County residents are struggling with rising housing costs and relatively stagnant wage growth, leaving many families behind. As housing becomes less affordable, homelessness rises, commutes lengthen and economic activity stagnates. Because of the county role in planning and zoning, counties are in a unique position to respond to affordable housing challenges. Hear from county officials who are pursuing innovative approaches to address the housing affordability crisis.
Commissioner, Wayne County, Mich., CEWD Subcommittee Chair
Senior Fellow, Brookings Institute
Associate Director of Policy, Aspen Institute Financial Security Program
Director, Housing & Infrastructure Project, Bipartisan Policy Center