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Veteran housing leader brings nearly two decades of Housing Choice Voucher Program experience to Atlanta ATLANTA – Atlanta Housing today announced the appointment of...
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Atlanta Housing and Partners Celebrate the Grand Opening of Legacy at Herndon Square, Phase II of Former Herndon Homes Redevelopment
Developed in partnership with Hunt Companies, Pennrose, LLC and Oakwood Development Group, the new mixed-income community advances affordable housing and community investment on Atlanta’s Westside....
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Atlanta Housing, Atlanta Beltline and Partners Break Ground on 100 Percent Affordable Overlook at Garson
With immediate access to the future Atlanta Beltline expansion, Overlook at Garson will deliver 130 completely affordable homes and approximately 10,000 square feet of community retail space. ATLANTA – Today, Atlanta Housing and Atlanta Beltline, alongside development, community and...
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Atlanta Housing CEO Terri M. Lee Appointed Senior Vice President of National PHADA Board
PHADA represents nearly 1,900 housing agencies overseeing more than 1.9 million low-income housing units across the U.S. ATLANTA – Today, the Public Housing Authorities...
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Atlanta Housing Board of Commissioners Approves FY 2027 Budget
$544.6M allocated to expand housing opportunity, resident services, development pipeline, and overall impact for the City of Atlanta ATLANTA – The Atlanta Housing Board of Commissioners voted unanimously today to approve a $544.6 million balanced budget...
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Atlanta Housing Announces New $60,000 Down Payment Assistance Program and Partnership with Pretium to Expand Homeownership Opportunities
New initiative builds on existing program previously offering up to $25,000 in assistance for eligible families New pilot program expands financial support, mortgage readiness and access to quality...
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Atlanta Housing Names Interim Chief Operating Officer Ahead of Executive Leader’s May 8th Retirement
National Search for COO Underway Atlanta — Today, Atlanta Housing announced the appointment of Sharese M. Reyes as Interim Chief Operating Officer, effective upon...
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Atlanta Housing Chief Operating Officer Dwayne Vaughn Announces Retirement After Decades of Housing Leadership
Veteran affordable housing leader to conclude more than 35-year career advancing housing opportunity and community development ATLANTA – Atlanta Housing today announced that Chief...
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Atlanta Housing Announces Appointment of Bentina Terry to Board of Commissioners
ATLANTA – Today, Atlanta Housing (AH) announced that Mayor Andre Dickens appointed Bentina Terry to the Atlanta Housing Board of Commissioners for a five-year...
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Atlanta Housing Appoints Abdel Altamimi as Chief Financial Officer
Veteran finance leader to oversee enterprise-wide financial strategy and operations ATLANTA – Atlanta Housing today announced the appointment of Abdel Altamimi as Chief Financial...
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Atlanta Housing Announces Strengthened Governance, Ethics, and Oversight Measures
Enhanced Oversight to Increase Transparency and Accountability ATLANTA – Atlanta Housing today announced a series of strengthened governance, ethics, and oversight measures aimed at reinforcing accountability, transparency, and the responsible...
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Atlanta Housing and Goodwill of North Georgia Deepen Partnership to Expand Workforce Services for Residents
Collaboration connects residents to free career coaching, training pathways and employer networks. ATLANTA — Atlanta Housing and Goodwill of North Georgia today announced the...
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Atlanta Housing Appoints Sharese M. Reyes as General Counsel
Seasoned public sector legal leader brings more than two decades of experience to the agency ATLANTA – Atlanta Housing announced the appointment of Sharese...
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Atlanta Housing and Civic Center Partners Break Ground on First Phase of Atlanta Civic Center Redevelopment
148 affordable senior housing units to anchor the start of a multi-phase, 19-acre transformation ATLANTA – Atlanta Housing, in partnership with The Michaels Organization,...
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Atlanta Housing Announces Appointment of Matt M. Bronfman to Board of Commissioners
ATLANTA – Atlanta Housing (AH) today announced that Mayor Andre Dickens has appointed Matt M. Bronfman to the Atlanta Housing Board of Commissioners for...
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Prestigious Honor a Reflection of Terri M. Lee’s Vision and Passion for Affordable Housing in Atlanta
2025 ‘Women of Influence’ awards celebrate 21 regional executives who are leaders in their industries and drive positive impact in their communities ATLANTA,...
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Atlanta Housing Appoints Maya Hodari as Chief Real Estate Officer
Seasoned real estate executive to lead the agency’s housing development and investment strategy ATLANTA – Atlanta Housing (AH) today announced the appointment of Maya...
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Atlanta Housing Statement on Federal Government Shutdown
“Atlanta Housing (AH) is closely monitoring the federal government shutdown and its implications for the thousands of low-income families we serve. Based on current...
