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Planning and Training Keys to Successful Wait List Openings
by Hannah Troyer | Jul 15, 2024
Opening up wait lists and accepting applications for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is more than just a required administrative process. It’s an opportunity to house more people. Because wait list openings are complex, it’s important public housing agency...
Passionate People Series: Marina Lopez
by Hannah Troyer | Jun 27, 2024
Much like the population it serves, the affordable housing industry is full of diverse housing providers. In an effort to highlight our employees and their unique affordable housing journeys, Quadel features staff members in its series: Passionate People. This week’s...
Board of Commissioners Should Receive Regular Trainings to Govern Effectively
by Hannah Troyer | Jun 6, 2024
Boards of Commissioners are the legal and financial governing body of Public Housing Agencies (PHAs). The role of the Board of Commissioners is an important, yet often misunderstood concept. Senior Program and Policy Advisor, Tracey Rudy, discusses the role of...
Rural Areas Create Both Unique, Common Challenges for Public Housing Agencies
by Hannah Troyer | May 23, 2024
The need for affordable housing is everywhere, and the need is often great in rural areas of the country. Like large, metropolitan public housing authorities (PHAs), rural PHAs face funding and unit shortages. They also face unique challenges that require dedicated...
Fair Housing Training Promotes Compliance and Quality Housing Options
by Hannah Troyer | May 10, 2024
Federal law prohibits discrimination in all housing transactions with few specific exemptions. Additionally, federally funded housing programs must adhere to more stringent anti-discrimination requirements. Public Housing Agency (PHA) staff, property owners,...
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