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Here you'll find the latest information about what's happening at our member organizations, opportunities in the community, and the latest news from the Legislature. Also VAHC Staff share their thoughts about the housing crisis in Vermont.

David Martins

May 24, 20111 min read

Shumlin to address regional sustainability meeting

Source: VTdigger, May 22, 2011, Press Release by David Raphael, LandWorks “Governor Shumlin to Address Regional Sustainability Meeting ...

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David Martins

May 24, 20112 min read

Habitat dedicates new home in Shaftsbury

Source: Bennington Banner, May 22, 2011, by Zeke Wright“SHAFTSBURY — Bennington Habitat had some new obstacles during construction of ...

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David Martins

May 17, 20112 min read

Bennington Area’s home sales starting to improve

Source: Bennington Banner, May13, 2011, by Keith Whitcomb Jr. “BENNINGTON — Homes sales are picking up a little in this area, but they...

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David Martins

May 17, 20111 min read

Plattsburgh seeks housing for evacuees

Source: WCAX.com, Plattsburgh, New York – May 13, 2011, by Matt Hensen. “The city of Plattsburgh is looking for landlords. About 50...

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David Martins

May 17, 20112 min read

Upcoming Events

Affordable Housing Program Training in Lebenon NH – May 24, 2011, 11:00 AM-2:30 PM – Marriott Courtyard, Hanover/Lebanon, NH. The Federal...

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David Martins

May 9, 20111 min read

Reminder: Monthly Coalition Meeting

Dear VAHC Members and Friends, The next Coalition meeting will be held: 9:30-11:30 AM, May 11, 2011 VT Center for Independent Living 11...

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David Martins

May 9, 20111 min read

New group home takes shape in Burlington

Source: Burlington Free Press, May 6, by Joel Banner Baird “In the wake of nail-biting negotiations, hammers and nails transform a ...

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David Martins

May 9, 20112 min read

Funds for housing counseling shouldn’t be cut

Source: The Washington Post, May 4, 2011, by Michelle Singletary Michelle Singletary, a recent speaker at the National Low Income...

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David Martins

May 9, 20111 min read

SAVE THE DATE – GOVERNOR'S SUMMIT ON HOUSING THE HOMELESS – JUNE 7

Join the Governor, Homeless providers and advocates, and the Agency of Human Services to discuss concrete solutions of helping the...

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David Martins

May 9, 20111 min read

SAVE THE DATE – GOVERNOR’S SUMMIT ON HOUSING THE HOMELESS – JUNE 7

Join the Governor, Homeless providers and advocates, and the Agency of Human Services to discuss concrete solutions of helping the...

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David Martins

May 3, 20112 min read

Vermont Ranked Among Least Affordable States for Renters

Source: VAHC Out Of Reach Press Release 2011 Vermont Ranked Among Least Affordable States for Renters National Housing Affordability...

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David Martins

Apr 28, 20111 min read

CHT and Howard Center Move Forward to renovate 322 St. Paul St.

Champlain Housing Trust (CHT) and the Howard Center are moving forward to renovate 322 St. Paul into a group home for the residents of...

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David Martins

Apr 26, 20111 min read

Vermont Federal Rental Assistance Impacts

Source: The Center for Budget and Policy Priorities, April 20, 2011, by Barbara Sard The Center for Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP)...

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David Martins

Apr 26, 20111 min read

Report: Renters face record high affordability problems

Source: Housing Matters Blog, April 26, 2011, by Craig Bailey “The recent recession pushed the number of renters who pay more than half...

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David Martins

Apr 26, 20111 min read

Housing group asset transfer moves ahead

Source: Brattleboro Reformer, April 23, 2011, by Howard Weiss-Tisman “BRATTLEBORO — Windham Housing Trust members have approved a plan...

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Delegation looks for aid after Brooks House fire

David Martins

Apr 26, 20112 min read

Delegation looks for aid after Brooks House fire

Source: Brattleboro Reformer, April 22, 2011, by Chris Garofolo [From right, Heidi Doyle, Jenny Hicks, behind Hicks, and Desiree Shrift...

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David Martins

Apr 26, 20112 min read

In the News: Housing Wage Report

As many may know, the 2011 Housing Wage Report was released on April 21, by Vermont Housing Finance Agency. This is an annual report that...

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David Martins

Apr 20, 20111 min read

Reminder: Housing Wage Report Release THURSDAY 4/21

Reminder that the 2011 Housing/Wage report will be released Thursday, April 21, at the State house in the Cedar Creek Room at NOON. If...

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BROOKSIDE MOBILE HOME PARK’S YOUTH GARDEN PROJECT KICKS OFF ON GLOBAL YOUTH SERVICE DAY

David Martins

Apr 18, 20111 min read

BROOKSIDE MOBILE HOME PARK’S YOUTH GARDEN PROJECT KICKS OFF ON GLOBAL YOUTH SERVICE DAY

Youth-Led Project Addresses Environmental Awareness in STARKSBORO, VT as Part of Global Youth Service Day ### Disney’s Friends for Change...

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David Martins

Apr 18, 20111 min read

Federal Budget Update

Source: Memo to Members, April 15, 2011 “On April 14, seven months into FY11, Congress brought the FY11 funding drama to a close by...

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