Transparency and Accountability Trump Conflicts of Interest

To quote the Vineyard Gazette editorial in the May 15 issue: “The goals of affordable housing are both vital and laudable, but they are not above the equally important principles of transparency and accountability, especially to the thousands of private donors and taxpayers who have contributed so generously to a good cause.”

The Island Affordable Housing Fund and the Island Housing Trust are pleased to have this opportunity to clarify our roles and describe our operating methods as they have evolved.