Community Lattice

11/22/2023

It’s incredibly gratifying to see this project go from Marcus Glenn and Nathan Hawthorne’s vision to reality. Exciting things happening with Black United Fund of Texas, and more to come! Cleo Johnson-McLaughlin, The Nature Heritage Society Houston, Houston Health Department

The Black United Fund of Texas built a shipping container farm in Greater Fifth Ward. They hope to scale this model for food deserts across Houston.

11/08/2023

Community Lattice is excited to spotlight the exceptional work of our summer intern, Brunda Yadavelly!  

For the past three months, Brunda has continuously surpassed expectations, showcasing a dedication to delivering optimal results and innovative solutions for complex challenges. We extend our heartfelt gratitude for all her efforts and look forward to finding ways to continue working together in the future. 

Good luck on your next adventure, Brunda! 

CL would also like to send a shoutout to Stefanie Engles, Associate Director, Recruiting & Employer Relations/Career Development Office, at the Jones Graduate School of Business at Rice University, for recommending Brunda from their recent MBA graduating class. Thank you, Stefanie! 
  
Fun facts about Brunda: 
* Favorite Show: Friends 
* Favorite Character: Chandler 
* Favorite Chandler Quote: “I’m not good at giving advice. May I interest you in a sarcastic comment?”

10/26/2023

We are excited to begin the process of discussing the current/future plans for the Velasco Incinerator. Join members of our team as they work in collaboration with the Houston Land Bank to present a draft application for an EPA Clean-up grant that they're seeking to submit this November.

This is the time in which Community Voices 📢 are most integral to these processes so we hope that you can attend this vital session 📑📚 ; if you are not able to attend but still want to give comments and feedback, you may do so on the website https://www.bankingvelasco.org/get-involved and submit a comment before the November 3rd deadline. All comments and questions collected will be publicly displayed in the comments section so submit yours today ☺️

10/11/2023

💫Community Lattice is thrilled to welcome Shelby Duncan to our team as a GIS Analyst!💫

Shelby specializes in community data and geospatial analytics for community asset mapping, brownfields inventories, and resilience planning. Her incredible skillset and wealth of knowledge make her a true asset to our team.

We can't wait to embark on this⚡️exciting⚡️ journey together and achieve great things!

Check out her full bio at www.communitylattice.com (link in bio).

Fun Fact: If forced into karaoke 🎤, Shelby’s top song choices are Barry Manilow’s Copacabana and Dolly Parton’s 9 to 5! 🎶

09/26/2023

Our Senior Project Manager, Deshara L. Goss, MSW, is in California this week attending Center for Creative Land Recycling (CCLR)'s 2023 Land Recycling Conference. We cannot wait to hear about all that she learns on her return!

If you're also attending, feel free to reach out to her to meet up and chat!

I thrilled to be a 1st time attendee at this year's Center for Creative Land Recycling (CCLR) CA Land Conference. 🤩📚 is the premier event for…

08/24/2023

Our team had an incredible time connecting, learning, and sharing at the National Brownfields Conference in Detroit this month!

From gaining greater insight into the transformative potential of community solar on brownfields from Matt Popkin, to discussing the impact of placemaking and placekeeping from Jen Clancey and , to learning about the role of “joyful disruptors” from Amy Dzialowski, our team left Detroit feeling extremely motivated and inspired.

We are excited to bring all the lessons we learned back to Houston to continue to support the incredible work of our community partners and the local brownfields efforts!

08/09/2023

The and Community Lattice are co-hosting a session today to discuss community-engaged design!

If you or your team are attending the National in Detroit, come join the discussion!

08/08/2023

Connect with our Co-Founder and CEO, Danielle Getsinger, at the National in Detroit this week!

She will be co-facilitating several fantastic events and would love to chat!

07/08/2023

🏘️ At Community Lattice, we believe that real estate is not just about properties; it's about building connections, fostering growth, and empowering dreams. 💙🔑🤝

💜🌈☺️ Thank you Houston Land Bank and Houston Housing Collaborative for contracting with Community Lattice to fulfill the engagement and community building needs around your inaugural Banker's Fair, in which you gathered over 100 of Houston's realtors, bankers, financial institutions and developers for a fun-filled day of networking, collaborative conversation, and the opportunity to connect with leaders and lenders so that we can learn from each other's experiences and successes, and create a future where real development is not just about the structures, but about the fostering of thriving communities. 🤝💙

🔔 Stay connected with us for updates and inspiring stories about community collaboration in real estate, brownfields redevelopment, and the rebuilding of our communities through an environmental justice lens. Together, we can shape a better future! 💫🌍

07/06/2023

Identifying and acquiring affordable land can be quite the challenge; however the Houston Land Bank has just the opportunity you need!

Check out their latest RFQ and apply soon by visiting their website https://houstonlandbank.org/resources/

EXPECTED TIMELINE (SUBJECT TO CHANGE):
July 3, 2023: RFQ open for responses
July 24, 2023 2pm-3pm: Optional Virtual Builders Forum/ Q&A Session
August 7, 2023: Deadline for submitting questions
August 18, 2023: RFQ closes at 5pm CST

04/27/2023

The Community Lattice team was pleased to join Mayor Sylvester Turner, city departments, and other city-partnered organizations for Earth Day demonstrations, hands-on activities, displays, and interactive booths showcasing city initiatives highlighting a cleaner, greener Houston.

A vibrant speaker series preceded the outdoor activities and set the stage for a fantastic week of inclusive and community-minded learning. Members got to hear about current and future developments, partnerships with local organizations, Houston Community College, and the City. It was truly an "all hands on deck" showcase, filling the hearts and minds of Houstonians and giving tips, resources, and vital information on how Houston can become a bigger, better city!

04/21/2023

Community Lattice drives changes in land revitalization policy and practice to respond to the real-time and real-world needs of disadvantaged communities.

We advise local governments, civic groups, and nonprofits to build and execute data-driven programs and initiatives that mitigate environmental risk, address climate action or adaptation, and increase community resilience.

Check out https://www.communitylattice.com/what-we-do to learn more!