Policy Updates
Q&A with David Garcia, Up for Growth Policy Director and Eden Housing Board Member
June 20, 2024
A field as challenging—and critical—as affordable housing needs the best possible talent to ensure that important goals are met. That’s why Up for Growth recently appointed David Garcia as its first Policy Director, where he is responsible for building, stewarding and advocating for its portfolio of pro-housing policies. This follows a six-year stint for Garcia…
Q&A with Amie Fishman, Executive Director of the Non-Profit Housing Association of Northern California (NPH)
April 1, 2024
Amie Fishman has dedicated her entire career toward affordable housing. She has led NPH since 2015, spearheading its expansion into innovative electoral strategies, public campaigns and industry-strengthening initiatives. Her leadership efforts have resulted in substantial gains for Bay Area affordable housing, securing over $2 billion from county measures in 2016 and $6 billion from statewide…
Q&A with Congressman Jimmy Panetta
March 28, 2024
Congressman Jimmy Panetta has long been a champion of housing, playing a key role in introducing multiple pieces of legislation with the aim to reduce its cost. But he shows his support through more than his policies as a welcome visitor to numerous affordable housing developments, where he aims to get to know the residents…
Mayor’s Corner: Kate Colin, Mayor of San Rafael
March 1, 2024
This is part of Eden Housing’s ongoing “Meet the Mayor” series, where we highlight the leaders of the towns and cities Eden Housing serves. Eden is proud to work with more than 50 mayors throughout the state of California who, along with their other elected colleagues on the city or town council, have supported the…
Q&A with Assemblymember Timothy Grayson
March 1, 2024
Assemblymember Timothy Grayson took public office in 2010, serving on the Concord City Council, and was elected to serve in the California Assembly in November 2016, representing the 15th Assembly District, which encompasses portions of Contra Costa County. Stemming from humble roots, Assemblymember Grayson has been a staunch advocate of affordable housing and has also…
Q&A with Senator Steve Glazer
March 1, 2024
Throughout his eight-year tenure in the California State Senate, Senator Steve Glazer has been a dedicated advocate for affordable housing, public safety, education, water conservation and small businesses. Most recently, his commitment to CEQA reform and advocacy for state budget investments in affordable housing has made a significant impact. Additionally, in 2019, he played a…
Q&A with Tomiquia Moss, Incoming Secretary of the Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency
February 5, 2024
With over two decades of leadership and management experience in the nonprofit and public sectors focused on housing and homelessness, public policy and community development, Tomiquia Moss was recently appointed as Secretary of Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency by Governor Newsom. She will be sworn in on February 13, 2024. Moss is also the…
Q&A with Rudolph (Rudy) Johnson, New Chairman of the Board, Eden Housing
February 5, 2024
Rudolph (Rudy) A. Johnson, III, president and CEO of the Neighborhood House Association (NHA), has recently been named chairman of the Eden Housing board. He first joined the board in 2018 and was named vice chair in 2020. An author, active board member and business executive, he has dedicated his career to serving the greater…
Mayor’s Corner: Antonio López, Mayor of East Palo Alto
January 31, 2024
Earlier this year, Antonio López became the youngest mayor serving the City of East Palo Alto. A first-generation American and college student, he joined the city council in December 2020 and has also honed his political acumen by serving as district representative for the office of State Senator Josh Becker. Early experiences set him on…
Year in Review: 2023-24 Legislative Update from Sacramento
December 13, 2023
Governor Newsom signed more than 20 bills supported by Eden Housing to wrap up this year’s legislative session—including bills that will streamline affordable housing approvals, strengthen enforcement of state housing laws, and stabilize funding for our projects. The 2023-24 state budget approved earlier this year also maintained state commitments to a range of successful affordable…