The San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted a resolution on Oct. 20 supporting the San Bernardino Community College District’s Legacy Village housing project and conditionally committed $28 million from the Foster Youth Campus Reserve toward its development, the county said.
The county said the development will include 88 affordable housing units to be constructed by Jamboree Housing Corporation, 180 workforce housing units and 461 student housing beds to be developed by The Annex Group, LLC; the plan also calls for about 9,100 square feet of flexible and food-service space and about 9,280 square feet for conferences and community meetings. The project will potentially serve transitional-age former foster youth, the county said.
Board of Supervisors Chairman and Third District Supervisor is quoted in the county release saying, “Expanding access to affordable housing for transitional-age youth is an important step in supporting their stability, independence and long-term success.”
Vice Chair and Fifth District Supervisor is quoted saying, “Every young person deserves the opportunity to build a stable and successful future. Legacy Village will do more than provide housing, it will connect young people with education, workforce opportunities and the support they need to become self-sufficient. This is an investment in our youth, our workforce and the future of San Bernardino.”
Dr. Diana Z. Rodriguez, chancellor of the San Bernardino Community College District, is quoted saying, “Having a stable place to live can make the difference between putting college on hold and earning a degree that changes a family’s future.” She added, “Our vision for Legacy Village brings housing, education and support services together so local students and families can build that future. We are grateful for the county’s partnership and support in moving this vision forward.”
County Chief Executive Officer Luther Snoke is quoted saying, “This project demonstrates the power of partnerships in addressing critical community needs,” and, “Legacy Village will make a positive difference in the lives of residents across our region.”
The county said the board’s support and conditional commitment are intended to help planning, pursue funding opportunities and coordinate housing, amenities and supportive services; adoption of the resolution does not guarantee funding, and any financial agreement or approval would be presented to the board for consideration and approval at a future meeting. The county said more information is available on the project website.
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Dawn Rowe
Supervisor, Third District, San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors
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Joe Baca, Jr.
Supervisor, Fifth District, San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors
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