CLPHA Board President Jeffery K. Patterson, Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority Featured in Forbes’ “Rebuilding America” Series
9.28.22
Members Making News
New NYCHA Leadership Structure Announced: Gregory Russ to Continue to Serve as Chair of NYCHA's Board as National Search for New CEO Begins
9.27.22
Last week, New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced a new leadership structure at the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), splitting the roles of NYCHA chair and chief executive officer. CLPHA Board Member Gregory Russ will continue in his role as chair of NYCHA’s board of directors, while General Counsel Lisa Bova-Hiatt will serve as interim CEO during the national search for a permanent CEO.
Graduates of Chicago HA's Family Self-Sufficiency Program Celebrate Independence
9.27.22
From the Chicago Housing Authority's press release:
Chicago Housing Authority residents who participated in the Family Self Sufficiency (FSS) program received their certificates of completion this month at an FSS graduation ceremony at the Charles A. Hayes Family Investment Center.
Connecting Cleveland to broadband and improving digital literacy a path to a better future (Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority)
9.27.22
From Sandra Williams', Director of State Government Affairs at Charter Communications, op-ed on Cleveland.com:
I read with interest the recent story about local nonprofits bringing digital literacy to Cleveland residents. (“College student found his real passion,” Sep. 6.)
NYC to Offer Free Broadband to 300,000 Public Housing Residents (New York City Housing Authority)
9.27.22
From Bloomberg:
New York City is partnering with Charter Communications Inc. and Altice USA Inc. to provide free high-speed internet and basic cable TV service to about 300,000 residents of public housing.
Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority announces $15.6 million financing plan that paves way to start construction on Harriet’s Hope affordable housing community serving survivors of human trafficking
9.27.22
From the Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority's press release:
The Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA) and Beacon 360 Management Inc. announced today they have finalized a $15.6 million financing plan that allows development to begin on Harriet’s Hope, a 52-unit new construction project that is a first-of-its-kind for Columbus and among the nation’s first service-enriched housing communities exclusive to human trafficking survivors.
Yakima Housing Authority receives funding for affordable housing project on Fruitvale
9.27.22
From KNDO 23 News:
The city of Yakima will soon see a 54-unit affordable housing project on Fruitvale Boulevard after the Washington State Department of Commerce announced that the Yakima Housing Authority will receive $119,000 in funding. The money comes from the Housing Trust fund, which the state is using to support developers and bridge the gap from construction cost increases, according to the press release from the department.
San Jose transforms hotel for foster youth (Santa Clara County Housing Authority)
9.27.22
From the San Jose Spotlight:
San Jose is partnering with various agencies on a multi-million-dollar project to transform a hotel into housing for youth transitioning out of foster care.
CLPHA Members Receive Over 4,000 New Fair Share Vouchers
9.26.22
CLPHA Member Durham Housing Authority Awarded $40 Million Choice Neighborhoods Implementation Grant
9.19.22