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Illustrator Peter O Zierlein’s “Thrive” Sculptural Wall Art for Live 155
Northampton, MA—Massachusetts’s based artist Peter O Zierlein has be creating work for 26 years, most notably for publications including The New York Times, Washington Post, Print Magazine, Der Spiegel, and Die Zeir Berliner Zeitung.
Way Finders Relocation Creates More Momentum in Both Ends of the City
Live 155 - Over $100K rebate for multi-family construction
Live 155, a multifamily affordable housing project located in Northampton, MA, recently chose to install a commercial-scale ductless mini-split system for the 58,000 square foot development, comprised of 70 residential units and ground floor retail space.The developer,Way Finders, leveraged a $105,000 rebate from MassCEC to support the selection and installation of 70 air source heat pumps, also called mini-splits. Peter A. Gagliardi, President and Chief Executive Officer of Way Finders noted that Way Finders is proud of the Live 155.
building design by PFRA+LDa and the construction work by
Western Builders and its electrical sub-contractor MJ Moran.
Heating and cooling Live 155 apartments with mini-splits offers
a great combination of energy efficiency, reasonable operating
costs, and a high degree of resident comfort."
Way Finders to Acquire Peter Pan Terminal; Move Headquarters to Main Street Site
Way Finders (formerly HAPHousing) and Peter Pan Bus Lines, joined by Mayor Domenic Sarno, and other officials today announced that Way Finders plans to acquire the Peter Pan Bus terminal building at 1776 Main Street, bringing its 160 Springfield-based employees to the North blocks as part of that area’s ongoing revitalization.
HAPHousing is now Way Finders
More than a name change, Way Finders expresses the organization’s expanded purpose: Find a way to build healthy, sustainable communities.
The Family Self Sufficiency Program
Way Finders’ Family Self Sufficiency program is a program that helps Section 8 holders become economically self sufficient.
Old Hill Walk Audit to Optimize Safe Walking and Bike Routes
As part of the Healthy Hill Initiative’s effort to optimize safe walking and biking routes in Old Hill, representatives from Way Finders, the City of Springfield, non-profit agencies, residents and other stakeholders participated in a walk audit to assess the quality of a near 2-mile route in the neighborhood.
Nancy Rivera Receives Judy Kelliher Award
On Tuesday, May 15, Nancy Rivera was surprised to learn she was selected to receive this year's Judy Kelliher award at the Regional Housings Network of Massachusetts Annual Conference.
Homeownership and Financial Education Department Receives Exceptional Team Award
On Wednesday, May 16, the Homeownership and Financial Education team received the Exception Team award at this year's Human Service Forum Award Banquet.
Secretary Jay Ashe Announces Way Finders First-Time Homeowner, Foreclosure Ed Grants
Grant to provide first-time homeownership counseling and foreclosure education and prevention services