Mayors In Action: Confronting America's Housing Crisis

In this podcast, Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther, Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker, and San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria join Marisa Novarra, Vice President of Community Impact at the Chicago Community Trust, to discuss the housing crisis in America. Marisa, a national housing expert and former Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Housing, leads the conversation, focusing on how mayors across the country are grappling with housing as the most pressing issue facing their cities.
Mayor Ginther, who also serves as President of the U.S. Conference of Mayors, highlights housing as the top priority for mayors nationwide. The American Dream of homeownership is becoming increasingly out of reach for many, making housing a critical concern. The mayors discuss the urgent need for a federal approach to address the growing housing crisis, calling for action to increase housing supply across all sectors.
The mayors agree on the need for a functional housing economy, where policy and action align to create affordable housing solutions for everyone. From supply shortages to affordability, the housing crisis is being felt across the country, and these local leaders are advocating for federal intervention to address the issue.