The Housing Committee works to preserve the unique character, culture, and economic vitality of our community by ensuring that it welcomes and supports a diverse population, representative of every income level. Toward that goal, the Hillsdale Housing Committee is committed to preserving and increasing opportunities for low and middle-income individuals, couples, and families to make Hillsdale their permanent home.
Members
- Ellen Levy, Chair
- Tom Carty, Town Board Liaison
- Shirley Bresler
- Joe Browdy
- Rene Gibson
- Richard Kumaro
- Frank Upham
- Joan Wallstein
- Laurie Winfrey
- Committee Meeting Notes are available here.
Programs and Activities
- Conduct research to measure the need for below-market-rate housing and recommend strategies to achieve a greater range of housing choices;
- Raise awareness among, and enlist the support of, key community interest groups about the need for a variety of housing options, including below-market-rate housing. Those groups include:
- Hillsdale residents, homeowners and renters, full-time and part-time residents
- Elected officials
- Real estate professionals and organizations
- Church leaders
- Social service organizations
- Explore successful examples of affordable housing activities in surrounding communities.
- Recommend changes to the current zoning ordinances and other local or State rules, if necessary, to facilitate the preservation of existing and the creation of additional, lower-cost housing for local residents, including seniors and working families, within the Town.
- Seek to provide some below-market housing within the Town, through cooperation with Habitat for Humanity, a qualified developer, or consultant.
Here is a great informational booklet with great resources and links.
