During my time in St. Johns, one topic keeps coming up as I talk to neighbors: affordable housing.
- The city of St. Johns is working to finalize a five-year master plan with a major focus on improving housing affordability.
- Local residents like bar manager Anthony Mazzolini have struggled to find affordable housing in the area.
- Public hearings will be held over the next few months to gather community input on the plan.
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St. Johns city master plan to address affordable housing needs
It’s an issue on many neighbors’ minds throughout my neighborhood.
“Coming out of school, everything was so expensive I couldn’t afford to move and live on my own with groceries and rent,” said Anthony Mazzolini, manager at Bruno’s Bar.
Mazzolini’s search for affordable housing was so tough that he had to move back in with his parents. When asked if he would be interested in affordable apartments in town, his answer was clear…