Boise’s Department of Planning and Development Services has a new leader, whose appointment was announced on Sept. 10.
At a Glance:
- Maureen Brewer appointed to lead Boise’s Planning and Development Services
- Brewer previously directed housing affordability and homelessness efforts
- She helped secure $60M for housing projects, including 200 units for families
- City Council will confirm Brewer’s appointment on Sept. 30
Mayor Lauren McLean selected Maureen Brewer to run the department. Previously, Brewer led efforts to address housing affordability and homelessness within the city.
“For the [past] five years, I’ve trusted Maureen to lead my efforts to address affordability in Boise ― my highest priority,” McLean said in a statement. “She’s built relationships with the private sector, pioneered public private partnerships, innovated with her team and helped make possible the thousands of homes ― including over 200 for families exiting homelessness ― that have opened in Boise. She’s the right person for the job, and I look forward to her leadership.”…