Join us for “Rural Affordable Housing 101,” hosted by the California Community Economic Development Association (CCEDA). This informative webinar will delve into the pressing issues surrounding affordable housing in rural communities, offering insights into both challenges and innovative solutions.
Key Topics:
- Impact of Unaffordable Housing: Discover how unaffordable housing affects individuals, families, and overall community well-being. Understand the broader implications for tenants, homeowners, and quality of life.
- Defining Affordable Housing: Learn about the key components of affordable housing, including eligibility criteria, stakeholder roles, and the goals of effective housing initiatives. Explore the specific needs of tribal housing and its importance in the rural context.
- Funding Challenges and Solutions: Examine the obstacles faced in rural housing development, such as limited funding and compliance issues. Hear about federal and community development programs, community land trusts, and innovative approaches to financing affordable housing.
- Collaborative Strategies: Understand how partnerships and collaborations can help overcome barriers in the housing sector. Discuss ways to leverage community resources for more effective housing solutions.
This webinar is perfect for community leaders, housing advocates, policymakers, and anyone interested in advancing affordable housing in rural areas. Join us to gain valuable insights from experienced speakers and contribute to the discussion on building sustainable housing solutions in our communities.
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Speakers:
Robert Wiener, Executive Director, California Coalition for Rural Housing
Since 1981, Dr. Robert Wiener has been the Executive Director of the California Coalition for Rural Housing (CCRH), the oldest state low-income housing coalition in the U.S. Under his leadership, CCRH has played a major role in federal and state housing policy and program efforts to support the production of new rental housing, self-help housing, farm labor housing, housing preservation, and other areas of housing provision.
Larry Florin, CEO, Burbank Housing
Larry Florin is the Chief Executive Officer and President of Burbank Housing. Its mission is to build communities and to provide quality affordable housing for the residents of Napa and Sonoma County. Most recently Mr. Florin was the Director of Housing and Government Affairs for Napa County where he was responsible for administering the county’s Affordable Housing Programs and overseeing the County’s Housing Authority, Economic and Community Development activities as well as government and legislative affairs. Mr. Florin has a Masters in City Planning from the University of Pennsylvania and a Bachelors Degree in Economics from the State University of New York.
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