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Atlanta Housing and Bird Announce Ride-to-Work Partnership Expanding Mobility and Workforce Opportunities for Residents
First-of-its-kind collaboration connects AH residents to discounted mobility options and new job pathways in Bird’s Atlanta operations ATLANTA, GA – Atlanta Housing (AH) and...
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Atlanta Housing and Columbia Residential Celebrate Grand Reopening of Legacy at East Lake
$35 Million Redevelopment Preserves 149 Affordable Homes for Atlanta Seniors ATLANTA – Columbia Residential, in partnership with Atlanta Housing and key public and private...
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Atlanta Housing Hosts U.S. Rep. Nikema Williams for Property Tour
Atlanta Housing Hosts U.S. Rep. Nikema Williams for Property Tour President & CEO Terri M. Lee meets with Congresswoman to discuss strengthening affordable housing...
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Atlanta Housing Announces Executive Leadership Change
President and CEO Terri M. Lee thanks Dr. Alan Ferguson, Sr., for his leadership and contributions ATLANTA – Atlanta Housing (AH) today announced the...
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Atlanta Housing and Partners Break Ground on $52M Sylvan Hills II Development
Fully affordable housing in Southwest Atlanta to bring 233 new apartment and townhome units ATLANTA – Atlanta Housing, alongside its development and community partners,...
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Atlanta Housing Board of Commissioners Approves $453.3 Million FY 2026 Budget
Atlanta Housing Board of Commissioners Approves $453.3 Million FY 2026 Budget Budget continues housing support to more than 22,000 households and advances affordable housing...
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Atlanta Housing and Development Partners Announce $52 Million Financial Closing for Fully Affordable Sylvan Hills II Family Apartments
Atlanta – Atlanta Housing (AH), in partnership with TCE Development, Radiant Development Partners, EQ Housing Advisors, and Atlanta Neighborhood Development Partnership, is proud to...
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Atlanta Housing Plants New Roots in Southeast Atlanta with First Food-Housing Development
Partnership with Food Well Alliance brings first planting to long-vacant site, transforming it into a hub for food, health and future housing ATLANTA – Atlanta...
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Atlanta Housing President and CEO Terri M. Lee Declares a “Resident Renaissance” and Urges Private-Sector Investment In Communities Historically Left Behind
ATLANTA – Atlanta Housing (AH) President and CEO Terri M. Lee today announced the agency’s ambitious plans to help more residents reach self-sufficiency, increase AH’s...
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Atlanta Housing and Partners Break Ground on $63.6M Bowen Homes Redevelopment
Atlanta Housing and Partners Break Ground on $63.6M Bowen Homes Redevelopment Ceremony launches Bowen transformation with 151 new units ATLANTA – Atlanta Housing...
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Atlanta Housing’s CEO Terri M. Lee Marks a Year of Progress, Driving Affordable Housing and Community Impact
ATLANTA — One year ago, Terri M. Lee stepped into the role of President and CEO of Atlanta Housing (AH) with a clear vision:...
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Atlanta Housing Announces Financial Closing of $87 Million Englewood Multifamily as Part of Phase I Development
Atlanta, GA — Atlanta Housing (AH), in partnership with the Benoit Group, a national multifamily and commercial real estate developer, owner, and operator headquartered...
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Atlanta Housing and Partners Prepare for Cosby Spear Highrise Transformation
In a flurry of financial closings that capped 2024, Atlanta Housing secured a $60.2 million investment from the Department of Housing and Urban Development...
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Atlanta Housing and Partners Celebrate with Ribbon-Cutting at Juanita H. Gardner Village
ATLANTA, Dec. 17, 2024 – Atlanta Housing (AH), in collaboration with Invest Atlanta, the City of Atlanta, the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, and development partners...
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Atlanta Housing Teams Up With Inspiredu to Bridge the Digital Divide
Atlanta Housing (AH) continues its commitment to empowering its residents with the tools needed for economic mobility and greater lifestyle confidence by tackling the...
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Breaking Ground on Progress at The Proctor
Yesterday, Atlanta Housing celebrated a monumental step forward with the groundbreaking of The Proctor, a visionary mixed-income, mixed-use development in the historic English Avenue neighborhood....
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Atlanta Housing Seeks Development Partner to Transform Historic Stadium Hotel
Atlanta Housing Seeks Development Partner to Transform Historic Stadium Hotel Revitalization of 450 Hank Aaron Drive will deliver affordable housing and economic vitality to...
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Learning Spaces Opens at Historic Roosevelt Hall
Learning Spaces Opens at Historic Roosevelt Hall Atlanta Housing and United Way Cut Ribbon on Early Learning Program for Youth On Friday, October 18,...
