General News
David Reznick Foundation Announces New Initiatives
The David Reznick Foundation (DRF), a nonprofit organization dedicated to nurturing the next generation of affordable housing leaders, has awarded seven academic scholarships for the 2021/2022 academic year and eight for the 2022/2023 academic year so far.
Comments on CDFI Certification Application Due Dec. 5
The revised Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) Certification Application is available for public comment through December 5.
Woda Cooper Companies Celebrates New Affordable Housing Community Allegany Junction in Cumberland
Woda Cooper Companies announced a new quality affordable housing was made possible by the opening of Allegany Junction at 119 Reynolds St. in Cumberland.
SWCAP, Cinnaire & Partners Celebrate Grand Opening for The Meadows in Darlington, WI
Cinnaire announced, along with partners Southwestern Wisconsin Community Action Program (SWCAP) and Wisconsin Management Company, the grand opening of The Meadows, a 32-unit new construction affordable housing community in Darlington, WI, designed exclusively to support agriculture and farmworkers and their families.
NYT: The Way Los Angeles Is Trying to Solve Homelessness Is ‘Absolutely Insane’
In The New York Times opinion section, Ezra Klein takes aim at Los Angeles Prop HHH, as well as mayoral candidates Karen Bass and Rick Caruso.
Oregon Receives Medicaid Demonstration Waiver
Oregon recently received approval for a Medicaid Demonstration Wavier.
NH&RA Submits Comments on NCSHA’s Recommended Practices
The National Council of State Housing Agencies (NCSHA) solicited comments on its Recommended Practices in Housing Credit Administration.
Minnesota’s Ten-Year Economic Expansion Plan Includes Housing
Governor Tim Walz (D) announced a ten-year economic expansion plan, which offers long-term steps to continue improving Minnesota’s economy.
Oklahoma City Issues $8.25 Million Affordable Housing RFP
Oklahoma City issued a Request for Proposals (RFP-OCITY-128) for construction or rehabilitation of Affordable Housing.
New York Mayor Release Housing Plan
Mayor Eric Adams (D) released his housing plan, which included in one plan NYCHA, homelessness, affordable housing production, health and safety, and reducing administrative burdens.
Citi Community Capital Brings Hope Through Affordable Housing and Comprehensive Programs
St. Teresa of Calcutta Villa combines 407 LEED certified apartments in downtown San Diego—making it the largest affordable housing tower in the city—with comprehensive services to support long term success for people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.
Nominations for Virginia’s Annual Awards Due June 30
The Virginia Housing Alliance is accepting nominations for its Annual Award through June 30.