The Portland City Clerk's office is seeking volunteers to serve on a new Social Housing Task Force. Mayor Mark Dion will select the members with input from the City Council. Interested applicants can apply by submitting a resume and cover letter via email to cityclerk@portlandmaine.gov. The deadline is Wednesday, April 30, or until filled. The primary objective of the group will be to study and propose a framework for government-led social housing, prioritizing permanent affordability, environmental sustainability, and inclusivity. The Social Housing Task Force will consist of no fewer than nine members and no more than 13, and will include a range of stakeholders, including:

• At least two members of the community from underserved populations with lived experience navigating the challenging housing environment in Portland
• One representative from an affordable housing developer
• One representative from a market developer
• At least three Portland residents with relevant knowledge or skills (e.g. housing advocates, urban planners, financial and legal experts)
• One member of the City Council
• One member of the Board of the Portland Housing Authority (PHA)