The Mariposa Village housing project off of Rand Road in Hood River is progressing with the expectation of the first phase of occupancy expect in late summer. Hood River Mayor Paul Blackburn has been impressed with pace of work, noting 90 personnel are on site working to complete the first set of units. The second phase of units should be ready early next year. City Manager Abigail Elder noted the project will also include a new public park within it.