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Atlanta Housing Announces Financial Closing of The Proctor
Atlanta Housing Announces Financial Closing of The Proctor 41 affordable units earmarked for voucher recipients in West Midtown luxury development, using HUD’s streamlined closing...
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Atlanta Housing Joins City’s Fight Against Blight
Atlanta Housing Joins City’s Fight Against Blight Atlanta Housing (AH) President and CEO Terri Lee stood alongside Mayor Andre Dickens, District 3 Councilman Byron...
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Terri M. Lee Names Chief of Staff for Atlanta Housing
Terri M. Lee Names Chief of Staff for Atlanta Housing September 3, 2024 Atlanta, GA – Atlanta Housing President and CEO Terri M. Lee...
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Atlanta Housing Clinches Financial Closing of 450 Hank Aaron Drive
Atlanta Housing Clinches Financial Closing of 450 Hank Aaron Drive On a street named after the legendary baseball and civil rights icon “Hammerin’ Hank”...
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AH Honors the Excellence of JACSA and UCN Scholars
Today, Atlanta Housing proudly celebrated the achievements of seven outstanding scholars during the James Allen, Jr. Community Scholars Award (JACSA) ceremony. Named in honor...
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Atlanta Housing Board Approves $105 Million In Affordable Housing and Resources
Atlanta Housing Board Approves $105 Million In Affordable Housing and Resources Resolutions support 903 new affordable units in Atlanta July 30, 2024 Atlanta, GA...
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Atlanta Housing Announces Financial Closing of Heritage Village at West Lake
Atlanta Housing Announces Financial Closing of Heritage Village at West Lake The development project will produce 102 newly constructed AH-assisted affordable rental units July...
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Atlanta Housing Announces Financial Closing on Revitalization of Columbia Heritage Senior Residences
Atlanta Housing Announces Financial Closing on Revitalization of Columbia Heritage Senior Residences Major renovation at the former Perry Homes site will preserve 124 AH-assisted...
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AH Celebrates Book Distribution Milestone with Summer Reading Initiative
Atlanta Housing (AH) has joined Book Rich Environments in celebrating its two millionth book distributed to public housing communities. Since 2020, Atlanta Housing has...
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Atlanta Housing Nears $2M Fundraising Milestone for Sustainability Initiatives
Atlanta Housing Nears $2M Fundraising Milestone for Sustainability Initiatives In partnership with SouthFace Energy Institute, Atlanta Housing has now achieved 95% of a five-year...
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Urban Land Institute Releases Study Highlighting Atlanta Housing’s Progress in Advancing Housing Initiatives
Urban Land Institute Releases Study Highlighting Atlanta Housing’s Progress in Advancing Housing Initiatives Findings amplify AH’s transformative progress and impactful trajectory Atlanta,...
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Atlanta Housing Board of Commissioners Unanimously Approves FY 2025 Budget
Atlanta Housing Board of Commissioners Unanimously Approves FY 2025 Budget $533.9 million budget reflects Atlanta Housing’s urgent charge to uplift families through robust affordable...
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ATLANTA HOUSING EXTENDS REQUEST FOR IDEAS (RFI) FOR FORMER BANKHEAD COURTS
ATLANTA HOUSING EXTENDS REQUEST FOR IDEAS (RFI) FOR FORMER BANKHEAD COURTS June 6, 2024 WHO: Atlanta Housing (AH) WHAT: Atlanta Housing announces the extension...
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Atlanta Housing Celebrates Groundbreaking of Englewood Senior
Atlanta Housing Celebrates Groundbreaking of Englewood Senior New affordable housing project will house independent seniors aged 62 and older May 23, 2024 Atlanta Housing...
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Terri M. Lee’s Transformational First 100 Days as Atlanta Housing President and Chief Executive Officer
In her first 100 days as President and Chief Executive Officer of Atlanta Housing, Terri M. Lee has profoundly influenced the agency’s ethos and...
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Atlanta Housing President and Chief Executive Officer Terri M. Lee Announces First Major Leadership Change
Atlanta Housing President and Chief Executive Officer Terri M. Lee Announces First Major Leadership Change Chief Housing and Real Estate Officer and Chief...
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Atlanta Housing Honored with National Association of Local Housing Finance Agencies Award of Excellence
Atlanta Housing Honored with National Association of Local Housing Finance Agencies Award of Excellence Redevelopment of James Allen Jr. Place recognized May 3, 2024...
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AH Employees Celebrate Earth Month with a Green Day Event
April 23, 2024 – Today, the Atlanta Housing Sustainability Task Force hosted an AH Green open house for all Atlanta Housing employees. The day...
