gardens, pickleball courts, hiking trails, and a pond. 122 Wilton Road, Westport –?First of its kind, acquisition of an unoccupied building, a total of 18 supportive housing units. $7,555,000 from DOH and collaboration with “Homes with Hope,” a Westport-based organization dedicated to preventing and ending homelessness. Seila Mosquera-Bruno CT Commissioner of Housing

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Doing our research in office today ?????♂? Hartford Business Journal Construction Business Owner Magazine & Digital Media #ctconstruction #hartfordbusinessjournal #hartfordct #constructionbusinessowner #construxco #concepttocreation #makeitherect #buildct #ctcontractors

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The PA Housing Action Plan aims to assess statewide housing needs, set measurable goals, evaluate existing programs, and recommend strategies to improve housing outcomes through public and private sector collaboration. Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development Josh Shapiro Learn more about the plan and fill out the Housing Action Plan Survey to share your thoughts and feedback on addressing housing affordability and availability in Pennsylvania: https://lnkd.in/eUyBGKjk

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The world’s first #CoreLivingBuilding facility is open at Muhlenberg College. See inside and learn what it takes to build and operate this deep green building: https://lnkd.in/gigJ3xns #Sustainability #FM #FacilityManager #PropertyManagement #RealEstate #CRE #BUILDINGS #BuildingsMagazine #BuildingsMedia

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?? Great news (& ideas) from #Delaware! Two Laws Promoting High-Density #Housing in Delaware County Now in Effect: https://lnkd.in/e-R8zGCN As part of New Castle County's NCC2050 Plan,?#tinyhomes?and accessory dwelling units (#ADUs) were identified as a key strategy addressing the county's growth. According to the NCC2050 housing report, only a quarter of New Castle County's housing stock consists of #multifamily units. In contrast, detached #singlefamilyhomes, often built on larger lots and contributing to suburban sprawl, account for 50% of housing. By integrating accessory dwelling units and pocket neighborhoods into local housing strategies, public officials aim to provide more affordable housing options and curb the sprawl.

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