Cabrillo Economic Development Corporation Celebrates Successful Groundbreaking Ceremony for Buellton

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. - Aug. 27, 2024 - PRLog -- The Cabrillo Economic Development Corporation (Cabrillo EDC) is thrilled to announce the successful groundbreaking for their newest development, the Village Senior Apartments, a highly anticipated affordable housing community designed for seniors. The project will feature 50 units, 13 of which will be dedicated to senior veterans. The event, held on August 15, 2024, marks a significant milestone in Cabrillo EDC's ongoing commitment to addressing the housing needs of seniors and senior veterans in Santa Barbara County.

The ceremony featured distinguished guests, including Mayor David King of the City of Buellton, Amisha DeYoung-Dominguez, Esquire and District Representative for Congressman Salud Carbajal, and Pamela Gnekow, CEO of Santa Ynez Valley Community Outreach, and more. They spoke about what the Senior Village Apartments mean to the underserved population of seniors and senior veterans who will now have a place to thrive, as well as the obstacles that Cabrillo EDC had to overcome to bring this project to fruition. The speakers' involvement in this event highlighted the significance of this project and the positive impact it will bring to the local community.

"The Village Senior Apartments are the result of a decade of hard work and unwavering commitment," said Derrick Wada, Director of Real Estate Development at Cabrillo EDC. "Over the past 10 years, this project has faced numerous challenges, demanding relentless dedication and perseverance from countless individuals and teams."

"We are honored to be here to celebrate this accomplishment with the Buellton community and show our commitment to creating a supportive and positive environment where residents can thrive," said Margarita H. de Escontrias, CEO of Cabrillo EDC.

Cabrillo EDC extends its deepest thanks to all those who made this event possible, including the Buellton Senior Center, local elected officials, and community supporters. The organization looks forward to continuing its mission of developing inclusive residential communities that serve the needs of underserved populations.

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About Cabrillo Economic Development Corporation
The Cabrillo Economic Development Corporation has been making dreams come true, one home at a time, since 1981. Proud to be the largest developer of affordable homes in Ventura County, Cabrillo's success is the result of decades of passion, dedication, and vision. Cabrillo Economic Development Corporation develops and manages service-enriched, inclusive residential communities, ensuring access to affordable, secure, quality housing that creates the foundation for our residents to grow and thrive.

At Cabrillo, home is more than a place to live – it is the cornerstone of the community's economic, environmental, and social wellbeing.