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The Benoit Group and Atlanta Housing Announce Financial Closing of a $72 Million Englewood Senior Development as Part of Phase I Development
The Benoit Group and Atlanta Housing Announce Financial Closing of a $72 Million Englewood Senior Development as Part of Phase I Development April...
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Atlanta Housing Releases Request for Ideas (RFI) For Bankhead Courts
Atlanta Housing Releases Request for Ideas (RFI) For Bankhead Courts AH seeks community input for redevelopment of former public housing site. Atlanta, April 12,...
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AH Ignites Opportunities for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs
Atlanta was recently named as the top city to start a business in 2024 by real estate website Home Bay. This acknowledgement came after...
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AUD Releases RFQ for Thomasville Heights Development Partner
In partnership with the City of Atlanta and Invest Atlanta, Atlanta Housing incorporated the Atlanta Urban Development Corporation (AUD) in in July of 2023...
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Pennrose, Atlanta Housing, Project Partners Celebrate Herndon Square Phase II Groundbreaking
Pennrose, Atlanta Housing, Project Partners Celebrate Herndon Square Phase II Groundbreaking Phase II will add 201 mixed-income apartments to the master-planned redevelopment March, 14...
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AH Unveils FY 2025 MTW Plan
Atlanta Housing (AH) recently rolled out its ambitious Fiscal Year 2025 Moving to Work (MTW) Annual Plan, which details Atlanta Housing’s innovative solutions to...
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Interim COO and General Counsel Appointed
February 19, 2024 – Atlanta Housing is pleased to announce the appointment of Dwayne Vaughn, Esq., to Interim Chief Operating Officer and Lisa Washington,...
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AUD Brings Affordable Housing to Midtown Fire Station 15
In alignment with the agency’s Five-Year Strategic Plan, which sets a goal of creating or preserving 10,000 affordable units, Atlanta Housing is moving forward...
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Tony Martin Joins AH Board of Commissioners
In January, Atlanta Housing (AH) announced that Mayor Andre Dickens appointed Tony Martin to its Board of Commissioners, making Mr. Martin the second resident-commissioner...
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Terri M. Lee Named New President and CEO of Atlanta Housing
Terri M. Lee Named New President and CEO of Atlanta Housing AH Board of Commissioners voted unanimously. January 24, 2024 ATLANTA, GA –...
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Atlanta Housing Releases Unlocked Podcast with Host Egypt Sherrod
Today, AH unveiled its new Atlanta Housing Unlocked podcast. This podcast will serve as a powerful platform, allowing the agency to tell the story...
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Terri Lee Tapped for Atlanta Housing CEO by Selection Committee
After a competitive and rigorous national search, the Atlanta Housing Search Selection Committee, chaired by Commissioner Duriya Farooqui, has nominated Terri Lee to serve...
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Atlanta Housing Welcomes New CIO and CFO
Atlanta Housing is pleased to welcome Torri Martin, Esq., Chief Information Officer, and Fenice Taylor, Chief Financial Officer, to our executive leadership team. Mr....
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AH-Assisted Children Get Their Wish in Holiday Literacy-Inspired Program
AH-Assisted Children Get Their Wish in Holiday Literacy-Inspired Program Atlanta Housing and Santa For a Day Distribute Gifts, Books December 20, 2023 Atlanta–Santa...
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AH Teen Summit Inspires Brighter Futures
Atlanta Housing’s commitment to elevating its residents took center stage at the recent Teen Summit held at Roosevelt Hall. The event aligned with Atlanta...
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AH Board Votes to Negotiate Master Developer Agreement For Atlanta Civic Center Performing Arts Center
AH Board Votes to Negotiate Master Developer Agreement For Atlanta Civic Center Performing Arts Center November 16, 2023 Atlanta – In a transformative step...
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Atlanta Housing to Support 25 HomeFlex Units at Intrada Westside Development
Atlanta Housing to Support 25 HomeFlex Units at Intrada Westside Development November 14, 2023 Atlanta – Atlanta Housing Chief Operating Officer Terri Lee joined...
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Celebratory Ribbon Cutting Marks the Completion of the James Allen Jr. Place Renovation
October 30, 2023 – Atlanta Housing recently celebrated the completion of a $36 million renovation of the former Hightower Manor. This transformative project preserved...
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AH Co-Investment Fund Offers Access to Competitive Real Estate Financing
Atlanta Housing’s Co-Investment Fund program is a crucial lending initiative aimed at advancing the creation and preservation of affordable housing with development partners in...
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Opening Doors to Home Ownership at the HUD House Party
On Saturday, September 30, 2023, Atlanta Housing and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and its Georgia Field Office hosted the...
