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Randy Cole Named New CEO of the Housing Authority
The Columbia Housing Authority Board of Commissioners is pleased to announce the appointment of Randy Cole as the new CEO of the Columbia Housing Authority (CHA). Mr. Cole will start his position on May 3, 2021. For more information please …
History of Fair Housing in Columbia
Our Journey to Fair Housing The year 2018 marks the 50th anniversary of the passage of the federal Fair Housing Act (FHA). This piece of civil rights legislation declared it illegal to discriminate based on certain protected characteristics illegal in …
CHA Video – Public Housing Renovations and Resident Services
The Columbia Housing Authority is pleased to share a short video with you about the renovation of our public housing properties and the services provided by the CHA to promote family self-sufficiency and independent living. Columbia Housing Authority Video – …
Resources for Landlords and Tenants Affected by the COVID-19 Pandemic
Here are links to Resources for Landlords & Tenants affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Emergency Rental Arrears Program for Landlords. The Missouri Emergency Rental Arrears Program (ERAP) provides financial support for landlords and renters who are struggling due to …
CHA Families Benefit from Family Self-Sufficiency Program
Columbia, Missouri – June 21, 2017: Families receiving housing assistance through the Columbia Housing Authority (CHA) have benefitted significantly from the opportunities and support provided through the HUD-funded Family Self-Sufficiency Program. The CHA currently has 135 families participating in …
Family Self-Sufficiency Graduate Buys First Home
Press Release: cha-family-self-sufficiency-graduate-buys-first-home-2016-09-23 Meghan Foster, the Columbia Housing Authority’s newest homeowner will be honored as the Testimonial Speaker at the Money Smart Graduation Ceremony on September 26, 2016. Ms. Foster will share how she developed a plan for self-sufficiency …
Local Banks Donate Over $80,000 to Help Furnish Patriot Place
A group of local banks has committed $81,434 to purchase furnishings for 13 apartments and the construction of a picnic pavilion and other amenities for Patriot Place, a new apartment complex for veterans created through a partnership of the Columbia …
Fair Housing & Lending Seminar – 4/8/16
The City Of Columbia is sponsoring a Fair Housing & Lending Seminar on Friday, April 8, 2016 from 8:15 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at City Hall, 701 East Broadway. Fair Housing & Lending Seminar Information Co-Sponsors Include: The Columbia …
Affordable Housing Symposium December 3 & 4
The City of Columbia will be hosting an Affordable Housing Symposium on December 3rd and 4th. The event will act as a forum to educate and share information regarding current and future affordable housing needs in Columbia as well as …
5 K Run to Support Welcome Home
Show your support for our U.S. Military Veterans by joining the No1LeftBehind 5K run to benefit the Welcome Home project to build a new shelter and supportive services center for homeless Veterans. Date: Saturday, October 24, 2015 Place: Cosmo Park, Nickell …
