Tenant Displacement and Conditions at Elliott Woods and Chase Park

Spoke about the ongoing suffering of Elliott Woods residents and announced the recent passing of a displaced resident, demanding accountability, review of relocation commitments, and direct communication.

Presented a six-point resolution framework for Elliott Woods and Chase Park residents, calling for a pause on breach notices, reasonable accommodation registries, and better communication.

Spoke on behalf of the Church of Reconciliation, expressing heartbreak over the treatment of their Elliott Woods neighbors and standing in solidarity with them.

Criticized the lack of basic communication and water shut-off notices for residents during construction, urging the council to hold property management strictly accountable.

An 81-year-old resident of 26 years shared her distress over family displacement, constant management turnover, and the toll the situation is taking on elderly residents.

Highlighted unsafe construction practices, unlit property areas due to unpaid bills, and improper clothing storage in tractor-trailers during relocation.

Described being dispersed across different towns, experiencing homelessness, and the struggle to keep children in school while living in temporary housing.

Expressed frustration with erratic return dates to her apartment and poor communication from management.

A Spanish-speaking resident with a disabled child shared struggles living in a fourth-floor hotel room without kitchen facilities or accessible transportation.

Shared personal history growing up in Elliott Woods, efforts to fix community amenities like basketball goals, and feeling treated like trash by management.

A former property manager for Elliott Woods and Chase Park shared insights from both sides of the coin, noting that changes in AMI requirements and lack of food stipends in hotels are unacceptable.