Posted on March 28, 2019
MHP will conduct two trainings this spring to help communities understand how to effectively use local funds to support affordable housing.
Cape Housing Trust Roundtable
On Wednesday, April 24, MHP will hold a Housing Trust Roundtable in Yarmouth. This regional discussion will run from 6 to 8:30 p.m., starting with a tour of Yarmouth Commons (881 Rte. 28, Yarmouth) and continuing with a discussion at the Simpkins Residences (134 Old Main Street, Yarmouth).
The roundtable is geared toward existing trustees on Affordable Housing Trust boards, staff that support trusts, and communities interested in creating more affordable housing.
The agenda will include a tour of Yarmouth Commons, a review of how Yarmouth is supporting affordable housing and a roundtable discussion about successes and challenges of getting affordable housing done in Cape communities.
For more information, download the event flyer and feel free to post it to spread the word about this event.
CPA & Community Housing Training
On Friday, May 10, join MHP for a day-long training bringing together experts on the Community Preservation Act (CPA) and how it can be used to support community housing.
This training runs from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the The Plymouth Church, 87 Edgell Road, Framingham, MA 01701. Registration begins at 9 a.m.
The event is designed for members of Community Preservation Committees (CPC) and municipal staff. The agenda will include:
- Explore how to use data to make the case for community housing
- Learn how to build support for community housing
- Review eligible community housing activities and learn how other communities are using Community Preservation Act (CPA) resources to support community housing
- Gain tips for working with your local affordable housing trust fund
Coffee and lunch will be provided. Cost to attend is $30. Register now.
For more information about these events, contact MHP's Shelly Goehring at 857-317-8525 or sgoehring@mhp.net.