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Agency News & Announcements

October 2023

AC For All! HHA's "Heat Relief Initiative" Provides AC for All Public Housing Clients

All public housing clients are now equipped to stay cool in their homes and have what they need to keep the temperature at a comfortable level. HHA has completed the installation of AC units in every public housing site. Agency leadership recognized that no client should have to experience the scorching summer weather without AC in their homes. Funding was secured earlier this year, installation began last month, and the project is now finished.

Client workers and minority businesses were hired for the construction and installation work to prioritize providing employment opportunities to help improve the quality of life for our residents. The agency secured more than $2 million in funding for this initiative.

This marks a significant step toward creating safer and healthier living environments for our city's most vulnerable communities and reinforces HHA's commitment to providing vital services to uplift our clients and ensure their well-being within our affordable housing communities.

Thought of the month...


David A. Northern, Sr.

HHA President & CEO

Life moves very quickly, and sometimes, we forget that time is not refundable. It comes and goes, and we can not get it back once it is spent. We must use our time with intention and purpose. Our intentional efforts translate to our reality. We may not have control over every outcome and result, but we can control our actions and how we utilize our limited time here. That being said, sometimes it is ok to relax, take a rest, and reflect. Our lives are busy and, at times, chaotic. So let's live with intention, listen to our intuition, make informed choices, laugh, appreciate our loved ones, continue to learn, and live a life you would be proud of.

HHA Partners With New Hope Housing to Break Ground on Two New Affordable Housing Locations


Building a foundation for a more comprehensive affordable housing future

Berry Apartments

The Northside community of Houston will be gaining more access to affordable housing as we broke ground on a development project that will be completed in 2025. HHA partnered with New Hope Housing (NHH) on the NHH Berry apartment complex that will feature 180 apartment units, of which HHA contributed 27 Project Based Vouchers. The development of this community is a direct response to the need of underserved families for affordable housing in the Northside community.


It provides a quality, modern, and beautiful living environment near highly rated public schools and is situated in an area surrounded by public parks, a library, close proximity to grocery stores and transportation services, and an opportunity for qualifying residents to participate in an elite education opportunity at the Bezos Academy.

Gray Apartments

We also celebrated the groundbreaking of another partnership with New Hope Housing: the NHH Gray apartment development. This will be a senior living community within the Third Ward neighborhood, with 135 one and two-bedroom floor plans with modern and accessible high-quality affordable housing. The Houston Housing Authority is providing 67 Project Based Vouchers at this location. This is one more step toward progressing toward our mutual goal of creating opportunity and growth for the people we serve.


Staff Pumpkin Decorating Contest


You all let your creative sides shine this spooky season. The staff pumpkin decorating contest was absolutely stellar! There were entire storylines connected to some of the themes and intricate details incorporated into the designs. Y'all really put so much thought and effort into these works of art.


What a spooktacular event!


The winners were...drum roll......


First Place: HCVP Team

Second Place: FSS Team

Third Place: Inspections Team

Please Welcome Our New HHA Staff Members

Ambriana Jones


FSS Coordinator 

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Economic Opportunities Department


ShirNell Miller


Housing Specialist

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HCVP Department

Khayriyyah Marshall



Community Outreach Case Management Specialist

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Economic Opportunities Department

Tia Cierra Wright


Community Outreach Case Management Specialist

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Economic Opportunities Department


Sirilath (Bea) Souryavong



Housing Specialist

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Economic Opportunities Department


Let's Congratulate Our Internal Promotions/Transfers

Daveta Thomas


Pre-Admissions & Occupancy Manager 

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Housing Operations Department


Shanique Williams


Housing Specialist

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Economic Opportunities Department

Jhamesha Roberts



Housing Specialist

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HCVP Department

Krista Madzimoyo


Community Engagement Coordinator 

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REID Department


Kenya Brooks


Assistant Supervisor, Compliance & Training

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HCVP Department

Brittany Daniels



Housing Specialist

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HCVP Department

Demetris Bynum


Assistant Supervisor, MTW

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HCVP Department


Jennifer Spencer


Assistant Supervisor, FSS

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Economic Opportunities Department

Danisha Limar



Assistant Supervisor, Special Programs

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Economic Opportunities Department

Rakesha Thomas


Senior Manager of Mobility & Housing

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Economic Opportunities Department


Denise Wilson


Assistant Supervisor, Recertifications

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HCVP Department

Ashley Provost



Housing Specialist

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HCVP Department

Carla Venzor


Senior Hearing Officer

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Legal Department


Zonnett Curtis


Procurement Clerk

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Procurement Department

Tori Thomas


Customer Service Representative

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Office of Constituent Services & Community Affairs Department


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