Boston, MA – 2009 marked the 40th Anniversary of the Planning Office for Urban Affairs, which was started in 1969 by Monsignor Michael Groden, under the leadership of Cardinal Cushing.
A reception and fundraiser was hosted by Edward A. Fish, Sr. and Cardinal Sean O’Malley, in December with Bank of America as the Presenting Sponsor.
Over the years, the Planning Office has developed over 2,300 units of mixed income and affordable housing for the elderly, families and populations with special needs in nearly 30 towns and neighborhoods throughout metropolitan Boston.
Historically, the Office’s work on justice initiatives includes civic efforts such as A New Paradigm for Housing in Greater Boston, The Challenge to Leadership, The Massachusetts Fisherman’s Partnership and the Metropolitan Education Center which have helped shape all of Boston’s communities.
