Week of October 28, 2024

Housing Groups Weigh in on Harris’s and Trump’s Housing Plans

Frances Nguyen, Shelterforce?

How well do the presidential candidates’ proposals address the growing housing crisis? Housing advocacy groups share their thoughts and criticisms of the plans (or lack thereof). Read Full Article or Listen

How Can We Reform Property Insurance to Adapt to Climate Change?

Caroline Nagy, Americans for Financial Reform; and Carly Fabian, Public Citizen

Climate change is fueling more frequent and extreme disasters, and insurance companies are responding by dropping communities and raising premiums. Here’s what an equitable, reformed property insurance model would look like. Read Full Article

Sweden’s Housing Co-ops Are a Model for Moderate-Income Housing

David J. Thompson,?Thompson Housing

In Sweden, almost one-quarter of all housing is in co-ops. Here are some lessons from this mixed-income housing model. Read Full Article?

In Case You Missed It

• Meet Me at the Intersection of Housing, with Guest Marcia Wright-Soika
• The Government-Sponsored Enterprise that Turned Away from Its Housing Mission
• States Are Using This Tool to Keep LIHTC Housing Affordable for Longer

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Events

Housing Under the Next Election | Shelterforce | Facebook Live | Friday, Nov. 1, 12–1 p.m. ET | Join Shelterforce’s Schlonn Hawkins and Housing Narrative Lab ’s Marisol Bello for a live event on the housing issues shaping the 2024 primary election. Together, they’ll explore the top concerns of housing advocates and voters, assess the candidates’ housing policies, and consider the future of affordable housing under the next administration. How can advocates prepare for potential outcomes? Don’t miss this pivotal discussion! Come ready with your questions and concerns. Join the conversation .

The Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund: What It Is, How It Will Work, and How Communities Can Truly Benefit | Shelterforce | Webinar | Wednesday, Nov. 13, 1–2:30 p.m. ET | Shelterforce will host a webinar exploring how the Green House Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF) will impact affordable housing residents and community development organizations. Learn from representatives of organizations that have received GGRF grants and discover how these resources can benefit your community. Register now to secure your spot !?

You Said It!

On “Where the Harris, Trump Campaigns Stand on Housing ”

Anonymous reader: While both Trump and Harris recognize the issue of homelessness, their proposed solutions reflect fundamentally different ideologies regarding government intervention, funding priorities, and the methods for addressing the root causes of the issue. Harris’s approach tends to focus on systemic solutions and support services, whereas Trump’s focuses more on law enforcement and local initiatives. Read More

On “Kingston Agreed the Rent Was Too Damn High—So It Lowered It ”

Rick Rybeck: Rent stabilization, although disliked by economists, can be necessary when the rental market is unbalanced. As mentioned, one of its major shortcomings is that both tenants and landlords must know that the law exists, know how to comply and know how to enforce their rights . . . Read More

On “Land Banks and Community Land Trusts: Not Synonyms or Antonyms. Complements ”?

Anonymous Reader: This post beautifully clarifies the distinctions between land banks and community land trusts. It’s crucial for us to understand their unique roles in community development. I appreciate the insight on how both can complement each other for better outcomes in affordable housing. Thank you for shedding light on this important topic! Read More

On “The Government-Sponsored Enterprise that Turned Away from Its Housing Mission ”

Trudy Soucoup: Yes more funding AND how do we make access to and use of the funding easier? As an experienced low-income affordable housing developer in a small community, doing small projects, the barriers to applying for and then using any funds from any governmental agency has become untenable . . . Read More ?

Jobs

President, Near North Development Corporation (NNDC), Indianapolis, Indiana ● Near North Development Corporation is seeking a president who is a strong communicator, convener, and partner to advance their efforts within the community. This is a high visibility community leadership role. This person will help bring equitable access to economic and social opportunities for . . . Read Full Listing

Chief Executive Officer, Columbus House, Inc., New Haven, CT ● As Columbus House embarks upon its next chapter, the organization seeks an experienced, collaborative, strategic, and innovative leader who is deeply passionate and knowledgeable about its housing-first, community, and client-centric mission to serve as its next Chief Executive Officer (CEO) . . . Read Full Listing

Asset Manager, Downstreet Housing & Community Development, Barre, VT ● Downstreet is seeking an experienced candidate committed to affordable housing and eager to help us ensure the long-term sustainability and financial viability of our affordable housing real estate portfolio. Key responsibilities include oversee the performance . . . Read Full Listing

Chief Operating Officer, SquareOne Villages, Eugene, OR ● The Chief Operating Officer (COO) will be responsible for day-to-day management of the organization, building organizational and financial capacity, and working collaboratively with the ED and other staff Directors to develop and meet broad organizational goals . . . Read Full Listing

Vice President for Housing and Income Security, Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, Washington, DC ● The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) seeks a vice president for housing and income security who will provide leadership and strategic direction for the housing and income security team. They will work collaboratively with team members to develop and execute . . . Read Full Listing

Senior Director, Success Measures Evaluation Services, NeighborWorks America, Washington, DC ● Success Measures at NeighborWorks America seeks a senior director, success measures evaluation Services to lead a team focused on building equitable and participatory evaluation capacity for nonprofits. This role involves developing strategies, managing . . . Read Full Listing

Real Estate Project Manager, Vietnamese American Initiative for Development, Dorchester, MA ● The Vietnamese American Initiative for Development seeks a real estate project manager or senior project manager who will be responsible for coordinating all elements of real estate project development, with support from the finance staff and VietAID consultants . . . Read Full Listing

More Jobs

Senior Organizer, Brooklyn, NY ●?Right to the City

Director of Homeownership, Seattle, WA ● Homestead Community Land Trust

Comptroller, Chapel Hill, NC (Hybrid Position) ● Community Home Trust ??

Co-Director for Policy, California-based ● California Community Land Trust Network

Executive Director, Greeley, CO ● City of Greeley Weld Housing Authority

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