AFFORDABLE AND SAFE PLACES TO LIVE

Whether one aspires to or already lives in an apartment, condo, duplex, or single-family
home, everyone wants safe, affordable housing. Far too many of our fellow
Minnesotans are experiencing homelessness; and far too many others have shelter but
cannot afford the type of home they desire.
United Way, Catholic Charities, ISAIAH, Homeless Helping Homeless, and other groups
are working on this complex issue. State and federal dollars are helping, but there is
much more to be done.
As your St. Cloud City Council member, I will prioritize:
Exploring options for making existing homes more affordable and construct
homes to meet community needs.
Updating housing regulations that may be based on old data.
Programs to educate first-time home buyers on topics ranging from
lawn/appliance/building maintenance to neighborhood etiquette.
Programs to educate neighborhoods on the value of embracing diverse housing
options and prevent "Not in My Back Yard" attitudes.
Bringing area communities together in efforts to draw on county, state, and
federal resources to ensure the availability of safe, accessible, and affordable
housing.

What other solutions would you support?