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Atlanta Housing, Integral Partnership Delivers More Affordable Units
Atlanta Housing, Integral Partnership Delivers More Affordable Units September 26, 2023 ATLANTA – Today, Atlanta Housing (AH) and its development partner Integral celebrated the...
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Atlanta Housing Assembles Committee to Lead National Search for New President CEO
Atlanta Housing Assembles Committee To Lead National Search for New President and CEO Atlanta Housing (AH) announced today the launch of a nationwide search...
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Atlanta Housing Announces Resignation of President and CEO Eugene E. Jones, Jr.
Atlanta Housing Announces Resignation of President and CEO Eugene Jones, Jr. September 12. 2023 Atlanta – Atlanta Housing (AH) announces the resignation of President...
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Atlanta Housing Presented $40 Million Grant Check by HUD for Bowen Transformation
Atlanta Housing Presented $40 Million Grant Check by HUD for Bowen Transformation August 3, 2023 Atlanta – U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development...
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HUD Awards Atlanta Housing, City of Atlanta $40 Million for Bowen Homes Transformation
HUD Awards Atlanta Housing, City of Atlanta $40 Million for Bowen Homes Transformation July 26, 2023 Atlanta – HUD announced today that Atlanta Housing...
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AH ACCESS & WIT Collaboration Elevates Single Mothers
Atlanta Housing is committed to putting people first and creating opportunities for individuals, families, and children to thrive. Recently, we announced the launch of...
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CN Scholarship Program Celebrates 2023 Recipients
July 14, 2023 – Yesterday, the Choice Neighborhoods (CN) Scholarship Ceremony took place at the newly renovated and historic Roosevelt Hall. The event was...
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AH Board of Commissioners Approves Budget for ‘Putting People First’ in 2024
June 28, 2023 AH Board of Commissioners Approves Budget for ‘Putting People First’ in 2024 Atlanta — The Atlanta Housing Board of Commissioners voted...
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Atlanta Housing, City of Atlanta Unveil New Roosevelt Hall
June 16, 2023 Atlanta Housing, City of Atlanta Unveil New Roosevelt Hall Atlanta--Atlanta Housing (AH), in partnership with Choice Neighborhoods and the City of...
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Atlanta Housing and the Department of Parks and Recreation Unveil Watkins Street Park
Atlanta Housing and the Department of Parks and Recreation Unveil Watkins Street Park June 10, 2023 Atlanta–Atlanta Housing (AH), in collaboration with the Bowen...
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AH Celebrates 85 Years of Service
AH Celebrates 85 Years of Service May 18, 2023 – Today Atlanta Housing (AH) celebrates its 85th anniversary, a significant milestone for an agency...
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ATLANTA HOUSING ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF JOEL ALVARADO TO BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
ATLANTA — Atlanta Housing (AH) announced today that Mayor Andre Dickens has appointed Joel Alvarado to its Board of Commissioners. Alvarado will replace former Commissioner...
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Sustainability Initiative Wins 2023 DOE Better Practice Award
April 12, 2023 – The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced Atlanta Housing as a recipient of the Best of the Betters: 2023...
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Atlanta Housing, Residents Celebrate 102nd Birthday of Clara “Mama” Bridges
Atlanta Housing, Residents Celebrate102nd Birthday of Clara “Mama” Bridges March 24, 2023 ATLANTA — Atlanta Housing’s oldest living resident, Clara Bridges, today celebrated her...
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Bowen Homes Online Exhibit Launches
In its latest virtual online exhibition, “Bowen Homes Was Home“, Atlanta Housing highlights the personal stories, documents, and photographs that showcase the history of...
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HUD Officials Join AH and Partners in Roundtable and James Allen Jr. Place Site Visit
February 17, 2023 – HUD Deputy Secretary Adrianne Todman and Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Wally Adeyemo joined President and CEO Eugene Jones Jr....
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Strategic Plan and Affordable Housing Programs Overview Dashboard
Click Here to View the Strategic Plan Developed as a supplement to the FY2023-FY2027 Atlanta Housing Strategic Plan, this dashboard features an interactive map...
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AH Board Approves Five-Year Strategic Plan To Create, Preserve 10,000 Housing Units
AH Board Approves Five-Year Strategic Plan To Create, Preserve 10,000 Housing Units January 25, 2023 ATLANTA — The Atlanta Housing Board of Commissioners today...
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Dickens Administration and AH Seek $40 Million from HUD for $560 Million Transformation of Bowen Homes
Dickens Administration and Atlanta Housing Seek $40 Million from HUD for $560 Million Transformation of Bowen Homes January 13, 2023 Atlanta – Atlanta Housing...
