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Montco Stakeholders Gather to Address Housing Crisis
At a time when Montgomery County residents are being evicted from their home at a rate of 22 per day, Health Spark Foundation CEO Emma...
Michael Hays
Feb 13, 20242 min read
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Local, State Electeds Convene Around Policy
With representation from across the county’s diverse municipalities, Montco 30% Project led a discussion last week about housing policy...
Michael Hays
Feb 5, 20241 min read
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State Action Needed to Incentivize Affordable Housing
On Thursday evening, we hosted a Policy Forum to discuss actions at the local and state levels. A full article with notes from the...
Michael Hays
Feb 4, 20243 min read
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Help Shape Land Use & Housing Planning
Every 10 to 20 years, citizens have an opportunity to help shape the land use and character of their communities. The process is called...
Michael Hays
Jan 21, 20242 min read
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Wanted: Policy Action; Forum Set for 2/1
When I took the oath of office in Spring City Borough as a new council member in 2010, I remember being determined and somewhat anxious...
Michael Hays
Jan 13, 20242 min read
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In Pottstown: Public Comment Restricted, Mixed Message on Homeless Sweep Plans
“Another outsider.” Pottstown Borough Manager Justin Keller – eyebrows furrowed – could be heard with a muffled sigh from the public...
Michael Hays
Jan 5, 20242 min read
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Five Books I Loved This Year
As we wind down the year and prepare to celebrate the Montco 30% Project’s first anniversary next month, I thought I would share a few...
Michael Hays
Dec 28, 20233 min read
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Norristown Zoning Board Rebukes Council, Allows Shelter to Stay Open
Four days before Christmas, St. John’s Church in Norristown needed a variance from the local zoning board to avoid closing in the midst...
Michael Hays
Dec 22, 20232 min read
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West Norriton, Others Working to Expand Region's Shelter Capacity
Outgoing County Commissioner Ken Lawrence and staff outlined the recommendations and goals of the Homelessness Task Force during...
Michael Hays
Dec 16, 20232 min read
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Mailbox: "We Don't Need Any More Affordable"
Letters-to-the-editor remain one of the most read sections of news websites. Meanwhile, comments on social media accounts are like a raw...
Michael Hays
Dec 15, 20232 min read
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Thoughts from Code Blue Forum
“Get close to the issue.” ~ Sunanda Charles, panelist More than 60 community members filled the room during this week’s Code Blue...
Michael Hays
Dec 8, 20232 min read
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No Arrests or Citations, Judge Tells Pottstown
In the middle of a county-declared “Code Blue,” a federal judge told Pottstown Borough this week that police may not arrest or issue a...
Michael Hays
Nov 29, 20232 min read
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From Upper Gwynedd to Lower Pottsgrove, More Housing for Working Families is Needed
Almost no one likes a long commute to work. Employers, workers, legislators, and developers may have found near consensus on this kitchen...
Michael Hays
Nov 19, 20232 min read
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Mark Your Calendar: Dec. 6 for Montco 30% Forum
Join us for a panel discussion and open forum in Pottstown with your neighbors, community activists, and elected officials about Montco's...
Michael Hays
Nov 18, 20231 min read
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Pottstown Borough Sued in Court
Two homeless individuals and a non-profit are suing Pottstown Borough in court. Stating that their clients will suffer “cruel and unusual...
Michael Hays
Nov 10, 20232 min read
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Pottstown Sweeps Loom Dec. 1
When I introduced myself to my first class as a new teacher in Reading a few years ago, I showed them an illustration of the Schuylkill...
Michael Hays
Nov 4, 20233 min read
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Ways to "Get in the Way" in November
November offers plenty of opportunities to demonstrate, take action on housing, and raise funds for worthwhile local causes. During the...
Michael Hays
Nov 3, 20232 min read
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Commissioner Winder Wants to Hold Housing Affordability Summit
Although we did not receive questionnaire responses from the Democratic candidates running for Montgomery County Commissioner, Jamila...
Michael Hays
Oct 27, 20232 min read
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PA Experiences “Historic Highs” in Evictions
Imagine for a moment living on a fixed income. Senior citizens and disabled individuals – many of whom rely heavily on Social Security –...
Michael Hays
Oct 21, 20232 min read
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Ferry, DiBello Answer Candidate Survey on Housing
All three seats on Montgomery County's Board of Commissioners are up for grabs on November 7. Last month, the Montco 30% Project emailed...
Michael Hays
Oct 12, 20235 min read
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