Housing remains out of reach for many Black families in St. Paul despite years of affordable housing programs, as racial wealth gaps, income disparities, and structural barriers continue to limit access to homeownership.
housing equity
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Rebuilding Together Minnesota: How Home Repair Strengthens Communities and Local Economies
In this episode of MSR Business, Associate Editor Jasmine McBride talks with Rebuilding Together Minnesota Executive Director Kathy Greiner about how essential home repairs protect families, strengthen neighborhoods, and support local economies. The conversation highlights the organization’s work across the state and the broader impact of investing in safe and stable housing.
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Lydia Millard draws on lived experience, logistics know-how in bid for Ward 10 seat
Logistics professional and longtime community organizer Lydia Millard is running for Minneapolis City Council in Ward 10. Her campaign promises real access to leadership, safer streets, housing reform, and stronger support for small businesses and working families.
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Alternative homeownership options
‘By separating ownership of the land from ownership of the housing structure, this alternative model keeps land trust homes deeply affordable for future generations.’