Latest News - April

2018 Impact Report

Our region’s housing costs continue to outpace local incomes. LRCD’s focus on building healthy homes for the people who live and work here year-round is critical to economic development in the Lakes Region. We are proud of what we accomplished in 2018. Please take a moment to read through our 2018 Impact Report and consider making a donation today in support of our work.

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Legislative Update

As the 2019 session of the New Hampshire Legislature progresses, two bills that we care about continue to make progress.
 
Senate Bill 15 provides a one-time $10 million appropriation to New Hampshire’s Affordable Housing Fund and establishes a $5 million annual transfer into the Fund from Real Estate Transfer Tax revenues. SB15 passed the Senate in mid-March. It was introduced in the House on March 20th and referred to the House Finance Committee, where it will have its first hearing on April 23rd. If one of your representatives is on the House Finance Committee, please contact them to express your support of SB15.
 
Senate Bill 84 calls for a significant increase in funding for homeless services and eviction prevention. SB 84 also passed the Senate in March. It was subsequently “laid on the table.” By doing this, the Senate has established their position on the funding contained in the bill and will use that position during budget negotiations with the House. Please call or email your state senator and ask them to include the funding from SB 84 in the Senate’s version of the budget.

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Secure Your Tee Sponsorship Today

Our 4th Annual Putt Putt Tournament is only two months away! Sponsor a tee today for only $100. Your logo will be seen by 150+ participants and you will be supporting a great cause!
 
To secure your sponsorship, click HERE or contact Caitlin Meaney at 603.524.0747 ext. 108 or at cmeaney@lrcommunitydevelopers.org.

The tournament is on Friday, June 21st from 4 pm to 7 pm at Pirates Cove, Winnisquam.

THANK YOU TO OUR TEE SPONSORS OF THE WEEK!

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Green Tip - Earth Day!

As a NeighborWorks America Green Designated Organization, we have incorporated green practices across all our lines of business, and we strive to inspire our community to choose green practices for their homes and businesses. We hope you enjoy our monthly Green Tip.

“In nature, nothing exists alone.” - Rachel Carson, 1962

Earth Day is April 22nd.  On this day take a moment to enjoy the outdoors, the fresh air, and the sounds of nature. It is a day that we can take time out of our busy schedules to consider the environment and what steps we can take to minimize our impact.

Celebrate Earth Day by appreciating and respecting the natural world. Click here for some ideas to inspire you!