2026 Housing Summit
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2026 Affordable Housing Summit, hosted by the Merced CoC in collaboration with the Merced County Community and Economic Development Department. Your participation made this event a resounding success, and we’re truly grateful for your commitment to shaping the future of housing in our region.
The summit sparked meaningful conversations on affordable housing and community development, bringing forward ideas that will benefit our community for years to come.
We’d also like to extend a special thank you to our incredible presenters. Your expertise and dedication inspired impactful discussions and meaningful learning throughout the day, and your contributions truly made a difference.
As a resource for attendees, we’ve included the summit presentations below. We hope these materials continue to support your work in the community and encourage ongoing collaboration.
Presentation Slides:
Project Sentinel
Presented by Dr. Ana Andrade
Eden Housing
Presented by Dixie Lira Baus
San Joaquin Valley Housing Collaborative
Presented by Miguel Arambula
Upholdings
Presented by Jessica Hoff Berzac
Self-Help Enterprises
Presented by Laura Fisher & Rosa Corcoles :
Merced City & County Continuum of Care
Presented by Victoria Taylor
Special Thanks:
CED Director Mark Mimms
Dr. Ana Andrade - Project Sentinel
Dixie Lira-Baus - Eden Housing
Miguel Arambula - San Joaquin Valley Housing Coalition
Jessica Hoff Berzac - Upholdings
Laura Fisher & Rosa Corcoles - Self Help Enterprises
Victoria Taylor - Merced City and County Continuum of Care
Merced County Office of Education
Merced County Community & Economics Development
Panera Bread (Merced Location)
Merced County Human Services Agency Visual Communication Specialists

