Purple Line Corridor Housing Action Plan

The Purple Line Corridor Coalition (PLCC), which includes public, non-profit, and private organizations, is working to ensure the Purple Line transit project serving Montgomery and Prince George’s counties will help create a place of opportunity for all who live, work and invest in the corridor. MHP is an active participant.

PLCC has developed a Housing Action Plan, with 12 draft recommendations based on these strategies to preserve and grow opportunities for housing for all within the Purple Line corridor:

• Make sure that there is a diverse mix of homes across the full range of price points.
• Address major challenges that would hinder the ability of residents to continue to afford to live along the corridor whether renting or owning.
• Make it possible for a wider range of families to own their homes across the corridor.

PLCC is seeking comments on the recommendations from interested resident and community stakeholders. Read the recommendations here. Provide your comments and learn more about the coalition here.

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Parkview Manor: A Day to Celebrate

Robert Garren, who has lived at Parkview Manor Apartments in Hyattsville since 1995, spread his arms and said: “It’s a beautiful day!” The cause for celebration was the completion of a transforming renovation of the property, which provides 53 affordable residences in a residential neighborhood close to many amenities.

We welcomed many partners at the celebration, including Kenneth Holt, Secretary, Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development. See more photos here.

We are indebted to the contributions of many partners who provided financing and support, and and to those who worked hard to develop and complete the renovations:

Maryland DHCD

Prince George’s County Department of Housing and Community Development

U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development

City of Hyattsville

Enterprise Community Investments

Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta

NeighborWorks America

Enterprise Community Loan Fund

Miner Feinstein Architects

Hooten Construction

Building Consultants, Inc.

Klein Hornig

Residential One Management

Macris, Hendricks & Glascock, P.A.

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MHP President: Call To Action

The Washington POST published a letter to the editor from MHP President Robert A. Goldman, responding to an Urban Institute assessment of housing challenges in the Washington, DC, metro area.

Read it here.

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MHP’s Latest Annual Report

The theme of MHP’s latest annual report is The Power of Partnership. Take a look.

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Middle School Mural Project Brings Joy

Thanks to a generous grant from the City of Takoma Park, middle school students in MHP’s Future Leaders of the World (FLOW) summer program created a mural for the Sligo View community center. The project was guided by artist Arturo Ho in partnership with Carpe Diem Arts. We are grateful to all who supported the program and joined us for the big reveal of the mural, including Takoma Park City Councilmember Jarrett Smith, representing Ward 5. One of the young artists was asked how the mural made him feel. “It brings me joy,” he said.

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Inclusionary Zoning, Getting from ‘NIMBY’ to ‘YIMBY’

MHP President Robert Goldman reflected on the organization’s 30-year history in advancing the cause of affordable housing in the County. He made his comments in an appearance on Montgomery Community Media’s “Montgomery Week in Review” public affairs program.

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MHP Acquires Worthington Woods in DC

MHP is proud to announce its latest acquisition: Worthington Woods Apartments in Washington, DC. This is MHP first property located in the District. Worthington Woods, located at 4419 3rd St SE, provides 394 units. This brings the total of affordable homes provided by MHP to over 2,000! Learn more about the Worthington Woods acquisition, which was announced at a news conference with DC Mayor Murial Bowser, here.

 

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MHP Celebrates End of Metro ‘Turnback’ Policy Affecting Commuters in Wheaton Area

MHP President Robert A. Goldman joined members of Montgomery County Council, County officials and community representatives in celebrating the end of the Metro “turnback” policy, which meant half of Red Line trains stopped at the Silver Spring Metro station and turned back, rather than continuing on to serve riders trying to get to the Wheaton, Forest Glen and Glenmont stations. WMATA recently agreed to end the long-standing policy, which was extending commutes and negatively affecting the quality of life for area residents, including those living in MHP’s affordable homes.

Here is his statement at a media event on July 1:

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Learning on the Links

MHP’s 2019 Norman Christeller Golf Classic included a golf clinic for middle-school-aged residents who take part in MHP youth programs. Proceeds from the golf tournament help fund MHP student enrichment programs.

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Apartment Assistance Program ‘Going Green’ Seminar

Owners and managers of small apartment buildings learned about ways to conserve energy, protect the environment, and save money at a “Going Green” seminar presented by the MHP Apartment Assistance Program, an effort supported by Montgomery County’s Department of Housing and Community Affairs. Many thanks to El Golfo restaurant in Long Branch for hosting.

Here are links to three presentations from the seminar:

Going Green Tips from Montgomery County DEP

EmPower Maryland PEPCO Presentation – Energy Savings for Small Businesses

Montgomery County Green Bank Presentation — Clean Energy Partnerships

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