Cascade PBS and the Pierce County Library District are hosting a free screening of Priced Out: Fear and resistance in WA mobile home parks. In the short documentary, the Cascade PBS investigative team examines the practices of mobile home park ownership group Hurst & Son. Residents in the parks across the Pacific Northwest say sudden increases in rent and cuts to maintenance have made it difficult to continue to afford their homes.
The film follows the ensuing tenant organizing efforts, and examines the effectiveness of legal protections for residents in Washington state. Following the screening, join Cascade PBS journalists for a Q&A regarding the reporting process, mobile home tenant protections and updated state laws.
The event will be held Tuesday, September 16, 6-7:30 p.m. at University Place Pierce County Library, 3609 Market Place West, University Place, Wash. Street parking is available. The event is free and open to the public. RSVP here.
If you would like to submit a question prior to the screening, please fill out this form for the chance to have your question answered by a reporter.
