July
6
2020
MHP is a co-author of a new survey report and data base that estimates how many communities have pledged local funds for emergency rental assistance and what practices are being used to administer these programs.
May
26
2020
MHP has updated its Housing Toolbox website with information to help communities support residents impacted by COVID-19.
May
11
2020
BOSTON --- Following up on many questions raised during the April 22 webinar before 500 participants, MHP's Shelly Goehring has compiled a comprehensive Q&A on how to use local funds to run an effective, short-term emergency rental assistance program.
May
7
2020
In the weeks since Governor Baker signed legislation to help municipalities govern during the COVID-19 emergency, communities have continued to review housing proposals and planning initiatives. Here's a rundown on what communities are working to move affordable housing forward.
April
23
2020
Since the COVID-19 health emergency, Massachusetts has passed a law and signed three executive orders to help cities and towns pass budgets and keep local government moving. MHP municipal expert Katy Lacy boils down the measures and what it means for affordable housing.
April
21
2020
Over 400 have signed up for the Wednesday, April 22 virtual training on using local funds for rental assistance. If you haven’t done so, better hurry before registration closes. If you’re already in, here’s a short Q&A to help you prepare for the session.