April 2010 Engage - Affordable Housing

Home affordability is required for success in all other issues facing the community - from education, to healthcare, to workforce development, to reducing Austin’s energy footprint, and more. What are the plans for creating diverse, affordable homes throughout our community? What are the challenges to and solutions for developing homeownership, rental, and supportive homes for all parts of town?

Francie Ferguson, Frank Fernandez, and Terry Mitchell

Speakers:

• Francie Ferguson – NeighborWorks Multifamily Initiative Manager, Neighborhood Reinvestment Corporation
• Frank Fernandez – Executive Director, Green Doors
• Terry Mitchell - Momark Development
• Moderated by Jim Walker – Director of Sustainability, The University of Texas at Austin

References from the discussion:

• Neighborhood Reinvestment Corporation
• Green Doors
• Momark Development
• HousingWorks Austin
• City of Austin 2006 bond package on affordable housing

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