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Habitat for Humanity of LaSalle/Bureau/Putnam pitches single‑family build to Oglesby council
Summary
Jessica Brightfield of Habitat for Humanity described a partnership model that relies on a donated buildable lot, volunteer labor, donor fundraising and sweat equity to create an affordable mortgage for a local family; council members expressed interest and asked for follow-up details.
Jessica Brightfield, representing Habitat for Humanity of LaSalle, Bureau and Putnam counties, presented a proposal for a partnership with the city of Oglesby to build an affordable single‑family home on a donated lot with water and sewer hookups.
Brightfield said Habitat’s model does not give away homes; families contribute sweat equity and…
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