PUBLIC SQUARE is a VPT initiative addressing issues of concern to Vermonters. Mixing documentary footage, thoughtful insight, in-depth panel discussions and more, we'll keep you informed about local events and issues that affect your lives.

This edition of Public Square will offer practical advice on how to find affordable housing and hold on to a home during the mortgage crisis. The program is part of VPT’s continuing effort to help people cope with tough economic times.

In addition, viewers will be invited to call in with questions during the program and can watch a live webcast of the show at VPT.org.

Panelists:

• Kenn Sassorossi
  Asset Manager, Housing Vermont
  802-863-8424
  
  
• Brenda Torpy
  Executive Director, Champlain Housing Trust
  802-864-2607
  
  
• Richard Williams
  Executive Director, Vermont State Housing Authority
  802-828-3028
  
  
• Janet Green
  Coordinator; Housing Resource Center, COTS (Committee on Temporary Shelter)
  802-861-0110
  

Resources
To receive a hard copy of the following resources in the mail, please call 1-800-639-3351.

Champlain Housing Trust is a membership-based nonprofit organization with a commitment to creating and preserving perpetually affordable housing and vital communities in northwest Vermont.

The mission of Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity is to address fundamental issues of economic, social, and racial justice and to work with low-income people to achieve economic independence.?

Habitat for Humanity International is a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry. HFHI seeks to eliminate poverty housing and homelessness from the world and to make decent shelter a matter of conscience and action.

HomeShare Vermont assists elders and persons with disabilities to live independently in their own homes by bringing them together with persons who seek affordable housing and/or caregiving opportunities.

Vermont Affordable Housing Coalition is committed to ensuring all Vermonters have decent, safe and affordable housing.

Vermont Housing Data provides Vermonters with market rate & affordable housing information.

Vermont Housing Finance Agency's mission is to finance and promote affordable, safe and decent housing opportunities for low- and moderate-income Vermonters.

The mission of the Vermont Land Trust is to conserve land for the future of Vermont.

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