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Santa Answers Letters of Bowen-area Children in Literacy-Inspired Program
Santa Answers Letters of Bowen-area Children in Literacy-Inspired Program Atlanta Housing and Santa for a Day Distribute Books, Gifts December 23, 2022 Santa kept...
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AHEXCELLENCE: Strategy, Policy & Regulatory Affairs Dir., Projects Ayanna Kennedy Accepts Award
Atlanta Housing Strategy, Policy & Regulatory Affairs Director, Projects, Ayanna Kennedy has been honored as one of the Special Districts Top 10 Technology Innovation...
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AH EXCELLENCE: COO Terri Lee Recognized as WAHN’s 2022 Georgian
Atlanta Housing Chief Operating Officer Terri Lee will be honored with the 2022 Georgian award by the Atlanta Women’s Affordable Housing Network (WAHN) today...
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Atlanta Housing Selects Master Developer for Former Bowen Homes Revitalization
Atlanta Housing Selects Master Developer for Former Bowen Homes Revitalization October 26, 2022 Atlanta–The AH Board of Commissioners today authorized Atlanta Housing to negotiate...
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Atlanta Housing Commemorates Birth of Public Housing at Former Techwood, University Homes Sites
Atlanta Housing Commemorates Birth of Public Housing at Former Techwood, University Homes Sites October 11, 2022 Atlanta–Atlanta Housing (AH), in partnership with the Georgia...
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AH EXCELENCE: CIO Brian Benn Shares Leadership Insights on Digital Transformations
During the pandemic, AH Chief Information Officer Brian Benn spearheaded the implementation of Key IT strategies, allowing AH to maintain a full-service contact center...
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AH EXCELLENCE: Director of D&I Rholanda Stanberry Accepts Government Partner of the Year Award
The Georgia Hispanic Construction Association has selected AH Director of Diversity and Inclusion Rholanda Stanberry to receive the 2022 Government Partner of the Year...
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Atlanta Housing Board of Commissioners Elects Larry Stewart as New Chair
Atlanta Housing Board of Commissioners Elects Larry Stewart as New Chair September 28, 2022 Atlanta — The Atlanta Housing Board of Commissioners today voted...
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Atlanta Housing Helps Preserve Affordability in Adair Park Neighborhood With the Reopening of Columbia at Capitol View
On Wednesday, September 14 our partners at Columbia Residential hosted the grand-reopening of Columbia at Capitol View, a newly renovated, mixed-income community located in...
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Atlanta Housing, City Partners Break Ground on Juanita H. Gardner Village
Atlanta Housing, City Partners Break Ground On Juanita H. Gardner Village Tuesday, August 30, 2022 Atlanta — Atlanta Housing and its city partners...
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AH Board Votes to Negotiate Master Developer Agreement For Atlanta Civic Center
AH Board Votes to Negotiate Master Developer Agreement For Atlanta Civic Center August 24, 2022 Atlanta — The Atlanta Housing Board of Commissioners...
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Atlanta Housing Welcomes Cass Miller as Chief of Facilities and Operations Management
Atlanta Housing is pleased to welcome Cass Miller, Chief of Facilities and Operations Management, to our team. Cass will be responsible for overseeing the growth,...
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Mayor Andre Dickens Appoints New Atlanta Housing Commissioners
The Atlanta Housing Board of Commissioners welcomed three new members at the board’s May 25 meeting, following their appointment by Mayor Andre Dickens and...
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Statement from Atlanta Housing President and CEO Eugene Jones Jr.
Statement From Atlanta HousingPresident and CEO Eugene Jones Jr.May 31, 2022 As President and CEO of Atlanta Housing, I received an email Thursday, May...
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RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT: World War II veteran and retired nurse, Mama Bridges celebrates 101 years.
For many of us, it’s tough to even remember what we had for dinner last night, but at 101 years old, Ms. Clara Bridges...
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AH EXCELLENCE: CIO named Technology Executive of the Year
AH’s Chief Information Officer Brian Benn was recently named Technology Executive of the Year by the Information Technology Senior Management Forum (ITSMF). Determined by...
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Atlanta Housing Hosts the HUD Innovation in Affordable Housing Student Design and Planning Competition
Atlanta Housing (AH) is proud to announce the HUD Innovation in Affordable Housing Student Design and Planning Competition beginning today, Thursday, March 10 and...
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Atlanta Housing and Partners Bring Affordable Housing to the BeltLine
We are proud to announce the groundbreaking of Madison Reynoldstown, which will be co-developed by Atlanta Housing and Rea Ventures Group, Inc. Located at...
