Local Solutions, Lasting Impact: How Cities Respond to Housing Challenges

California’s housing crisis is playing out in neighborhoods across the state, and cities are at the forefront of devising solutions. From zoning changes and streamlining reforms to affordable housing initiatives and community engagement, local governments are on the front lines of housing innovation.

Join the Center for California Real Estate (CCRE) for a timely panel focused on how local leaders are driving solutions to their housing challenges. This conversation brings together local government officials to discuss the strategies their cities are deploying to expand housing access, increase affordability, and shape sustainable growth.

This event offers a valuable opportunity to hear directly from those enacting change where it matters most—in the communities they serve.

Can't join CCRE in Costa Mesa? Tune into the live conversation via Zoom.

Venue

The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa

686 Anton Blvd.

Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Schedule

• 9 – 10 a.m. | Continental Breakfast & Networking

• 10 – 11:15 a.m. | Panel Discussion

• 11:15 – 11:30 a.m. | Audience Q&A

Moderator

Phil Hawkins

CEO

CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®

Hawkins oversees the association’s objectives, business development, strategic planning, legislative policies and creating products so that real estate professionals can remain at the center of the real estate transaction and succeed in today’s rapidly changing real estate market. He previously served as chief executive officer for the Pacific West Association of REALTORS® (PWR), one of the largest local real estate associations in California. At PWR, Hawkins oversaw all aspects of the association, including professional standards, education, political advocacy, finance, charity foundation, community involvement, communications, and Multiple Listing Services. He joined PWR in 1998 as vice president of Government Affairs, representing the interests of the association in matters involving local, state, and federal governments. He was named executive vice president of Government Affairs in 2008 and then became the association’s CEO in 2015.