Dear Friend,
It is no secret that the history of segregation, discrimination, and unequal access in housing continues to plague communities across our nation.
As we grapple with the legacy of racism, we at the Alliance for Housing Solutions are exploring what we can do to dismantle systems that have benefited some while leaving others behind because of the color of their skin. We acknowledge that this work is complex and painful. But we believe the only way forward is to face the truth and work toward new systems that will create an equitable future for everyone.
We are also at a pivotal moment in our County's planning. Arlington is preparing to launch a study of Missing Middle Housing and an update to the Affordable Housing Master Plan. Now is the time for learning—and for action.
I invite you to join us as we explore the topic of race and housing through two virtual community conversations. These conversations are open to anyone who wants to learn more about our history and explore ideas for how we can make improvements in our housing policy. You'll hear from local experts and have a chance to share your own ideas and experiences.
Please note that we will be rescheduling the second event (originally planned for October 29) in light of Arlington County's announcement of a Missing Middle Housing Study Kick-off that evening. (Kick-off details forthcoming.)
I hope you'll join us! Warm regards,
Michelle Winters
Executive Director
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HISTORY OF RACE & HOUSING IN ARLINGTON
September 29 from 7-8:30 PM
Participants will learn about the role of redlining, discrimination, racial covenants, zoning, and other forces that had an impact on Arlington’s current racial makeup.
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FORMING AN ANTI-RACIST HOUSING POLICY AGENDA
Date TBD
In this event participants will build on their understanding of Arlington’s history to consider how the county can end institutional racism in our housing sector. The group will explore such policies and tools as zoning reforms, criminal records and leases, source of income protections, and homeownership assistance.
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WATCH: RENAMING LEE HIGHWAY
Saundra Green and Wilma Jones Killgo explain why renaming Lee Highway is part of creating a welcoming and equitable community.
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"We are determined to realize the years-long grassroots community effort to create a welcoming Main Street by removing the word 'Highway' and to begin to reconcile the painful racial history many in our community experienced by removing the name 'Lee.'"—Lee Highway Alliance
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5 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT MISSING MIDDLE HOUSING
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What is "Missing Middle Housing"—and is it really missing in Arlington? Is it affordable? Are we looking at the end of single-family houses?
As Arlington County gears up to study our Missing Middle, here are five things to know—and to make sure your friends, family, and neighbors know, too.
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CHAMPION SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: APAH
Our Champion Level Partners in Affordable Housing give $10,000 or more per year. Thanks to APAH for being among our most dedicated supporters!
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Arlington Partnership for Affordable Housing (APAH) is a nonprofit affordable housing developer. Since their founding in 1989, APAH has expanded their work to neighboring communities in Montgomery County and other northern Virginia counties.
APAH believes safe, affordable housing provides an essential platform for hard-working, low-income families and individuals to achieve stability, pursue their personal goals, and enhance their quality of life.
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WEBINAR (RECORDED):
Factory-Built: Prefabricated and Modular Strategies from Real Estate Developments in the D.C. Area
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Building real estate projects with prefabricated and modular components have long promised to deliver buildings faster and more efficiently. Are market conditions and technology advances finally right for more wide-spread use of these strategies?
This webinar features companies at the forefront of prefabricated and modular design, development, and construction in the Washington. D.C. area. Projects presented on include citizenM (first modular hotel in Washington D.C.), Petworth Share (modular apartment project in Washington D.C.), and Annandale Millwork (prefabricated residential components manufacturer).
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GET INVOLVED
The Alliance for Housing Solutions has gone virtual, and you're invited to join us. We're using the platform Mobilize.io to organize groups and share information. You are welcome to join any of the following groups that spark your interest.
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Housing Action Arlington
Join this coalition to discuss policy updates, advocate for affordable housing resources, and coordinate across housing and service providers. AHS facilitates a monthly meeting (currently via Zoom) for providers and advocates. Join here.
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Missing Middle Network
Learn about and support efforts to allow more missing middle housing through zoning and land use policy reforms. Join here.
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Accessory Dwelling Discussion Group
Learn, discuss, and share efforts to create accessory dwellings through practical discussions, tips, and resources. Join here.
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Increasing the supply of affordable housing through education, policy, advocacy, and innovation.
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