With the federal government scaling back its role in housing investment, local governments, community leaders, and private-sector partners must take the lead in driving change. Our panelists will share successful case studies from cities across the country, offering actionable insights on policies and initiatives that are making a real impact. From zoning reforms to financial innovation, this session will highlight proven local interventions that can be adapted and expanded to help communities nationwide.
Join us for the closing session of the conference as we dive into how local leaders are tackling America’s housing affordability crisis with bold, scalable solutions. This panel features Mayor Quinton Lucas of Kansas City, a national leader in housing policy, alongside Susan Thomas, President of the Fifth Third Community Development Corporation and co-chair of the National Housing Crisis Task Force, and Task Force Director Benjamin Preis, PhD.
Don't miss this powerful closing conversation on the future of housing policy and what it takes to create lasting change at the local level.