Affordable Housing

You Can Participate in Two Housing Events

Even with the current emphasis on healthcare, housing and homelessness continue to be critically important issues. There are two upcoming events which are worthy of your notice and possible participation.

First, the all-important Wilder Survey, which is conducted every three years to determine the number of homeless families, youth and single adults in Hennepin County. This is a massive survey and needs as many participants as possible. If you’re available during the day or evening on Thursday, October 22nd, to help in conducting the survey, please reply to Caitlin Hozeny at chozeny@ststephensmpls.org, preferably by October 5th. Details and training information will be sent to you will be able to request a day or evening shift and a survey or youth, family or singles sites. A four-hour minimum shift is desired.

Second, a 2009 Federal Housing Policy Forum, on Friday, October 23rd, at the Wilder Center, 451 Lexington Parkway North in St. Paul, from 8:30am to 1:00pm. Featured speakers will include Mark Linton, Director of the Center for Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships, Colleen Landkamer, Minnesota State Director for Rural Development, and Minnesota’s own federal housing leaders — all of whom will give a comprehensive look at the recent legislation and what it means for Minnesota communities. Since space is limited, advance registration of $10 is requested by October 16th (contact Julie Johnson at the Minnesota Housing Partnership at JJohnson@mhponline.org). An audio conference will also be available for those who can’t attend.