This in-person event includes three panels discussing the crisis of affordable housing in our community: how did we get here, where are we at, and where can we go from here?
Come hear diverse perspectives on causes and solutions. Whether you’re a concerned citizen, a local policymaker, or simply want to learn more, we hope you will take part! Don’t miss this opportunity for dialogue. Together, let’s work towards sufficient affordable housing in Santa Cruz.
9:15am – 9:40am — Registration, coffee and pastries London Nelson Center — Room 3
9:40am – 9:50am — Greetings and opening remarks by Mayor Fred Keeley
9:50am – 11:10am — Panel I: How Did We Get Here?
- Gabriel Sanders, Director of Housing & Community Development Policy, Monterey Bay
Economic Partnership - Gary Patton, Former County Supervisor, Santa Cruz County
- Miriam Greenberg, Professor of Sociology, UCSC;
Elena Losada, PhD Student, Sociology, UCSC;
Julian Crown, Undergraduate student researcher, UCSC
11:15am – 12:30pm — Panel II: Where Are We At?
- Elaine Johnson, Executive Director, Housing Santa Cruz County
- Emerald Waters, President, UCSC Student Housing Coalition
- Lira Filippini, Lead, Catalysts for Local Control
12:30pm – 1:30pm — Lunch w/ sandwiches & salads from Erik’s Deli (including vegan options)
1:30pm – 2:40pm — Panel III: Where Do We Go From Here?
- Tom Stagg, Chief Initiatives Officer, Housing Matters
- Diana Alfaro, Lead, Santa Cruz YIMBY Action & Affordable Housing Developer
- Bruce Van Allen, Former Mayor, City of Santa Cruz, & Trustee on the Santa Cruz County Board of Education
2:40pm – 3:15pm — Final Discussions, Dialogue, How to Get Involved, Tabling!
Organized by Our Downtown, Our Future (ourdowntownourfuture.org)
Venue: London Nelson Community Center, 301 Center Street
Venue Phone: 831-420-6177
Venue Website: https://www.cityofsantacruz.com/government/city-departments/parks-recreation/facilities/london-nelson-community-center
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