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For Members of the Press
MidPen Housing President & CEO Matthew O. Franklin is available for interviews on the work of MidPen, current trends in affordable housing and related topics. We can also refer journalists to residents of MidPen communities.
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Press Releases and Company Messages
May 23, 2026
Yield Pro
“My life has completely changed,” Colibri Commons resident Fatai Heimuli said. “I had already sold myself on the fact that I might have to move far away, because that’s all I could afford, so the fact I can stay 5 minutes away from my parents, where I grew up,
May 22, 2026
MidPen Housing
“I know the challenge facing people in finding their own homes,” said San Mateo County Supervisor Lisa Gauthier. “I am extremely proud of Colibri Commons and the County’s dedicated involvement in this affordable housing project.”
May 12, 2026
SF YIMBY
Speaking at the event, Union City Mayor Gary Singh said, “Lazuli Landing represents a promise kept to our community. These new affordable homes will give more families the opportunity to live and thrive in Union City.”
May 8, 2026
MidPen Housing
“Affordable housing doesn’t happen alone – it takes strong partnerships and shared vision,” said Mayor Gary Singh. “Lazuli Landing represents a promise kept to our community. These new affordable homes will give more families the opportunity to live and thrive in Union City.”
April 1, 2026
MidPen Housing
“CASA is thrilled to expand our art and wellness mission to one of San Francisco’s most beautiful neighborhoods,” said Leslie Einhorn, Founder and Executive Director of CASA. “We’re grateful to MidPen for partnering on a creative solution that provides CASA with affordable space while supporting community rentals. We look
February 2, 2026
MidPen Housing
Mahonia Glen is MidPen’s first development in Santa Rosa and the city’s first to advance under SB 35—a bill that streamlines approval of projects that meet affordability requirements.