HOME Easton & Landlord-Tenant Engagement Program launch

The City of Easton held a meeting on December 11, 2025, to announce the launch of Home East, a new nonprofit housing development corporation focused on addressing affordable housing challenges in the city. The meeting highlighted the formation of Home East through collaboration between the Easton Redevelopment Authority and the city, with a focus on filling gaps in affordable housing via private partnerships and fundraising efforts. The city has secured $24 million in funding to support affordable housing projects, including initiatives by local organizations like Shiloh Baptist Church. Additionally, the meeting introduced the Landlord-Tenant Engagement Program, designed to improve rental housing quality through landlord training, tenant rights education, and community workshops. The program will be managed by Home East staff and aims to foster better landlord-tenant relationships and compliance with fair housing standards. While no specific contract awards or procurement actions were detailed, the meeting emphasized the city’s commitment to affordable housing investment and program development through public-private collaboration and grant funding.