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Garner public commenters urge broader affordable‑housing definition and more units
Summary
Three residents told the Town Council their families and recent arrivals need a different approach to local affordable‑housing metrics and urged town leaders to prioritize units affordable to households earning far less than the regional median.
Three people who told the council they represent new and recently arrived residents urged Garner officials on Tuesday to reexamine how the town defines and plans for affordable housing and to expand the supply of units for residents making far less than the regional median.
Sarah Mala, who said she represents a local community group that recently moved to Garner, thanked the mayor and council for attending a Ganesh festival and said newcomers want to be part of Garner’s civic life. "You have given that positive spirit and encouragement," Mala said, adding the community wants to…
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