where as ...

People can afford to stay in the community
Replacement housing is built first
Rental and for sale property available at mixed income levels
All people of all incomes, races, physical & mental abilities, sexual orientation and genders are included and respected
Neighbors can participate in renovation programs
Neighbors can live in homes that are safe
Homes are built sustainably

RESIDENTIAL

Expand the supply of permanently affordable rental housing and prevent residents displacement, by acquiring and rehabbing vacant/problem properties
Expand opportunities for affordable homeownership, by acquiring and rehabbing vacant/problem properties and educating residents about homeownership
Create or partner with a Community Land Trust to permanently preserve the affordability of property
Create Community Benefits Agreements with developers to make sure they invest holistically in our community

COMMERCIAL

Commercial districts flourish by providing merchandise and services the community needs / wants
There are new opportunities for entrepreneurship and for the community to have an equity stake in local businesses
Live-work innovation projects are encouraged
Residents have greater access to jobs in their neighrborhood
Access to affordable, fresh food and clean clothing
Residents have opportunities for social gathering

Preserving affordability and diversity in our communities means it is a priority to have a strategic plan which includes diverse partners and community members who align with the mission. The Housing Working Group began to address the challenges of blight, abandonment and disinvestment.