Rocky Mountain Mutual Housing Association, Inc. is now

ROCKY MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES (RMC)

Press Releases

May 8, 2008

The following Press Release is available for download in Adobe PDF format here.

Rebecca Epstein

Director, Fund Development & Communications

Tel: (303) 863-8651 Ext. 109

Cell:  (720) 327-2866

epstienb@rmmha.org

Rocky Mountain Mutual Housing Association, Inc. Continues Work as

Rocky Mountain Communities

Rocky Mountain Mutual Housing Association, Inc., which has served the community since 1992 has changed its name to Rocky Mountain Communities (RMC).  RMC develops, owns and manages affordable housing and provides support services to help individuals succeed in life.

The organization’s name change to Rocky Mountain Communities (RMC), better reflects the organization’s mission to provide safe, attractive and affordable housing while meeting the needs of our residents in a changing environment.   “The hardworking people that are our residents represent an absolutely crucial segment of our community and workforce.  We are proud to serve a diverse group of people that work, among other professions, as teachers, firemen, domestic workers, nurses, security officers and policemen.  Our residents are, without a doubt, the backbone of our community.  We welcome those individuals that are concerned about the shortage of affordable housing for hardworking citizens, to join us in our work”, states Rocky Mountain Communities Chief Executive Officer, Douglas Smith.   

The RMC staff and the Board of Directors, with help from the community, plan to build upon past experience and successes to develop additional affordable properties in response to the very real need in the region.  George Hamblin, RMC’s Chair acknowledges that RMC is committed to offering innovative solutions to the affordable housing shortage:  “We are ready, able and willing to continue our work to provide affordable housing and reach out to more people who might otherwise be priced out of the market.   Today, we provide a safe and affordable home in a supportive community for more than 1,000 hardworking families—we can be doing more and now is the time”.

The number of residents in Colorado continues to grow.  Since 2000 Colorado has seen a 10.5% population growth with 4.7 million individuals calling Colorado home.  An ever expanding number of working individuals and families cannot afford to pay rent or are severely burdened by rental costs.   Rocky Mountain Communities is committed to reaching out to this population as they have for more than 15 years.   Ousmane Gueye, former resident of an RMC community and currently a financial analyst for ALPS Fund Services, Inc and RMC Board Member values the services of RMC, “The lack of affordable housing has many implications for families.  High housing costs can mean that a family has less money to spend on other fundamental needs, such as food, clothing, or healthcare.  As a result, many families are forced to move frequently, undermining their children’s ability to perform well in school and making it hard to retain employment.   RMC’s apartment community was for me, a safe and stable home. During my time at Garden Court (one of RMC’s properties) I was able to become connected to a caring community and develop a sense of belonging.  RMC allowed me to use my energy and time to establish goals and stabilize other aspects of my life.”

Through professional associations and effective leadership, Rocky Mountain Communities has established itself as a leader in affordable housing.  Kathi Williams, Director, Colorado Division of Housing adds, "We have enjoyed our relationship over the years with Rocky Mountain Mutual Housing Association, Inc. and look forward to the same great professionalism under any name they may choose. "

To learn more about Rocky Mountain Communities and how you can help us respond to the need for affordable housing, please visit our website at www.rockymountaincommunities.org or call Rocky Mountain Communities at (303) 863-8651, ext. 109.

About Rocky Mountain Communities

Rocky Mountain Communities’ mission is to develop, own and manage affordable housing and provide support services to help individuals succeed in life.

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