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Just an idea and I am sure one that has been tossed about already….
Have Delancey Street partner with city and convert some of the empty buildings that dot the city to housing units. Owners of the buildings could be offered a write-off for converting and could be given monthly rent. Tenants could be employed or given discounts if they assist in maintaining building via certain chores. Partner with senior groups to convert some units for senior/low-income and consider a buddy system with younger tenants.
As we all know, each of us is connected to each other and the world around us. What one does, affects the others. Negative folks and bad behaviour have stolen all the attention these days so how about campaigning to have better manners. Housing units could really benefit from a cohesive group of tenants who look out for each other and who are rewarded for taking care of their buildings and one another. Delancey Street has the knowledge needed to start such a group housing project. And there are numerous senior organizations that could offer ideas as well as names of needy elders who could benefit from such a diverse housing co-op.
Again, the buildings are already there. It is about spending the time, energy and money to convert them.
It’s about looking out for each other and making housing more affordable and creative.
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