MEREDA’s Morning Menu – Housing the Unhoused and Asylum Seekers: Understanding the Complexities of Housing and Social Services.

February 1, 2024 – 8:30 – 10:00 AM
Buffet Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 am
Program: 9:00-10:00 am

In-Person – Pre-registration is required.

NEW LOCATION!
McGoldrick Career & Student Success Center
35 Bedford Street, Portland, ME

Seating Capacity: 110 – We will not be able to accommodate walk-ins.

EVENT PARKING:  Everyone that parks on the USM Campus in the Bedford Street Garage has to use the digital parking system. You can pre-register for your parking session or do it upon arrival. To avoid a parking citation, you must begin your digital parking session – and pay – within 10 minutes of parking.  You can also pre-schedule your session.  Click Here to Download the Event Parking Instructions.

About the Event:  Join MEREDA on February 1st as our expert panelists engage in a thought-provoking conversation about Housing the Unhoused and Asylum Seekers. This discussion aims to provide a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding how to provide housing and social services for those who are unhoused and seeking asylum.

Our panelists will share their insights and experiences from working in the field of housing and social services. They will delve into the various challenges and issues faced by the unhoused and asylum seekers, including how one developer has succeeded in developing and financing critically needed housing.

This is a unique opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the issues surrounding housing and social services for the unhoused and asylum seekers. We encourage you to join us and be a part of this insightful exploration.

Presenters include:  Kevin Bunker, Principal – Developers Collaborative, Greg Payne, Senior Advisor, Housing Policy – Governor’s Office of Policy Innovation and the Future,  Danielle West, City Manager – City of Portland.  MEREDA President, Craig Young of The Boulos Company will moderate the program.

MEREDA’s Refund Policy: Your RSVP is requested by January 25. Payment is expected at the time of registration. No refunds will be granted to anyone who registers, but fails to attend or who cancels after January 25.

Ticket Prices:
Members: $45 each | Non-Members: $55 each
Prices increase by $10 after January 25.

Parking Note:
By purchasing these tickets, you confirm that you have read and understand the Event Parking information provided by the McGoldrick Career & Student Success Center above.