Affordable Housing

​Affordable Housing.
Everything is more expensive today - From groceries to gas, to coffee, to doctor appointments, and especially housing. Since COVID, incomes have changed and the expenses continue to rise. Residents have told me they are worried about being able to afford their current homes and don’t feel they can downsize when their home no longer fits their needs. I personally have friends who have had to move out of the city because they could not afford their homes or rentals. There should be a more diverse supply of housing to meet Attleboro’s diverse needs from condos to in-laws apartments (otherwise known as Accessory Dwelling Units - ADU) and simply more affordable homes for those first-time home buyers or those wanting to downsize.
Studies show that diversified communities thrive better than others. Residents of diversified communities are more connected and happier. We are lucky that Attleboro supports a diversified population. We need to further help in this direction with affordable housing. Affordable housing means that more money is spent on local businesses. Affordable housing puts less strain on food insecurities and healthcare. Affordable housing creates more job opportunities. Affordable housing reduces childhood poverty. It is estimated that for every dollar spent on reducing childhood poverty, saves seven dollars in economic costs. I am committed to creating affordable housing for residents with diversified housing opportunities based on the city's needs. I have ideas to make it happen.
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On November 7, please vote for Laurie Sawyer for Councilor-At-Large. I’m on your side.