The Columbia Housing Authority
The mission of the Columbia Housing Authority is to provide safe, healthy, and affordable housing opportunities to low-income individuals and families. In carrying out this mission, the Columbia Housing Authority seeks partnerships and collaborative efforts with local organizations and other governmental agencies that provide services to improve the quality of life for our residents.
With nearly 1,900 units of assisted housing, the Columbia Housing Authority (CHA) represents approximately 9% of Columbia’s rental market.
CHA’s two major housing assistance programs are subsidized by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
CHA Manages and Operates 719 Public Housing Units
CHA Administers 1,062 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers
CHA Offers Services That Promote Education, Self-Sufficiency, & Independent Living
Posted 10-01-2010
Board of Commissioners
The Columbia Housing Authority is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners appointed by the Mayor of the City of Columbia.
The Board of Commissioners holds monthly public meetings and is responsible for reviewing and approving the CHA Annual Plan, Five Year Plan, Operational and Capital Budgets, new programs, and operational policies which guide the organization. The Board of Commissioners hires and evaluates the Chief Executive Officer who is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations.
ANNOUNCEMENTS & PUBLIC NOTICES
Arranged in Descending Order by Date
CHA Board of Commissioners Meeting
Special Meeting Agenda
Date: Monday, December 5, 2011
Time: 2:45 p.m. (Please note special meeting time.)
Place: Columbia Housing Authority, 201 Switzler Street
The Board of Commissioners will be considering the approval of the following two Resolutions:
- Resolution 2489: To Authorize the Chief Executive Officer to Submit an Inventory Removal Application to HUD’s Special Application Center and, Upon Approval, to Authorize the Chief Executive Officer to Negotiate and Enter Into an Agreement with Full Stream LLC, to Install, Maintain, Operate, Service, Modify and/or Replace an Antennae and Related Equipment on the Rooftop of Paquin Tower to be Utilized for the Transmission and Reception of Wireless Voice and Data Communications Signals as Licensed by the Federal Communication Commission.
- Resolution 2490: To Authorize the Chief Executive Officer to Submit an Inventory Removal Application to HUD’s Special Application Center and, Upon Approval, to Authorize the Chief Executive Officer to Negotiate and Enter Into an Agreement with Bluebird Media Network, LLC to Install and Maintain a Communications Facility on CHA’s Bear Creek Property for the Purpose of Transmitting High-Speed Internet Services, as Set Forth in Exhibit 2 of the Agreement, Including Property, Air Space, and All Easements to the Property Necessary for Operation.
Public Comment Requested
On Proposed Changes To The
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan
The Columbia Housing Authority (CHA) is requesting public comment on proposed changes to the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan. These changes – proposed to take effect February 1, 2012 – will be discussed by the Resident Advisory Board on Thursday, December 1, 2011 and Thursday, January 5, 2012 at 5:00 p.m. at Paquin Towers. Written public comment may also be submitted to the CHA Administration Building, 201 Switzler Street, Columbia, MO 65203 or by email to CHA@ColumbiaHA.com.Posted November 18, 2011
Public Comment Requested
On Proposed Changes to the
Public Housing Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy (ACOP)
The Columbia Housing Authority (CHA) is requesting public comment on proposed changes to the Public Housing Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy (ACOP). These changes – proposed to take effect December 1, 2011 – will be discussed by the Resident Advisory Board on Thursday, October 6, 2011 and Thursday, November 3, 2011 at 5:00 p.m. at Paquin Towers. Written public comment may also be submitted to the CHA Administration Building, 201 Switzler Street, Columbia, MO 65203 or by email to CHA@ColumbiaHA.com.
