Workforce Housing Committee

Miami faces one of the nation's worst affordable housing crises, as highlighted in a recent report. The Workforce Housing Committee aims to address this issue by advocating for and enhancing affordable housing stock, which is vital for Miami's growth. The committee partners with nonprofits, businesses, universities, and government entities to find creative solutions and secure affordable housing. Its objectives include collaborating with public and private partners, educating the public on the link between housing and economic performance, advocating for government funding, and supporting up-zoning along transit corridors.

Participation in the Workforce Housing Committee is open to all Greater Miami Chamber members in good standing who have interests or concerns related to transportation issues. Members include community organizations, developers, private sector advocacy groups and concerned citizens.

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2024-2025 WORKFORCE HOUSING COMMITTEE GOALS

• Conduct at least (3) events throughout the Chamber year to educate the Chamber membership on the latest developments and opportunities regarding expanding workforce housing attainability in South Florida.

• Evaluate the practical impact of current state and local legislation and policy on workforce housing attainability and work with the Governmental Affairs committee to build an actionable legislative agenda by September 1, 2024.

• Publish the 4th edition of the Workforce Housing Resource Guide including Live Local Act (2024) and all identifiable resources available to constituents within the workforce housing ecosystem by January 2025.

• Recruit and engage at least two prominent developers active in the workforce housing space to take an active role with the committee.

• Recruit (10) new existing GMCC members to join the committee.