“Housing Crisis” seems to be the daily headline of Silicon Valley’s news outlets. The issue is bigger than housing affordability, as the crisis is one that threatens the foundation of our community and impacts all citizens of our great valley, regardless of demographic or socioeconomic status. There is no silver bullet, but the elements that solutions will need to encompass include; affordability and quality, accessibility and vibrancy, and connectivity and mobility.

The forum at Del Mar High School will be a multi-panel discussion exploring innovative ways to tackle the housing crisis. Various subject matter experts will discuss what has worked and not worked in other locales, potential partners, financing options and what would be required for a public agency or board to create housing opportunities on land under their stewardship.

Preliminary Agenda 

• 5:30 - 6:30 - Networking/BBQ
• 6:30 -6:40 -  Introduction/Opening Comments
• 6:40 - 7:10 - The Need for Housing for Teachers, Staff and the Missing Middle
• 7:10 - 7:40 - Partnering in Community - Partners, Partners, Partners - Building Something Special 
• 7:40 - 8:10 - It’s Been Done Before - What Works, What Doesn’t
• 8:10 - 8:30 - Closing Comments/Next Steps
• 8:30 - 9:00 - Networking

Confirmed Speakers:

• Ron Beit, founding partner and CEO of RBH Group, LLC, president of RBH Management
• Michael Brilliot, Division Manager, City of San Jose
• Fred Buzo, Associate State Director, AARP California
• Sarah Chaffin, SupportTeacherHousing.org
• Dave Cortese, Santa Clara County Supervisor - District 3
• Dev Davis, City of San Jose Councilmember, District 6
• C.J. Gabbe (moderator), Asst. Professor/Urban Planner, Santa Clara University
• Niki Lowy, Head of Engagement, Landed
• Deborah L. McKoy, Executive Director and Founder of the UC Berkeley Center for Cities and Schools
• Vianey Nava, Accessory Dwelling Unit Program Manager, Housing Trust, Silicon Valley
• Aboubacar Ndiaye, Research & Policy Associate, Working Partnerships USA
  
• Bob Wieckowski, California Senator, District 10 (via video)
• Daphna Woolfe, Teacher/Community Leader
  

FAQs

Is this idea feasible?

The point of this forum is to begin the discussion of the idea of the idea of mixing housing and more on school properties and other public properties and see what might be possible. It has been done in other places (see the Teachers Village in Newark, NJ, as an example), as suggested in this whitepaper:

https://winchesterurbanvillage.wordpress.com/2018/02/05/a-proposal-to-help-combat-silicon-valleys-crisis-of-community/

I have other questions not addressed in this FAQ.

Please check out this link where we have a running list of questions

https://winchesterurbanvillage.wordpress.com/2018/02/05/a-proposal-to-help-combat-silicon-valleys-crisis-of-community/comment-page-1/#comment-91

I am interested in speaking at this event or know of someone who would be a great fit - how do I get on the agenda?

We are searching for subject matter experts in this area, so please contact the WinchesterNAC at info at Winchesternac dot com or Ken at 408 676 6496 for consideration.

My group is interested in having a table or sponsoring this event

Please contact the WinchesterNAC at info at Winchesternac dot com or Ken at 408 676 6496 for consideration.

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

Del Mar has parking. The Bascom Lightrail station is an 8-minute walk.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

 info at Winchesternac dot com or Ken at 408 676 6496