Supervisors Boddye & Bailey are hosting a community dialogue on making quality housing more accessible for all Prince William County residents…
Prince William County Supervisors Andrea O. Bailey and Kenny Boddye invite community members to attend their Housing Matters Town Hall on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024, at IKEA in Woodbridge. Registration and information stations open at 6:00 PM; program is 6:30-8:00 PM. During this free event, attendees will learn from economic experts, hear real-life stories from individuals navigating the housing market, and discuss existing and proposed solutions for improving housing accessibility.
Keith Waters, Assistant Director of George Mason University’s Center for Regional Analysis, will set the stage with an overview of the region’s housing market. Other speakers will include Northern Virginia Housing Alliance Executive Director Jill Norcross and members of the County’s housing and planning offices. Following the presentations, audience members will be invited to ask questions and share ideas.
“I’m enthusiastic to have some of the superlative members of the Prince William County staff join us in this collaborative effort. When we work together in unity, we can accomplish anything,” said Bailey.
Boddye emphasized the human side of the issue. “When we talk about housing, we are really talking about people—your child’s teacher, your favorite barista, our police and firefighters,” Boddye said. “I’m excited for this collaborative discussion on how together we can make housing more attainable for everyone who contributes to the vibrancy of our community.”
Housing Matters registration is now open. The event will be held in the second-floor dining area; light refreshments will be served courtesy of host sponsor, IKEA. Find more information and sign up for this free community event at occoq.org/housing123, or call 703-792-4645 with questions.