City of Moscow Hosts Fair Housing Workshop, April 8

Moscow, IDLocal News

The City of Moscow, Idaho, is hosting an important fair housing workshop on April 8, 2025, from 12:00 p. m. to 4:00 p. m. The event is organized in partnership with the Intermountain Fair Housing Council (IFHC) and will be held in the Council Chambers at Moscow City Hall, with options for both in-person and online participation.

This comprehensive workshop will cover essential topics related to the Fair Housing Act, including complaint procedures and examples of discriminatory practices that can occur in housing. Led by IFHC Education Director Peg Richards and Staff Attorney Monica Fabbi, the session is geared toward a wide audience consisting of consumers, housing providers, realtors, lenders, and government officials. The City of Moscow Fair and Affordable Housing Commission strongly encourages all interested parties to attend. Registration is recommended ahead of time, but attendees can also register on-site starting at noon on the day of the event. For additional questions or accommodation requests, Peg Richards can be contacted directly via email.

This initiative reflects the city's commitment to promoting fair and equitable housing for all residents.

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