CLPHA Press Room

From the Chicago Housing Authority's press release:

The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) is a proud recipient of 32,000 books from the National Book Foundation’s “Book Rich Environments” program, and has spent the summer distributing those books at its sites all over Chicago.

About 20,000 books are being distributed from CHA property management offices, Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) satellite offices, computer labs, summer food sites, Local Advisory Council (LAC) offices and CHA summer youth programs including SYEP, Learn and Earn, DePaul programs and University of Chicago programs.

Another 12,000 books will be distributed at the CHA Operation Warm Coat Distribution Event on Oct. 21.

“The Book Rich Environments program promotes a love of reading in children and youth. We are excited to get even more books into the hands of children and their families this year,” said CHA CEO Tracey Scott.

Ruth Dickey, Executive Director of National Book Foundation, said: “We are so thrilled and grateful to be able to distribute over 320,000 books nationally this year through Book Rich Environments--the largest donation year since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Books provide a vital outlet for young people where they can explore new worlds and see themselves reflected in endless possibilities.”

From ABC 7 Chicago:

From CBS News Chicago:

Games, swimming, and summer fun!

That's what nearly one hundred 15-year-olds living in Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) residences are experiencing as part of a Counselor-in-Training Program in partnership with the Chicago Park District.

And as CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot reported Friday, life lessons are being learned among the fun.

For counselor-in-training Xavier Tarver, it's all hands on deck for this tie-dyeing project with kids in the summer camp program at Rainbow Beach Park.

"It's been a good experience with being around kids. Makes me feel good to have them learn something out of it. They can come here and they learn something."

Among the activities: indoor ball playing and swimming at Rainbow Beach. The Counselor-in-Training program is designed to get young people living in CHA housing into the workforce at an early age and break the cycle of intergenerational poverty. 

"Every time I see these young people, I'm inspired. I try not to show tears in front of them because they would be tears of joy," said CHA CEO Tracey Scott, who explained the tears.

"Because often we focus on the negative, and there's so much possibility when you look at a young person, and we just want to support them, discovering that within themselves."

Read CBS News Chicago's article "Summer program for city teens: Counselor-in-Training project for CHA residents." 

We are pleased to announce that Spartanburg Housing has become a member of CLPHA!

Spartanburg Housing operates over 3,000 combined public housing units and Housing Choice Vouchers. Shaunté Evans serves as the housing authority's CEO. Learn more about Spartanburg Housing at shasc.org.

Please join us in welcoming Spartanburg Housing to CLPHA – we look forward to working together to improve life outcomes for families served by public housing!   

From the Everett Housing Authority's press release:

The Everett Housing Authority is pleased to announce the appointment of Major Galloway as the organization's new Executive Director. With an extensive background in policy from both Housing of Urban Development (HUD) and most recently the Atlanta Housing Authority, Galloway brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record of success in the housing and community development sector. Galloway will be starting his new role Monday, September 18, 2023.

In Galloway’s previous role as Vice President of Regulatory Affairs for the Office of Strategy, Policy, and Regulatory Affairs for Atlanta Housing, he was a champion leading innovation and change under the federal Moving to Work (MTW) demonstration, most notably developing an array of operating protocols involving portfolio management and preparing MTW and HUD development submissions.

During Galloway’s tenure in Atlanta, he led Atlanta’s acquisition, self-finance and self-development efforts to prepare the Agency to produce 5,000 units over the next 5 years. Through the Co-Investment Finance Program he designed using Atlanta’s MTW flexibility, Atlanta has produced over 2,500 affordable units over the last 3 years during the pandemic.  He has also spearheaded efforts to enhance tenant mobility into low-poverty areas under the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program and prepare Atlanta to employ its development efforts to reduce poverty concentration.  Over the last 5 years, Atlanta increased its HCV utilization from 74% to 86% in a tight rental market with limited supply.

Prior to his work in Atlanta, Galloway served as a Senior Policy Advisor at the HUD Office of Policy Program and Legislative Initiatives for almost 15 years, as well as serving as the Policy Analyst for the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO) for three years during the Clinton Administration.

Along with becoming the Executive Director of EHA, Galloway has also been appointed to chair the NAHRO Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Public Housing Authority (PHA) industry task force, appointed by the incoming NAHRO President for 2024-2025.

“Everett is a leader among leaders in the housing industry and the Pacific Northwest region,” said Galloway. “I look forward to leading the top-notch team to deliver affordable housing in a dynamic and challenging market by employing the most cutting-edge flexibilities available under the MTW demonstration."

The appointment of Galloway marks an exciting new chapter for Everett Housing Authority. As the newly appointed Executive Director, he will be at the forefront of continuing to implement a transformative vision aimed at enhancing the quality of life for EHA residents and revitalizing the community.

“Major brings to this role not only an enthusiasm for establishing roots in Everett and the Pacific Northwest, but also a wealth of experience and leadership acquired over 25 years in public housing,” said Chip Burgess, Chair of the Board of Commissioners for EHA. “We believe that Major's experience, leadership, and team-oriented approach will serve to enhance our work at EHA, and we are eager to welcome him to our team."

Everett Housing Authority looks forward to a bright future under the guidance of Galloway.