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Proposition 5 addresses the challenges of affordability and homelessness in our region by allowing the passage of infrastructure bonds with a majority vote of 55%, consistent with thresholds for school bonds. This could impact homeless and housing-insecure residents in our area by providing much-needed funding for affordable housing along with the roads, sidewalks, parks, and other infrastructure to support new development. #lifemoves #lifemovesorg #webelieve #changemakers #vote

May is Affordable Housing Month! Unfortunately, affordable housing is something that California has a huge shortage of. #AB1657 will place a $10 billion bond on the November 2024 ballot to fund the state’s affordable housing programs These include affordable rental housing for lower-income families, homeownership opportunities, and, supportive housing for people experiencing homelessness. Learn more about #AB1657 and our other priority legislation for 2024: https://ow.ly/A1YB50S30GX

Important takeaways from this Bloomberg Citylab article on #HomelessnessPrevention in County of Santa Clara ?? ?? ?? 1?? Homelessness is PREVENTABLE: “Researchers at the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana, who studied [the Homelessness Prevention System] found that 81% of those who enrolled were less likely to experience homelessness within six months.“ 2?? It’s more cost-effective to prevent homelessness BEFORE it happens. "...the highest acuity, or most serious, homeless residents cost the county $85,000 annually. It makes the $6,000 it might take to stabilize a resident’s finances over several months look like a bargain." 3?? Imagine the impact possible if prevention programs were scaled nationwide. “I hope that people will look at what Santa Clara County and Destination: Home are doing and look at it as an example of something that others can emulate,” said Wilson Sheehan Lab for Economic Opportunities at Notre Dame's David Phillips. Together, we could ensure everyone maintains their housing and reduce homelessness. We MUST expand financial assistance programs like our county-wide #HomelessnessPreventionSystem and #GuaranteedIncome programs WHILE building more #AffordableHousing Read more at Bloomberg: https://lnkd.in/gsDnbjkM

The creation and preservation of #affordablehousing have never been more crucial?? Beyond the immediate and humane objective of preventing homelessness, affordable housing serves as a powerful stimulant to our economy.? When individuals are freed from the burden of exorbitant rent, they can channel their time and resources into local businesses, fostering economic growth and community resilience. Affordable housing provides a foundation that allows citizens to thrive, contributing to a more stable and prosperous society for all.? By prioritizing affordable housing, we not only safeguard the well-being of countless families but also invigorate our local economies, creating a robust and sustainable future?? #homelessnessawareness #homelessoutreach #homelessawareness

An important article about Columbus' outdated zoning codes, by OCCH's Jeffrey Beam. A compelling and worthwhile read!

By stopping homeless housing, abandoning renters, and pursuing bad housing policy, Los Angeles is reinforcing exclusionary zoning and segregation on the Westside.? ? I connect the dots -- and there a lot of them -- in my latest Substack article. You can read it here. https://lnkd.in/gh8f6niF

This initiative by Governor Gavin Newsom represents a significant step forward in addressing homelessness through innovative housing solutions. As advocates for sustainable living and community building, we are inspired by projects that align with our mission to create spaces where people can live and thrive. The construction of these tiny homes is not just about providing shelter; it's about building a future where everyone has a place to call home. However, having a home is different from merely having a shelter. If we don’t address the root issues—mental health, addiction, and the breakdown of the nuclear family—this project may not make the lasting impact we hope for. We're excited to see which companies will take the lead in this important effort and are hopeful that the focus will remain on quality, sustainability, and the well-being of the residents. It’s not enough to just build shelters; we must build communities. It's exciting to work together on building a better California.

Two years ago, I met Ludia, who had been living in and out of shelters with her grandsons for months, unable to find an apartment where her housing voucher could be accepted. Recent research shows that nearly half of California’s homeless population is over 50 years old, and metro-specific homelessness rates are driven overwhelmingly by the scarcity of affordable housing supply. As I've urged in my online book, Congress must streamline tax credit financing of housing, and eliminate current statutory barriers to using federal vouchers in more innovative, less costly housing projects, such as the prefabricated, quick-build projects we see in Mountain View, Redwood City, and San Jose. Local communities need a more nimble federal partner to help older Americans, like Ludia, age in dignity. samliccardo.com/plan/

To align with the Fremont City Council’s priorities and keep the community informed, our Summer issue of City News features a detailed overview of our ongoing efforts to address homelessness in Fremont. It highlights our first Homelessness Response Plan, which will guide the development of policies, investments, and actions over the next five years to address homelessness in Fremont. It also includes details on current initiatives, programs, and new affordable housing. Read the overview here: https://lnkd.in/g6Tpu_SY

?? It’s #AffordableHousingMonth – A crucial time to address the dire shortage of affordable housing contributing to rising rates of homelessness. With just 24 units of affordable housing available to every 100 extremely low-income households, countless Californians are being priced out of the communities they’ve lived and worked in for decades. Our top 3 recs for addressing this shortage: 1. Boost affordable housing production 2. Expand rental assistance 3. Make subsidies work better Any solution to homelessness must address the lack of affordable housing for extremely low-income households. Let’s build a stable foundation for the strong vibrant communities we all want to live in. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gEm44RVT #HousingCrisis #EndHomelessness #HousingForAll #PolicyChange