Upcoming Events
April 21/23/28/30 | Small Scale Development Workshop | Online
The Small Scale Development Workshop on small scale real estate development is all about project formation. We take a big picture view of neighborhood-based development to help attendees analyze what makes a good project, how a building makes money, and how small developers interact with the broader ecosystem of professionals in the built environment. Over four 2-hour sessions, attendees will learn the basics of stepping into the development world.
Registration is $200 before April 10 and $300 after April 10.
April 22 | Housing Now Leadership Council Q2 Meeting | Invite Only
Housing Now is guided by a dedicated group of over 30 organizations from across Marquette County. From public officials and builders to financial institutions, affordable housing advocates, and our largest employers the group provides vital feedback on a regular basis to keep our strategy on track, coordinate resources, and keep our momentum going. To ensure the group can have open and honest discussions, these meetings are limited to the Leadership Council.
April 22 @ 11:00am | Community Dialogues: Demystifing the Affordable Housing Process | Online
Getting affordable housing built is one of the most complex challenges in community development — and one of the most important. This Community Dialogues session breaks down the full journey from ideation to occupancy, including the financial tools, regulatory hurdles, and community dynamics that shape every project. Two experts will walk attendees through real affordable housing developments and take live questions. This event is part of Housing Now's ongoing Community Dialogues series, bringing Marquette County residents, partners, and decision-makers together around the issues that shape our housing future.
Learn more on the Community Dialogues page.
April 24 | Open Office Hours
Have an idea for a housing project but don't know where to start? Or in the process but need some extra help? Join the Marquette County Housing Specialist and other partners for this free opportunity to talk through your project. We can help with resources, vet ideas, make connections, and more.
May 12 & 13 | Building Michigan Communities Conference | Statewide Conference in Lansing
The BMCC is where industry leaders, innovators, and changemakers come together to shape the future of affordable housing and community development in Michigan. Get ready to join 1,200+ housing financiers, developers, public officials, asset managers, policymakers, and advocates for two days of powerful networking, cutting-edge insights, and game-changing ideas. Housing Now will be presenting on our work to this statewide audience.
Registration is $400 if done by April 14 ($450 after). The Central U.P. Regional Housing Partnership has offered scholarships for those from our region interested in attending.
May TBD | Emerging Developer Meet Up
Emerging Developer Meet Ups provide an invite-only space for local small- and medium-scale developers to connect and build support for their next project. If you are a local emerging developer, reach out to housingnow@marquette.org to be added to the list.
May 29 | Open Office Hours
Have an idea for a housing project but don't know where to start? Or in the process but need some extra help? Join the Marquette County Housing Specialist and other partners for this free opportunity to talk through your project. We can help with resources, vet ideas, make connections, and more.