Placer County launches series of events in recognition of Affordable Housing Month

Placer County is recognizing Affordable Housing Month in May through a series of events to underscore the county's ongoing commitment to addressing the critical need for safe, stable and affordable housing for all residents. Throughout May, Placer County will highlight a series of events to raise awareness about affordable housing issues, feature available resources and foster collaboration among community stakeholders. "Affordable Housing Month provides an opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to finding innovative solutions and working together to expand housing opportunities in Placer County," said Housing Manager Nikki Streegan. "Our staff work hard throughout the year to establish innovative programs, create partnerships with stakeholders in the housing space and find new funding sources, so this is a great chance to recognize work accomplished to date and the road ahead." As part of Affordable Housing Month, community partner Housing Trust Placer celebrates a key milestone in expanding affordable housing opportunities in Placer County with the Parkside at Sabre City community – which is now leasing and accepting applications on a first-come first-served basis. Those interested may contact Titan Property management at parkside@titanrei.com for more information. Events featured during affordable housing month include: May 7, 11 a.m. - Webinar: Introducing the California Housing and Homelessness Agency A virtual event will highlight the summer launch of the California Housing and Homelessness Agency and its role in advancing the state's housing goals. Speakers include Deputy Secretary Christina Mun of the Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency, Sarah Karlinsky of the Terner Center and Geeta Rao of Enterprise Community Partners. Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/nzrykbrPTOqxRW0h8RXVvw#/registration May 7, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. - Affordable Housing Developer Mixer, Western Placer County – Crooked Lane Brewing, AuburnConnect with fellow developers, community partners and property owners at an affordable housing developer mixer. This event offers a casual setting to network, share ideas and explore opportunities to collaborate on housing solutions in the region. Light food provided. Beverages available for purchase. May 13, 12 p.m. - Rocklin Pacific Street Apartments CelebrationHousingWorks will host a "Going Vertical: Celebration of Community" for its Pacific Street Apartments development from 12 to 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 13, at 5000 Pacific St., Rocklin, at the corner of Oak and Pacific streets. In September 2023, the Placer County Housing Authority awarded eight project-based vouchers each to Pacific Street Apartments Four and Nine. The developer was selected through a Placer County Housing Authority request-for-qualifications process. For more information on these events and Placer's affordable housing initiatives, visit placer.ca.gov/10220/Placer-County-Affordable-Housing-Month-2.