Housing Providers Gather for Community Luncheon to Learn About the County’s New Resource Center for Rental Owners in Unincorporated Alameda County

March 20, 2025

On a sunny afternoon in Hayward, local rental housing providers gathered for a complimentary Italian-themed luncheon at the newly opened Glad Tidings New Life Center to learn about an exciting new initiative — the Alameda County Housing Provider Resource Center (ACHPRC). The event, held in the heart of the unincorporated areas of Alameda County, brought together community leaders, rental housing providers, and support organizations to foster connections and share resources.

Doors opened at 11:30 a.m., offering guests an exclusive tour of the impressive New Life Center — a newly developed space designed to serve the local community. At noon, attendees were treated to a beautifully catered Italian lunch, where conversation and collaboration were in full swing.

The luncheon featured a lineup of notable speakers and presenters, each offering insights into how the ACHPRC aims to support and advocate for rental housing providers in unincorporated Alameda County. The event highlighted the importance of building strong community ties and equipping property owners with the tools and resources they need to succeed.

Featured Speakers Included:

  • Paul Taylor, Executive Director of the Rental Housing Organization of Southern Alameda County, who emphasized the importance of advocacy and community support for local housing providers.

 

  • Itonya Conner, ACHPRC Support Specialist, gave a presentation to the audience about some of the resources the center provides to rental owners.

 

  • Mark Salinas, Mayor of Hayward, who spoke on the value of local collaboration in addressing housing challenges and promoting sustainable rental housing.

 

  • Lucy Lopez, CEO of the Hayward Chamber of Commerce, and Gary Slate, CEO of the Castro Valley Chamber of Commerce, both shared how their organizations are supporting economic development and housing stability in the region.

 

  • Representatives from the Alameda County Healthy Homes Department and A1 Community Housing Services also participated, offering resources and guidance on maintaining safe, healthy, and affordable rental housing.

The launch of the Alameda County Housing Provider Resource Center represents a new chapter in local efforts to support housing providers, with a focus on advocacy, education, and fostering a sense of community. The event was a meaningful first step in strengthening relationships between rental housing providers and the broader community in unincorporated Alameda County.

Stay tuned for more updates about the ACHPRC and upcoming events to continue building a strong and informed rental housing community.