The COVID-19 pandemic forced a global conversation on health in the built environment. For those involved in affordable housing development and advocacy, this conversation was especially resonant. Van Meter Williams Pollack (VMWP) invites you to a panel presentation featuring Alicia Gaylord (Senior Vice President, Nor Cal, […]
Karen Murray, Partner at Van Meter Williams Pollack (VMWP), recently presented "Sustainability in Affordable Housing" to the Sausalito Sustainability Commission. The presentation highlighted proven solutions and project examples that align with the city’s environmental goals, focusing on climate mitigation, adaptation, and zero-waste strategies. Core Strategies […]
Source: California Department of Housing and Community Development For Nina, who lives with schizophrenia and experienced a cycle of homelessness throughout her adult life, the mental peace of not having to wonder where she’ll sleep each night has her feeling like a “princess in a castle.” […]
by Michelle Iracheta Redwood City officials will consider nearly $13 million in new funding for two affordable housing projects during a housing-focused City Council meeting on Monday, May 11.
The funding would support Rise City Apartments, a proposed 94-unit affordable housing project at 1304 Middlefield Road, and […]
Source: The Silicon Valley Voice
Author: David Alexander Santa Clara has approved issuing $50 million in tax-exempt bonds to fund a housing development for the poor. At its most recent meeting May 5, the Santa Clara City Council gave the go-ahead for developer Resources for Community Development […]
Source: Mountain View Voice; Author: Emily Margaretten
Tsuda recognized for long-term impact on housing affordability in region Alta Housing CEO and president Randy Tsuda. Courtesy Alta Housing.
Alta Housing CEO and president Randy Tsuda has shaped local housing policy in the region for decades. Nowhere is this more evident than […]
Bi-Rite, 18 Reasons, and Crankstart have teamed up to open the nonprofit Sunnydale Market in Visitacion Valley.
Source: The San Francisco Standard; Author: Sara Deseran Sam Mogannam at Bi-Rite Market’s Polk Street location. | Source:Amanda Andrade-Rhoades/The Standard Last Wednesday, 18 Reasons, the food education nonprofit affiliated with Bi-Rite Market, celebrated […]
Source: East Bay Housing Organizations City of Newark, County of Alameda, and Eden Housing are celebrating the Grand Opening of Timber Senior Housing in Newark. The development will provide 79 units of new affordable housing for seniors in a convenient location in Newark, CA. The project will redevelop a […]
Join us for a building tour and presentation! On May 20th, join Mercy Housing California, Abode Communities, and the County Office of Supportive Housing for a guided tour of The Acacia, an innovative educator workforce housing community in Palo Alto developed through a strong public-private partnership. There are […]
Source: Hoodline; Author: Emily Johnson Mountain View’s plan for a new bikeway on Terra Bella Avenue is headed to the slow lane. Last Tuesday, the City Council voted to put the project on hold, bumping it to staff’s backlog as the city wrestles with transportation staffing […]
Architecture as Healing: Designing for Wellness, Dignity, and Permanent Support
SAP Feature: Karen Murray Presents “Sustainability in Affordable Housing” to Sausalito Commission 
Casa Canal: Mental Peace with Safe Sleep—Spotlight on Nina
Redwood City council takes up housing, World Cup flag
Santa Clara Approves Bonds to Fund Below-Market Housing Project
Affordable housing leader Randy Tsuda receives lifetime achievement
One of SF’s most food-insecure neighborhoods is getting a grocery store like no other
Grand Opening: Timber Senior Housing
The Acacia Tour: Educator Workforce Housing in Action
Mountain View pols hit the brakes on terra bella bike lane, leaving RV residents in limbo