About Us
Dedicated to Serving Low-Income Families
Contentment Place Communities Corporation (CPCC)
Contentment Place Communities Corporation (CPCC) is a volunteer, non-profit board that is focused on affordable housing. CPCC owns Mill Village, a Section 8 Project Based Voucher development in Dedham, Massachusetts. CPCC enjoys a close working relationship with the Dedham Housing Authority, which manages the property, offers Mill Village rental opportunities for those inquiring at the Authority, and administers the Section 8 Project Based Vouchers. Dedicated to serving low-income populations, we aspire to purchase additional rental properties in the southeastern Massachusetts area.
Who We Are
Established in 2021, Contentment Place Community Corporation is a small group of area residents organized to develop, partner and advocate for affordable rental and homeownership opportunities within the Town of Dedham and surrounding area.
We took the name Contentment because in 1636 Dedham founders planned to call their town Contentment. The historical connection and the emotion evoked from having a place to live came together perfectly.
Our Misson
We Are Guided By Core Beliefs
Every family should have a home that is safe, affordable and healthy; and affordable housing in safe neighborhoods enables stability and achievement in life. Accordingly, our mission is to:​
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Expend CPCC funds to expand affordable housing supply and/or sustain existing affordable housing inventory and/or expand accessible housing inventory.
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Support other public and non-profit organizations in developing residential housing for low- and moderate-income families and individuals, and assist in identifying new residents for existing units.
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Work with private developers to provide new affordable housing either as private landlords or as landlords subject to Dedham affordable housing by-laws.
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Manage CPCC-owned properties professionally, with environmentally friendly and sustainable policies. We pledge to work with service agencies that assist seniors aging in place, families needing financial assistance to preserve tenancies, and persons with disabilities who require support to live independently.
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Advocate for opportunities that expand affordable homeownership and rental opportunities and/or promote Fair Housing.
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Convert an existing Dedham Housing Authority property currently under HUD Section 18 requirements to a privately owned, 100% affordable property for low-income persons (under 80% AMI) for the next 30 years.
Our Dedicated Housing Professionals
Meet the Board of Directors
President of the Board
Jacqueline Sullivan
Jacqueline is currently the Deputy Executive Director at the Watertown Housing Authority. Previously, she was the Executive Director of the Wellesley Housing Authority, where she rose from property manager and Deputy Director positions. Jacqueline has served on the Parkway Community YMCA Board, Dedham Educational Partnership Board and Dedham Council on Aging Board. She was also the Vice President of the Southeastern Massachusetts Executive Director Association. A lifelong Dedham resident, Jaqueline is passionate about providing affordable-and low-income housing.
Vice President of the Board
John Kane
John is currently the Coordinator of Grants and Strategic Partnerships for the Boston Housing Authority. In this position, he focuses on bringing in additional resources and expertise to serve BHA residents and staff and support the maintenance and improvement of the portfolio through local, state, and federal public and private grants and partnerships. John moved to Dedham in 2006 and was elected to the Dedham Housing Authority board in April 2019. In 2016, John and another BHA colleague were presented with the Boston University Gail Douglas Award for Public Health Practice for their outstanding leadership in public health service for residents of Boston’s housing developments. Prior to joining the Boston Housing Authority, he worked on state-wide advocacy for homeless services. John is one of two CPCC Board Members who are designated and recommended to the CPCC board by the DHA board.
Treasurer of the Board
Catherine Cardinale
Cathy is the retired Director of Dedham’s Health Department and continues to consult with numerous municipalities and housing agencies on public health and health code compliance. Prior to her director position, she was the town’s Housing Inspector. As a certified Housing Quality Standards inspector, she was able to inspect per requirements set by US Dept of Housing & Urban Development. Cathy began her career in Public Health by implementing a grant program to reduce smoking in minors. She has been a member of the Massachusetts Health Officers Association (MHOA) for over 25 years. Cathy is a lifelong resident of Dedham.
Member of the Board
Brian Cloonan
Brian previously served as President of the Board for 3 years. He is the retired Executive Director of the Brookline Housing Authority after serving over 35 years in the affordable housing industry. Before his employment at Brookline Housing Authority, he was the Executive Director of the Watertown Housing Authority for 7 years. He has also worked at the Worcester HA, the Waltham HA and the Bromley-Heath Tenant Management Corp. Brian is a longtime member of the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO) including roles on various committees. His core commitment to affordable housing in all forms prompted him to be a member of the Citizens' Housing & Planning Association. Brian is a 30+ year resident of Dedham.
Member of the Board
Kyle Lewis
Kyle currently serves in the Dedham Savings Bank’s Residential Lending Department as a Loan Officer. He began at the bank as a part-time teller. His Board position enables him to serve the community and learn more about affordable- and low-income housing. Kyle resides in Randolph.
Member of the Board
Donna Brown-Rego
Appointed as MassNAHRO’s Executive Director in 2018, Donna serves as the spokesperson, liaison, and coordinator with all major stakeholders of the Association, regulatory agencies, and industry partners. She is accountable for the Association’s financial performance and is responsible for daily management of all operations of MassNAHRO. Donna started her thirty-year career at MassNAHRO in 1994 as Member Services Coordinator. She was promoted to Deputy Director in 2000. Donna has a B.S. degree from the University of Vermont and J.D. degree from Suffolk University of Law. In 2015, Donna was elected to the Board of the Dedham Housing Authority and currently serves as Chair. She is a registered lobbyist and member of the Massachusetts Bar Association.
Executive Director, Dedham HA
Carrie Moore