In this episode of Big Ideas Raleigh, we’re joined by Emila Sutton, Director of Raleigh’s Housing and Neighborhoods Department, and Stephen Gruver, Director of Social Services at The Salvation Army, to dive into the critical challenges of affordable housing and homelessness in our city. Together, they explore the current housing crisis, the role of zoning deregulation, and how collaborative community efforts can provide sustainable solutions.

Tune in to learn how these leaders are addressing homelessness through innovative projects and what steps Raleigh residents can take to support affordable housing initiatives. Whether you're a concerned citizen or passionate about urban development, this episode will give you the insights to help shape Raleigh’s future.

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Resources:

More about City of Raleigh’s Housing & Neighborhoods Director, Emila Sutton:
https://raleighnc.gov/community/news/raleigh-names-new-housing-and-neighborhoods-director

Watch the speakers from the City’s Affordable Housing Summit, August 2024:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UMdvLPp1b3k

Or check out a quick recap of the event:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CO6Gyo6U97U

Homelessness is a Housing Problem, by Greg Colburn and Clayton Page Aldern:

https://homelessnesshousingproblem.com/

Learn more about the Unsheltered Homelessness Response Pilot Program, Bringing Neighbors Home

Learn more about all of Raleigh’s Housing Efforts:

https://raleighnc.gov/housing

https://raleighnc.gov/housing/services/affordable-rental-housing/affordable-housing-101

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