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simplyk-bucket-production.s3.ca-central-1.amazonaws.com For more than 60 years, ECHO Housing has helped individuals and families understand their rights, remain safely housed, and access the resources they need to move forward.

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📣 Attention Monterey Tenants!

Join ECHO Housing and the City of Monterey for a Fair Housing Training today at Monterey City Hall from 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.

Attend in person or join us via Zoom by scanning the QR code on the flyer.

Learn about your rights and get your questions answered—we hope to see you there!

Happy Fair Housing Month! 🏡✨

Happy Fair Housing Month! 🏡

In 1963, the Rumford Act made history as California’s first major fair housing law—prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, and ancestry.

Just one year later, Proposition 14 attempted to roll back those protections. In response, a group of committed volunteers came together to stand for housing justice—forming what would become ECHO Housing.

In 1966, Proposition 14 was ruled unconstitutional, restoring critical protections.

Then, on April 11, 1968—just one week after the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr.—the Fair Housing Act was signed into law by Lyndon B. Johnson, expanding fair housing protections nationwide.

Today, ECHO Housing proudly partners with communities across Alameda, Contra Costa, and Monterey counties to fight housing discrimination and ensure everyone has the freedom of housing choice.

Pictured below is the Executive Director of ECHO Housing accepting a Fair Housing Proclamation from the City of Salinas.

Thank you to Mayor Donahue and the Salinas City Council for partnering with us to fight housing discrimination and advance fair housing for all. 🏡

April is Fair Housing Month! 🏡

ECHO Housing, in partnership with the City of Seaside, invites renters, property owners, managers, and community members to join us for an informative meeting on understanding your fair housing rights.

Topics will include:
• State and federal fair housing laws
• Who is protected under fair housing law
• Renting to families with children
• Criminal background considerations
• Advertising guidelines
• And more

📅 Wednesday, April 22, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Seaside Community Center
220 Coe Ave., Seaside, CA

Prefer to attend virtually? Join us via Zoom by scanning the QR code on the flyer.

We hope to see you there!

Happy fair housing month everyone!

ECHO Housing, in partnership with the City of Hercules, invites you to a community discussion on fair housing.

Join us on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM via Zoom to learn about state and federal fair housing laws, who is protected under fair housing law, reasonable accommodations and modifications, and more.

For additional information, please contact ECHO Housing at 925-732-3919. To register, scan the QR code on the flyer.

We hope to see you there!

ECHO Housing would like to extend our sincere thanks to the Union City City Council for proclaiming April as Fair Housing Month.

ECHO Housing, alongside our valued partners like Union City, works tirelessly every day to promote fairness in housing and to eliminate discrimination in all its forms. This proclamation is a meaningful recognition of that shared commitment.

Thank you to Mayor and City Council for your leadership and support in advancing fair and equitable housing for all.

The City of Union City proudly recognizes April as National Fair Housing Month—a time to reaffirm the fundamental right of every individual to access safe, stable, and discrimination-free housing.

We acknowledge that the journey to secure housing is not always easy. Whether you are searching for an affordable rental, working toward homeownership, or navigating housing uncertainty, please know that you are not alone.

This year, the City was honored to present a Fair Housing Month proclamation to ECHO Housing in recognition of their unwavering commitment to advancing housing equity. ECHO Housing continues to provide critical services that help prevent homelessness, promote long-term housing stability, and uphold fair housing principles throughout our region.

To learn more about Union City’s housing assistance programs and available resources, please visit: www.unioncityca.gov/154/Housing

Photo description: Executive Director Christina Soto, Union City Mayor Gary Singh, and an ECHO Housing representative proudly display the proclamation presented to them by the City Council.

Hope you can join us on this day.

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On April 16, 2026, ECHO Housing’s Board President, Daniel Taylor, was recognized as a Heart of Hayward Volunteer Award recipient.

We are incredibly proud to have a board leader who is deeply committed not only to serving the community, but also to truly understanding the challenges individuals and families face in securing housing of their choice. Daniel’s dedication, compassion, and leadership continue to strengthen ECHO Housing’s mission every day.

Congratulations, Daniel, on this well-deserved recognition, and thank you for all that you do for ECHO Housing and the communities we serve.

April 9, ECHO Housing’s Executive Director attended the City Council meeting in Newark to accept the Fair Housing Proclamation in recognition of Fair Housing Month.

Did you know? The Fair Housing Act was signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson on April 11, 1968—just one week after the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.. Its passage served as a tribute to Dr. King’s enduring legacy and his fight for justice and equality.

Fair Housing Month is a time to reflect on the progress made and recommit to ensuring equal housing opportunities for all.

📣 Community Housing Rights Meeting — Tonight at 6 PM

On March 19, 2026, ECHO Housing, in partnership with the City of Salinas and the Housing Resource Center, invites renters, property owners, managers, and community members to a public community meeting hosted by Councilmember Tony Barrera.

Join us for an important discussion on housing rights, including:
• Rent increase rules
• Tenant protections
• Required documentation for termination notices
• When relocation benefits must be included

📍 615 Williams Road, Salinas
🕕 6:00 PM

We hope to see you there!