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UPDATE: AH Lists Local Rent Relief Opportunities for Those Facing Eviction
Atlanta’s eviction filings are still on the rise, according to statistics organized by the Atlanta Regional Commission, Georgia Tech and the Federal Reserve Bank...
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Building Better Futures: How AH is Expanding Affordable Housing in the New Year
As the year comes to a close, we are proud to reflect on another successful year of serving our families. Despite the continued challenges...
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Home for the Holidays: AH’s DPA Program Aids Another First-Time Homebuyer
You could say Christmas came early for this Atlanta firefighter. Despite his busy schedule as a full-time working, single father of two, Jerel C....
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AH Spreads Holiday Cheer to a Family Recently Housed During the Pandemic
In the spirit of the holidays, Atlanta Housing has been hard at work spreading holiday cheer. In our annual partnership with the Santa for...
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AH’s New Madison Reynoldstown Brings Affordable Living to the BeltLine
In our ongoing pursuit to expand equitable housing opportunities in Atlanta, AH is proud to conclude the year with yet another major mission-centered achievement....
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AH Lists Local Rent Relief Opportunities for Those Facing Eviction
Atlanta’s eviction filings have more than doubled since the summer, according to statistics from the Atlanta Regional Commission. Spurred by the Sept. 2021 Supreme...
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AH Excellence: AH Employees Awarded Top Honors and Recognitions for Their Pursuits
We are proud to foster a culture of excellence here at Atlanta Housing. And every year, as our AH family pursues our noble mission...
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AH paves the pathway to sustainable employment in the STEM sector with first graduating cohort of the Digital Leadership Academy
According to a recent job forecast report, nearly half of workers will need to upskill or reskill by the year 2025 in order to...
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Preserving Affordable Housing: London Townhomes
Atlanta is rapidly growing, with more jobs flowing into the city and new residential and commercial properties in development to meet the increasing demand....
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AH Partner, United Way of Greater Atlanta, Offers Free Tax Prep Services for Low-Income Atlantans.
The extended tax filing deadline of May 17th is quickly approaching. Yet, many Americans may still feel unprepared or ill-equipped to file their 2020...
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Green Atlanta: Opening Doors to a More Equitable and Sustainable Future
At Atlanta Housing (AH), we’re dedicated to opening doors to a better future for low-income Atlantans. We know this mission is more than just...
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New year, new outlook for Atlanta’s homeless population
For Atlanta resident Tony Morgan, the “new year, new you” mantra wasn’t just a cliché. It held a much deeper significance. For the first...
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Atlanta Housing 2020 End of Year Report
Atlanta Housing is proud to present the End-of-Year Report 2020, which provides a summarized look into our work and achievements from this historic year....
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Atlanta Housing Welcomes Dwayne C. Vaughn as General Counsel
Atlanta, GA- Atlanta Housing’s Board of Commissioners Chair Christopher Edwards and Chief Executive Officer Eugene Jones announced the appointment of Dwayne C. Vaughn as the...
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Dialogues in Housing: Affordable Housing & the Race Factor
To close out Black History Month, Atlanta Housing (AH) is inviting listeners to join us for a timely conversation on race and housing. The...
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Atlanta Housing and partners connect seniors to COVID-19 vaccinations
Atlanta Housing (AH) partnered with the Family Health Centers of Georgia to vaccinate 118 AH residents Friday, Feb 19. AH provided transportation using social...
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TechBridge and Atlanta Housing announce the Technology Career Program and Digital Leadership Academy crossover program coming February 2021
TechBridge has partnered with Atlanta Housing (AH) to launch an exciting new venture, allowing the next graduates of the Technology Career Program (TCP) to...
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Real Estate Partnerships Are Key to Helping End Homelessness
As Atlanta suffers devastating and long-term ramifications from the COVID-19 pandemic, Atlanta Housing (AH) is calling for more partnerships with for-profit and non-profit real...
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Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms Appoints Atlanta Housing residents Rosalind Elliott and Sheila Harris to the Board of Commissioners
Dr. Christopher Edwards, chairman of the Atlanta Housing Board of Commissioners, welcomed two new resident members at the board’s Jan. 27 meeting, following their...
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Atlanta Housing President and CEO Eugene Jones Jr. and Chief Operating Officer Terri Lee Discuss Their Plans to Increase the Availability of Affordable Housing in Atlanta
As we prepare to enter 2021, Atlanta Housing President and CEO Eugene Jones Jr. and Chief Operating Officer Terri Lee sit down with The...
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HUD Secretary Ben Carson Visits Atlanta To Announce Choice Neighborhood Planning Grant Award for Bowen Redevelopment
ATLANTA– HUD Secretary Ben Carson came to Atlanta Tuesday with check in hand to begin the redevelopment process for the former Bowen Homes site after...
