The select board seeks interested residents to serve on the newly formed Hull Community Housing Trust Fund.

In May, annual town meeting approved the creation of a municipal affordable housing trust to support affordable housing in town. The board will consist of seven trustees, including three at-large community members.

The select board will appoint three residents and will consider applicants’ knowledge or experience in real estate, architecture, construction, finance, government regulatory processes, affordable housing finance, or housing development.

The housing trust is dedicated to receiving and managing funds and resources to increase and preserve affordable housing. The trustees will play a crucial role in creating and preserving affordable housing for low- and moderate-income households by providing financial support for development projects, rehabilitating existing housing, and offering programs to assist homebuyers and renters. Trustees will help to educate the public about affordable housing issues and advocate for policies that support affordable housing development. As a town entity, the trust will work with other local boards, departments, and community organizations to address housing needs. Trustees will report annually to the town on the work of the trust.

Interested residents may apply by August 15 under volunteer opportunities at www.town.hull.ma.us or send a letter of interest to the town clerk at lwest@town.hull.ma.us or Town Clerk Lori West, Town Hall, 253 Atlantic Avenue, Hull, MA 02045.

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