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Michael Hays
Oct 14, 20245 min read
Lives are Changed by Servants at Ann Frances
“Ann Frances saved my life.” Kirk, who was previously living on the street contemplating suicide, found new hope after landing an...
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Michael Hays
Sep 27, 20241 min read
October Calendar: New & Noteworthy
October features the next county commissioners evening meeting “on the road,” in addition to several fundraisers for local human service...
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Michael Hays
Jul 13, 20241 min read
On Tap this Week in Montco
This upcoming week, a regional planning group discusses a draft housing plan, Norristown Council holds its first public meeting since the...
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Michael Hays
Jun 18, 20242 min read
Growing Coalition to Host Rally for Unhoused on 6/25
With the U.S. Supreme Court expected to rule very soon on a pivotal case that is expected to have lasting effects on homelessness policy,...
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Michael Hays
May 11, 20241 min read
Commissioners Take Meetings on the Road May 23
EDITED: Thursday's Lower Providence Zoning Hearing Board meeting related to Genny's Place has been canceled. The Montgomery County...
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Michael Hays
Feb 13, 20242 min read
Montco Stakeholders Gather to Address Housing Crisis
At a time when Montgomery County residents are being evicted from their home at a rate of 22 per day, Health Spark Foundation CEO Emma...
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Michael Hays
Feb 5, 20241 min read
Local, State Electeds Convene Around Policy
With representation from across the county’s diverse municipalities, Montco 30% Project led a discussion last week about housing policy...
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Michael Hays
Jan 21, 20242 min read
Help Shape Land Use & Housing Planning
Every 10 to 20 years, citizens have an opportunity to help shape the land use and character of their communities. The process is called...
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Michael Hays
Jan 13, 20242 min read
Wanted: Policy Action; Forum Set for 2/1
When I took the oath of office in Spring City Borough as a new council member in 2010, I remember being determined and somewhat anxious...
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Michael Hays
Dec 8, 20232 min read
Thoughts from Code Blue Forum
“Get close to the issue.” ~ Sunanda Charles, panelist More than 60 community members filled the room during this week’s Code Blue...
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Michael Hays
Sep 24, 20233 min read
Recap: New shelter in Plymouth Meeting; Norristown to land before the U.N., & Events
This week saw a series of developments surrounding housing and homelessness, with stories and updates from Norristown and Upper Gwynedd,...
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Michael Hays
Apr 30, 20231 min read
Rainy Rally Draws 70+ Advocates
Despite persistent rain, over 70 people hit the streets on Saturday afternoon for our launch rally at the Montgomery County Courthouse in...
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Michael Hays
Mar 30, 20231 min read
**Rally Set for 4/29
Due to the possibility of heavy winds and showers, the April 1st rally has been rescheduled to Saturday, April 29, from 1 - 2 p.m. Hope...
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Michael Hays
Mar 25, 20231 min read
In 6 Days
"The formative aspect of politics requires public spaces that gather citizens together, enable them to interpret their condition, and...
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Michael Hays
Mar 4, 20231 min read
Two Speakers Announced for Rally
The Montco 30% Project welcomes two dynamic and knowledgeable individuals who plan to speak at our April 1st rally on the county...
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Michael Hays
Feb 18, 20231 min read
Rally Launch: April 29
Montgomery County has a crisis of affordable housing. For working people across Pennsylvania, finding a place to live that doesn’t cost...
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