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Half Moon Bay Housing Project Faces Crucial Nov. 3 Ballot Vote Amid State Pressure

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 6
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A proposal to provide affordable homes for aging agricultural workers is on the Nov. 3 ballot in Half Moon Bay. Voters will decide on Measure Q, which concerns the city’s plan to lease city-owned property to developers for $1 a year for 99 years. Mercy Housing is developing the project alongside ALAS, a nonprofit serving the farmworker community.

From mercurynews.com

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The project, known as 555 Kelly, received planning approvals in 2024, but cannot break ground without the lease being signed. The housing project faces increased scrutiny as the state housing officials flagged the stalling of 555 Kelly. This follows criticism from Gov. Gavin Newsom regarding project delays.

From mercurynews.com

Who's involved

  • Gavin NewsomGovernor of California whose administration is suing and pressuring Half Moon Bay over housing compliance.
  • Half Moon BayCity in San Mateo County, California, currently under a state housing compliance lawsuit.
  • Mercy HousingHousing organization involved in the 555 Kelly project as a co-developer.
  • AlasLocal nonprofit partnered with Mercy Housing on the affordable housing project.

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