#alamedahousingauthority — Public Fediverse posts

"On September 1, City Council approved a $25.5 million financial backstop to keep the Stardust Gardens supportive housing project on track amid a contentious dispute between City and Housing Authority officials over federal housing vouchers," reports Karin K. Jensen. https://alamedapost.com/news/city-council-backs-stardust-gardens-funding-after-housing-authority-dispute/

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The Stardust Gardens development for extremely low-income tenants will need an additional $1M a year to cover expenses. The City and Housing Authority are at an impasse, unable to resolve a housing voucher debate. Jean Chen talks with both parties to investigate the problem. https://alamedapost.com/news/city-and-housing-authority-at-odds-over-stardust-gardens-vouchers/

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On January 6, City Council unanimously accepted The Road Home Final Report, the City’s five-year strategic plan to prevent and respond to homelessness. "The report noted both an increase in total homelessness and positive growth in sheltered capacity," reports Karin K. Jensen. https://alamedapost.com/news/city-council-approves-homelessness-report-new-collections-policy/

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The Alameda Housing Authority celebrates 85 years of creating affordable housing opportunities for low-income individuals and families in the City of Alameda, and looks toward the future—"Together we carry on the mission of giving everyone the chance to have a safe place to call home.” https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-housing-authority-celebrates-85th-anniversary/

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The Housing Authority of the City of Alameda has announced that seven studio apartments at Park Alameda are now available. Eligibility is income-restricted, and the rents range from $930 per month to $1,349 per month. The deadline to apply is Monday, October 20, by 5 p.m. https://alamedapost.com/news/waiting-list-open-for-seven-studio-apartments-at-park-alameda/

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Two new affordable housing communities, including the City of Alameda’s first 100% permanent supportive housing community, are open. Vicky Nguyen reports that Linnet Corner and Estuary I are the beginnings of the North Housing project, which promises over 500 rental units for low-income residents. https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-celebrates-new-permanent-supportive-housing/

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On September 23, electric vehicle drivers and Alameda officials gathered to celebrate new EV chargers on Eagle Avenue. "The chargers, provided by It’s Electric, are curbside and publicly accessible," reports Jean Chen. Download the app to get a free charging cable. Photos by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/news/city-celebrates-new-ev-chargers-everett-commons/

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Alamedans expressed concerns over increased traffic, parking availability, and the design for a new affordable housing development, The Poplar. Vicky Nguyen reports that The Poplar will include 50 to 60 units, with preference for up to 25% of the units to be considered for AUSD teachers and staff. https://alamedapost.com/news/neighbors-express-concerns-over-new-housing-development-poplar/

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The Alameda Housing Authority is opening a waitlist for the newly-built Linnet Corner, an affordable housing community for seniors. Individuals age 62 and older who meet income requirements may apply for one of the 23 studio apartments. Applicants will be selected by a lottery for the waitlist. https://alamedapost.com/news/applications-new-affordable-senior-housing-opens-april-4/

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Unhoused disabled veterans who are 62 or older now have an opportunity to live in a furnished studio or one-bedroom apartment in Linnet Corner, a newly built housing community. Join the interest list online. https://alamedapost.com/news/affordable-senior-housing-alamedas-unhoused-disabled-veterans/

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The Alameda County Housing Authority has announced that at least two three-bedroom homes in Alameda are now available at Dignity Commons. To qualify, households must include four to six people, and the total household income must be below 50% of AMI. Applications are due by January 12. https://alamedapost.com/news/dignity-commons-accepting-applications-for-3br-homes/

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The Housing Authority of the City of Alameda (AHA) will open its waitlists for the Housing Choice Voucher program and select Project-Based Voucher programs on December 3 at noon. AHA will stop accepting waitlist applications on December 16 at noon.

https://alamedapost.com/news/housing-authority-open-waitlist-for-voucher-programs/

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On November 19, City Council accepted the 2024 Progress Report on 'The Road Home, A City’s Five-Year Strategic Plan to Prevent and Respond to Homelessness in Alameda.' Karin K. Jensen reports that although the City has increased support, unsheltered homelessness has increased as well.

https://alamedapost.com/news/council-accepts-report-efforts-combat-rising-homelessness/

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After 20 years serving the community as APC's Executive Director, Doug Biggs is stepping back. Biggs talks with Kelsey Goeres about his time at APC, "It's just been phenomenal to work with these folks and see the success that we've had." Photo by Maurice Ramirez.

https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-point-collaboratives-doug-biggs-retiring/

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Alameda Mayor Marilyn Ezzy Ashcraft talks with representatives for Varazze, Italy, Alameda’s sister city on the Mediterranean coast. She also invites Alamedans to apply for upcoming openings on several boards and commissions.

https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/get-involved-in-alamedas-boards-and-commissions/

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The Housing Authority of the City of Alameda and its affiliate, Island City Development, hosted an event on April 24 to celebrate the beginning of construction of the North Housing Master Plan. Kelsey Goeres reports that 586 affordable homes are in the works.

https://alamedapost.com/news/alameda-housing-authority-celebrates-upcoming-affordable-homes/

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Poppy Place features 370- to 400-square-foot studio apartments located in the refurbished complex that was once Hawthorne Suites. The apartments will have rents ranging from $518 to $1,554, depending on the applicant's income.

https://alamedapost.com/news/applications-open-for-poppy-place-studio-apartments/

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Affordable housing is a pressing concern for many Alamedans, but what actually qualifies as "affordable?" Liz Barrett dives into the details on requirements, market influences and rates, and why reasonable home costs are seemingly out of reach for many.

https://alamedapost.com/news/what-is-affordable-housing-in-alameda/

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