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Local and Statewide Affordable Housing Aid: Case Studies
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Tuesday, September 9, 9:00-10:00 a.m.
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In 2023, the Minnesota Legislature approved the Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA) program, funded by a 0.25% Metro sales tax for use in the 7-county Twin Cities Metropolitan area, and a Statewide Affordable Housing Aid (SAHA) program funded through appropriations. Cities and counties have discretion to spend funds on a broad range of eligible affordable housing projects, including for emergency rental assistance.
Join us to hear from three counties and cities about how they have utilized LAHA and SAHA funds, what has worked and challenges confronted.
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Our program will feature:
- Madeline Kastler, Deputy Director, Housing and Community Services, Dakota County
- David Dunn, Director, Olmsted County Housing and Planning
- John Kinara, Housing and Redevelopment Coordinator, City of Brooklyn Park
After case study presentations, we will host a panel discussion with our guests. Local and Statewide Affordable Housing Aid resources are here.
This event is sponsored by the Minnesota ERASE campaign, which works to end rental arrears and stop eviction through advocacy for emergency rental assistance and related resources.
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Engaging the Unhoused Workforce
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. - presentation and panel discussion
The housing crisis in Minnesota is having a profound impact on both employers and job seekers—reflecting challenges seen nationwide. For employers, the stigma surrounding individuals experiencing homelessness can lead to unconscious bias, influencing hiring decisions based on harmful stereotypes about reliability, work ethic, or capability. For job seekers, housing instability creates barriers that can make it difficult to secure and retain employment.
Join us for an important webinar this September as we explore how to better engage and support the unhoused workforce. Topics will include:
- What does it mean to be unhoused?
- Engaging with the unhoused workforce: why it matters.
- How can employers recognize and overcome hidden biases toward this talent pool?
From 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM, hear from DEED's Workforce Strategy Consultants and expert panelists as they discuss this topic and share insights and solutions.
Featured panelists include:
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Deanna Monroe - Case Manager, Minnesota Housing
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Katie Brown - Case Manager, Leech Lake Housing Authority Homeless Resources Program
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Denise Goldman - Site Director of the Reengagement Center, Project for Pride in Living
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Derrek Christensen - Alumni Program Coordinator, Wildflyer Coffee
Webinar Facilitator: Adesewa Adesiji - Metro Area Workforce Strategy Consultant, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)
If you have any issues registering, please try using Google Chrome.
For general inquiries and accommodation requests, please email: adesewa.adesiji@state.mn.us
In the late summer and fall of 2025, MNJRC is conducting focus groups with professionals like you to improve our understanding of the impact of background checks and expungements on Minnesotans. Here's what you can expect:
- facilitated dialogue circles
- connections to resources for more information about Clean Slate
- time to connect with other professionals/practitioners
- food/refreshments (when in-person)
- Click above to RSVP
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Our Mission To provide a healthy drug and alcohol free environment, through fellowship, guidance and community. Helping individuals to grow and strive for a lifestyle that will promote long term sobriety.
Our in-home meetings are based and revolve around the AA and NA programs to help individuals maintain stability and balance to reclaim theirs lives.
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