Monthly Archives: August 2011

Upcoming Foreclosure Auction Protest

On Monday we passed the strongest anti-foreclosure legislation in the state. Last night, more than 50 residents fighting back against banks to stop no-fault evictions, accept rent and give loan modifications that include a principal reduction, came out for our … Continue reading

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Springfield City Council Unanimously Passes Strongest Anti-Foreclosure Legislation in the Country

On Monday August 22nd, after months of organizing by residents facing foreclosure with the No One Leaves/Nadie Se Mude Coalition, the Springfield city council unanimously approved the strongest anti-foreclosure legislation in the country. See the Press Release & the actual … Continue reading

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Final Vote on Foreclosure Ordinance — 8/22 @ 5:30 PM

We are on the verge of passing the strongest anti-foreclosure legislation in Massachusetts. Next monday, the city council will take its final votes on an ordinance that would enact a $10,000 cash bond to aid the city in maintaining and … Continue reading

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Wed 8/10 @ 5PM: Foreclosure Ordinance Subcommittee Hearing

SUBCOMMITTEE HEARING ON ANTI-FORECLOSURE ORDINANCES WEDNESDAY AUGUST 10TH @ 5PM  Springfield City Hall (36 Court Street) — Room 200 (we will gather at 4:30 outside city hall) Next wednesday, August 10th, the Springfield City Council will hold a subcommittee hearing … Continue reading

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