“The certificate would be something they could show to potential landlords, to let them know they are working on becoming good tenants,” said Nancy Flinchbaugh, the city’s fair housing/mediation coordinator.
Partners from the city’s Community Development department, Springfield Police Division, Interfaith Hospitality Network, Consumer Credit Counseling Service/GraceWorks, Project Woman, Mental Health Services and Legal Aid of Western Ohio came together to present this certificate program on a quarterly basis.
Interested Springfield residents can attend the class from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 17, at the Lincoln Park Center, 1900 Huron Ave., or the last class of the year from 9 a.m. to noon Thursday, Nov. 17, at the Grayhill Apartments, 220 Montgomery Ave.
Experts from various organizations will teach the class budgeting techniques, legal and housing advocacy, city code and law enforcement rights, and housekeeping and maintenance tips to make sure they are prepared for renting a property.
“The training was designed so that tenants have a better understanding of their rights and responsibilities,” Flinchbaugh said.
“Sometimes tenants go through rough financial times, and so this will help them as they get on their feet to do better in the future,” Flinchbaugh said.
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