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WHAT A PARTY! Over 100 people joined us for “Keepin’ It 100: a Party for Housing” this past Saturday at the Jackson Center. In addition to dancing, eating hot dogs, having their faces painted, and mingling with neighbors and friends, attendees had the opportunity to learn about and advocate for 100 new affordable homes being proposed for Trinity Court and Jay Street. Check out some highlights from the day:

Here are some quotes attendees shared:

• My family and I are excited about new neighbors moving into our community, joining our neighborhood and our school, because…”our world needs to be less divided, less segregated. Our children will grow up with more understanding and empathy of our rich diverse community.”
• I am eager to welcome individuals and families to 100 new affordable homes in my community because…”Chapel Hill will be stronger, healthier, a better place where everyone can afford to live and work.”
• My family and I are excited about new neighbors moving into our community, joining our neighborhood and our school, because…”everyone has the right to a safe affordable home! YES to housing for all!”
• I am eager to welcome individuals and families to 100 new affordable homes in my community because…”they need to be in a place with loving people.”
• I love living in my community because…”it is a community that wants to be there for each other. 100 more homes that are affordable will help life a lot!”
• My family and I are excited about new neighbors moving into our community, joining our neighborhood and our school, because…”more diverse neighborhoods promotes kinder and healthier communities.”
• I am eager to welcome individuals and families to 100 new affordable homes in my community because…”families deserve not to be priced out of their neighborhoods!”
• I urge you to vote YES on the new affordable developments at Jay Street and Trinity Court because…”NC is a home for everyone.”

If you missed the party, it’s not too late to share your support!

• Sign up to speak at the next virtual Town Council meeting! Our Council members need to hear from their constituents about why you support welcoming new neighbors into the community. It’s easy: just sign up, and you’ll have 2-3 minutes to share your thoughts on the Zoom call.
• Write an email or a letter! If public speaking isn’t your thing, you can make your voice heard in writing. Submit letters by email to mayorandcouncil@townofchapelhill.org or by mail to Town Hall, Second Floor, 405 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Chapel Hill, NC 27514-5705.
• Sign the petition! 126 people have already signed on in support of 100 new affordable homes. Add your name to the growing list!
• Complete our survey! We’d love to have your input about what amenities and resources you’d like to see included at Jay Street.

Questions? Contact Daniele Berman at dberman@communityhometrust.org.