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Exceptional Achievements in Affordable Housing
General Release: State Honors Exceptional People in Affordable Housing
On September 28, 2011 at the Davenport Hotel in Spokane, the Washington
State Housing Finance Commission presented one lifetime achievement
award and seven Friend of Housing awards to exceptional individuals at a
ceremony attended by more than 300 people involved in affordable
housing. The event took place during the annual Housing Washington
conference.
“This year’s nominees represent a broad spectrum of distinguished
individuals who have worked at achieving impact in their communities
with imagination, leadership, and service,” said Washington State
Housing Finance Commission Executive Director Kim Herman. “Even though,
in this economy, livelihoods are threatened and funding for housing and
social services are reduced, there is a strong resolve to succeed in our
work and our honorees are remarkable in what they have each
accomplished.”
Washington’s tradition of excellence in affordable housing is exemplified through the efforts of individuals and organizations around the state that are committed to improving access to affordable housing and enhancing the quality of life for its residents. The Commission honors individuals and organizations throughout Washington for their contributions in providing affordable housing to low- and moderate-income residents. Friend of Housing Awards are presented to affordable housing advocates who have been instrumental in:
- Creating and/or supporting affordable housing;
- Implementing housing-related programs, innovative financing mechanisms, educational efforts; or,
- Helping
others to solve housing problems.
MARGARET M. SEVY AFFORDABLE HOUSING LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
The Commission also recognizes and celebrates the sustained work of individuals for their exceptional contributions, vision, and unwavering commitment to promoting affordable housing in Washington State.
MORE INFORMATION
For more information about these awards please contact:
Bill Wortley at 206-464-7139 /Fax 206-587-5113 or Patricia Williams
Patricia.Williams@wshfc.org.
09/26/2011