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Redevelopment
New Law Protects Public Housing Tenants in Massachusetts Facing Redevelopment DOWNLOAD THIS AS A PDF In August 2024, the Governor signed into law The Affordable Homes Act (also known as Housing Bond bill). Section 35 of the new law protects tenants during public housing redevelopment. [1] But the law is only one tool. It is…
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Mass Union’s 2024-2025 Policy Agenda
In the Fall of 2023 Mass Union adopted nine policy priority areas listed here. We are proud to report accomplishments in many of them! See our list of accomplishments here. In 2024-2025, Mass Union will continue to focus on the following items. In coalition with other groups, ensure that the bond cap is increased in…
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Nov 14: Changes to Rent Determination – Webinar with EOHLC
11am-12pm Via Zoom Join Mass Union and the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) for a webinar about changes to the rent determination process. On June 7, 2024, the state updated 760 CMR 6.00, the regulations that cover rent in public housing. Read about the changes here. Join us for this webinar for…
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Thank You to Our Convention Sponsors!
SILVER SPONSOR PATRON HOUSING AUTHORITIES SUSTAINER HOUSING AUTHORITY SPONSOR HOUSING AUTHORITIES Honorable Mentions Webster Housing Authority, Somerville Housing Authority
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Mass Union’s Proposed Bylaws Amendments
The following information will be submitted to our affiliates at our Fall 2024 Convention by Bylaws Committee Chairs Don Hamilton and Nicole Beckles and Mass Union Chair Dave Underhill. October 19, 2024 Hello from Mass Union! Enclosed please see eleven (11) proposed changes to our bylaws. These changes are offered in the spirit of streamlining…
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Fall 2024 Convention Agenda Details
Friday, October 18 3:00 – Hotel Check-In Opens 3:00–5:00 – Registration Saturday, October 19 8:00am – Registration Opens 9:00-10:45 – Hot Breakfast Buffet 11:00 – Welcome & Legislator Remarks With distinguished guests Senator Adam Gomez and Representative Carlos González 11:40 – Workshops Round I Local Tenant Organization Compliance and Officer Roles Stonehaven Room Spanish translation…
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Nov 7: Brockton & South Shore In-Person Training
Mass Union is very excited to head down to Brockton on November 7, 2024, for an in-person training session! The training is free for public housing residents and all are welcome. We will focus on key skills for running a successful Local Tenant Organization, such as the following: Building power through strength in numbers (Spaghetti Power!)…
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Mass Budget: A Closer Look at the 2024 Housing Bond Bill
New Report from Mass Budget! Click to read: How big are the investments in the Affordable Homes Act? A closer look at the 2024 housing bond bill
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October 22: Crafting Connection: Using Storytelling and Communication to Build Resilient Organizations
Crafting Connection: Using Storytelling and Communication to Build Resilient Organizations An Event from YW Boston Join our expert speakers, Austyn Ellese Mayfield, Anouska Bhattacharyya, Ph.D., and David Brown, joined by moderator Cristela Guerra as they guide you through strategies for fostering inclusivity and engagement in your workforce. You’ll learn: The power of storytelling to cultivate empathy and…