Council nominates Ms. Riel to housing advisory board for affordable housing initiatives

The New Castle County Boards & Commissions Subcommittee meeting on June 17, 2025, highlighted the nomination of Miss Riel to the Housing Advisory Board, emphasizing her extensive qualifications and experience in real estate development and affordable housing.

Miss Riel, who has over 20 years of experience in the field, currently serves as a housing initiative coordinator for the Biden School of Public Policy and Administration. She holds a degree in regional planning and is actively involved with the Delaware NARO and the Mid Atlantic Regional Council, both of which focus on housing redevelopment. Her nomination was met with enthusiasm from council members, who expressed confidence in her ability to contribute effectively to the board.

During the meeting, council members acknowledged the importance of affordable housing, a key issue for many in the community. Councilman Carter noted the need for collaboration between New Castle County and the state to address housing challenges, highlighting the potential for the advisory council to facilitate this cooperation.

Miss Riel expressed her gratitude for the nomination and her eagerness to leverage her background in real estate and urban planning to impact housing supply and affordability in the county. The council members' support for her nomination reflects a collective commitment to enhancing housing initiatives in New Castle County.

As the meeting concluded, the focus on affordable housing underscored its significance in local governance, with the council looking forward to the contributions of Miss Riel and her fellow board members in addressing these pressing issues.