Step 3: your letter
Draft a persuasive letter that includes:
1.Describes the community lack of affordable housing options for low-income families in great detail and how you feel about the issue
2. propose a possible solution to the issue and describe an action you would like your representative Mayor Jason Lary to take to address your issue.
3. Make a compelling argument for the solution benefitting the community as a whole.
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, Zip Code]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]
[Date]
Mayor Jason Lary
City of Stonecrest
3120 Stonecrest Blvd
Lithonia, GA 30038
Dear Mayor Lary,
I am writing to express my deep concern about the lack of affordable housing options for low-income families in our community. As a resident of Stonecrest, I have witnessed firsthand the struggles that many families face when trying to find safe and affordable housing.
The current housing market in our community is severely lacking in affordable options, leaving many families forced to live in overcrowded and substandard conditions. It is heartbreaking to see children growing up in such unstable housing situations, which can have a lasting impact on their well-being and future opportunities.
I urge you to take action on this pressing issue by implementing a program to increase affordable housing options in our community. One possible solution could be to incentivize developers to build more affordable housing units by offering tax breaks or other incentives. This would not only provide much-needed housing for low-income families, but also stimulate economic growth in our community.
I believe that addressing the lack of affordable housing in Stonecrest will benefit our community as a whole. By ensuring that all residents have access to safe and affordable housing, we can create a more inclusive and prosperous community. Families will be able to put down roots and thrive, leading to a stronger and more vibrant community overall.
I urge you to take action on this issue and make affordable housing a priority in our community. I would be happy to discuss this matter further and offer my support in any way that I can. Thank you for your attention to this important issue.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]