10/1 - Member Meeting, USM Glickman Library, 9-10:30 am. Add to your calendar. Members will vote on updated bylaws, fiscal year budget, and 2025 policy priorities.
We'll also have updates on Build America Buy America's Impact on Housing.
11/13 - Housing Policy Conference, DoubleTree by Hilton, Portland. Get your seat today!
MAHC & MaineHousing Development Process Survey - Need Your Input
Production of new housing at the speed and scale needed in our state is not something that can be achieved without the joint efforts of numerous agencies, organizations, and individuals. Among the many participants in this great effort, MaineHousing recognizes that our partnership with developers is instrumental. As one of those key partners, and in our pursuit of continuous program improvement, MaineHousing would like feedback about your experience working with our Development department. This survey seeks your perspective on the various phases and aspects of our development programs and processes, on which you will be asked to rate, rank, or provide open-ended commentary. Please consider the questions carefully, then provide your frank and honest opinions. Responses are anonymous beyond specific project information you may choose to share. Take survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/development_process_ME
Statewide & Regional Housing Production Goals Report - Read more
MAHC was pleased to sit on the committee supporting the development of this report that comes as a follow up to the 2023 Housing Needs Study that found Maine needs 84,000 new homes by 2030. MAHC applauds the work of the State in completing this research and goal setting. MAHC will continue to advocate for a deeper articulation of the affordability of the housing that's needed to meet Maine's most vulnerable populations, and workforce. MAHC's advocacy in 2025 will focus on increasing housing supply in Maine to address our state's housing affordability crisis. Our policy priorities include cutting the red tape of land use and permitting; expanding the state historic tax credit; and $100 million for building affordable housing.
10/8 - Portland ReCode Vote Delayed - City Redrafting to Find a Compromise Affordable Housing Height Bonus - City Taking Comments
The Planning Board vote on ReCode has been tabled until October 8. Staff are working on a potential compromise to put an affordable height bonus back in for consideration, but this doesn't reinstate the prior height bonus. This means prior affordable housing projects wouldn't have worked, and future ones are at risk. If you're a Portland business or developing projects, the City is sharing that, "now is the time to provide any final comments on ReCode!" The City Council will hold their first workshop on ReCode on September 30, and the Planning Board will have a hearing on October 8. Learn more.
The Caleb Group Seeks New Executive Director
The new Executive Director search for The Caleb Group has begun. Eos Transition Partners is currently leading the search. If you know someone in mind who may be a strong candidate for this role, feel free to reach out directly to Eos Transition Partners. John Tarvin, at jtarvin@eostransitions.com. For a detailed position profile and application visit the Eos website.
Avesta Housing Grand Opening
Podcasts Covering Housing and the 2024 Presidential Campaign with Up For Growth
David Garcia joins Jerusalem Demsas and Chattanooga Mayor, Tim Kelly, on WAMU's 1A to discuss the role of housing in the 2024 Presidential election. Listen Here
How to Make the Federal Government More YIMBY - David joins YIMBY Action's Executive Director, Laura Foote, to get nerdy about the federal government's attitude toward pro-housing policies. Listen Here
NLIHC Announces Generation Housing Justice – Application Now Open!
NLIHC announces Generation Housing Justice, a new initiative aiming to encourage young advocates to participate in the housing justice movement! Beginning January 2025, the initiative will run through May 2025 and include 20 fellows, ages 18 to 24. Fellows will gain the knowledge and resources needed to successfully advocate for federal affordable housing solutions and effectively organize in their own communities. Interested in participating in Generation Housing Justice? Learn More & Apply!
Maine Connectivity Authority Survey on Internet Access In Affordable Housing - First Step in Accessing Funding
Please take this survey for affordable housing providers and other related organizations to help us gather critical data on internet access gaps in affordable housing. The survey is quick to complete, and the results will shape future funding opportunities that bring high-speed internet to low-income residents. Due October 15. Survey completion ensures theirproperty is eligible to apply for funding in our upcoming pilot program.
Thank you to Our 2024 Housing Policy Conference Sponsors to Date!
MAHC Housing Policy Conference
Coming up on November 13, 2024 at the Doubletree by Hilton, Portland. Get your sponsorship and vendor table today.
