Regional Plans and Housing Policies: Tools and Challenges for Building Equity Speakers: Johnny Jaramillo, Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG); Laura Thomas, Renewed Hope Housing Advocates; Samuel P. Tepperman-Gelfant, Public Advocates; Cindy Wu, Commissioner, San Francisco Planning Commission This workshop provides an introduction to the region’s housing policies and analyses: the Regional Housing Needs Assessment, Housing Elements and the new Fair Housing and Equity Assessment. The panel will discuss the opportunities and challenges these tools have for local agencies and advocates. |