Commissioners Bley and Hoffman honored
SEATTLE—December 13, 2003—At
ceremonies on December 11, SHA Commissioner David Bley and
former Commissioner Harris Hoffman were recognized by AIDS
Housing of Washington for their outstanding contributions
to the field of affordable housing for people with AIDS.
Both have played significant roles in advancing this
cause. For details on the ceremonies and their
achievements, click
here.
SEATTLE—December 10, 2003—Over
the past several years, SHA has frequently acquired
low-income properties to replace apartments lost to
redevelopment efforts. Recently, however, the Housing
Authority has expanded efforts in order to preserve
affordable housing and improve the neighborhoods around
its redevelopments. Click
here to learn about the latest acquisitions.
SEATTLE—December 10, 2003—HUD Secretary Mel
Martinez announced on December 9 that he was stepping down
from his Cabinet post to pursue a Senate seat from
Florida. Alphonso Jackson, who has worked in the housing
field for many years, has been appointed by President Bush
to succeed Martinez. Click
here for details of the appointment and further
information on Jackson.
SEATTLE—December 6, 2003—The Seattle Design
Commission cited the High Point Master Plan as an example
of innovation and collaboration among the Housing
Authority and its development partner. The citation was
presented at special ceremonies on December 4. Click
here for details.
