Beth Hall Roalstad at Homeward Pikes Peak
Beth Hall Roalstad at Homeward Pikes Peak
9 Affordable Housing in Colorado Springs
9 Affordable Housing in Colorado Springs
9 Affordable Housing in Colorado Springs
Monday 13th September 2021
Affordable housing leaders discuss challenges and solutions in Colorado Springs on 'A Place for Everyone'. Tune in for valuable insights.
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Get the buttons here!Tackling Affordable Housing in Colorado Springs: Voices from the Frontline
Even if you've been in the housing work for decades, there are policy changes, funding changes, and so you just have to do a lot of homework to stay abreast of what is affecting the industry.
Affordable housing is a hot topic in Colorado Springs, and this episode of 'A Place for Everyone' dives right into it. Hosted by Beth Hall Roalstad from Homeward Pikes Peak, the episode brings together three key figures in the affordable housing sector: Randy and BJ Scott of the Affordable Housing Collaborative, and Barb Van Hoy, a Policy Analyst in the Community Development Division of the City of Colorado Springs.
These experts share their insights on the most pressing housing issues and what’s being done to address them. Did you know that nearly 40% of households in El Paso County struggle to make ends meet, with most earning less than $50,000 a year? Even more alarming, almost 30% of these households are housing cost-burdened, spending over 30% of their income on housing and utilities.
The conversation covers a lot of ground, from the need to preserve affordable housing for low-to-moderate income families to the economic ripple effects of unstable housing. Barb Van Hoy emphasizes the importance of staying updated on policy and funding changes, even for seasoned professionals in the field. Randy and BJ Scott discuss how their organization acts as a hub of information and leads efforts to increase affordable housing options.
They also highlight the crucial role of community engagement in tackling these issues. The episode wraps up with a call to action, urging listeners to get involved and support initiatives like Homeward Pikes Peak's upcoming fundraiser, 'Hope Never Ends'. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of affordable housing and the efforts being made to create lasting solutions in Colorado Springs.