In many regions across America, it is increasingly difficult for middle-income workers to afford housing in the areas in which they work. Workforce housing can be defined as assistance to middle-income workers, including professionals such as police officers, firefighters, teachers, health care workers, retail clerks, and restaurant staff. When middle-income professionals live closer to their work, it can have positive impacts on the community, such as increases in local advocacy that support transportation, parks, libraries and public schools.
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