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Sharecare teams with Atlanta Housing to share tips with families to help manage COVID-19 and holiday stress.
UPDATE 04/01/2021: Though many of us are looking forward to the spring and summer breaks, we all should still be mindful of COVID-19 precautions—handwashing,...
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AH Renames Scholarship in Honor of Late Board Commissioner
Atlanta Housing has renamed the Atlanta Housing Atlanta Community Scholars Award (ACSA) the James Allen, Jr. Community Scholars Award (JACSA) in memory of long-time Atlanta Housing...
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Mayor’s Chief Housing Officer to Lead Operations of Atlanta Housing
Mayor’s Chief Housing Officer to Lead Operations of Atlanta Housing CHO Terri Lee joins AH as Chief Operating Officer ATLANTA—Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms...
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MAYOR KEISHA LANCE BOTTOMS APPOINTS NEW ATLANTA HOUSING COMMISSIONERS
ATLANTA, September 30, 2020– Dr. Christopher Edwards, chairman of the Atlanta Housing Board of Commissioners, announced today the appointment of two new board members. Yunice...
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How Public Sector Executives Can Help Bridge The Digital Divide
Technology and internet access are an essential part of our day-to-day lives, but many families struggle to afford these necessary tools. Atlanta Housing Chief...
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Atlanta Housing, The Benoit Group And Invest Atlanta Launch $40 Million Redevelopment of London Townhomes
Atlanta Housing, The Benoit Group and Invest Atlanta have closed on the sale of former co-op community London Townhomes, preserving and renovating nearly 200...
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Back to School: Help Your Child Prepare for Remote Learning Success
The usual energy and enthusiasm surrounding the back-to-school season feels a bit different this year, and understandably so. As students in the Atlanta Public...
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The Strategic, the Tactical, and the Ability to Pivot
The world is changing, and the success of an organization depends on its leaders’ ability to adapt. In an article for The National CIO...
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A Vision for Housing Policy for the Future
In an interview with Government and Education Columnist Jabari Simama, Atlanta Housing President and CEO Eugene Jones, Jr. talks about the federal landscape, affordable...
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Partner UP: Working Together to House Atlanta
Providing affordable housing for those in need takes more than a linear approach. That’s why Atlanta Housing also relies on new and existing partnerships...
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Atlanta Housing Approves More Housing Subsidies to Reduce Homelessness
The Atlanta Housing Board of Commissioners has approved 224 units for homeless citizens so far. Atlanta, June 19, 2020– The Atlanta Housing Board...
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Atlanta Housing Announces New and Refreshed Websites
For Immediate Release Atlanta Housing rebrands Choice Atlanta and completes enhancements to its corporate site. Atlanta, June 8, 2020 – Atlanta Housing (AH)...
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Conquering COVID-19 Together
With all the noise about COVID-19 and its gloomy details invading our mental space, it’s hard to avoid the pandemic panic. Unsettling news of...
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Earn Reliable Income with Subsidized Rentals
Like many industries, the real estate market did not escape the devastation of COVID-19. Georgia’s $95 billion real estate industry was hit hard, upsetting...
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Preserving Affordable Housing
Investigating Programs Designed to Help Stabilize Communities Debate and policy efforts across the nation have been racing to create new affordable housing solutions while...
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Atlanta Housing Partners Batten Down Hatches at Residences Amid Coronavirus
The Atlanta Housing Authority is taking precautions based on public health recommendations and implementing restrictions to keep gatherings small and residents safe. Atlanta Housing...
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Atlanta Mayor Calls for Temporary Halt on Evictions During Coronavirus
Mayor of Atlanta Issues Executive Order to Halt Residential Eviction Filings for 60 Days Atlanta Mayor, Keisha Lance Bottoms, issued an Executive order that...
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Atlanta Housing Leaders Discuss Future & Affordable Housing Goals on Closer Look with Rose Scott
Atlanta Housing Authority Chair Dr. Christopher Edwards and Atlanta Housing Authority President and CEO Eugene Jones join “Closer Look with Rose Scott” to discuss...
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Benefits of Attending Atlanta Housing Board Meetings
The Atlanta Housing board of commissioners convenes monthly to discuss policies that dictate how thousands of predominantly low-income residents can or will be helped....
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The Atlanta Housing board of commissioners convenes monthly to discuss policies that dictate how thousands of predominantly low-income residents can or will be helped. Sean Keenan discusses his coverage after attending a board meeting and highlights the significance of more residents attending these monthly meetings. Sean suggests that the new CEO, Eugene Jones, is striving to reinvent the way that we think of public housing. Click here to read the entire opinion piece.