Drew Halunen

The Minneapolis Public Housing Authority's 2026 Moving to Work Annual Plan outlines the agency's strategies for leveraging federal flexibilities to provide affordable housing and promote self-sufficiency for low-income families. The plan is structured around Housing Preservation and Creation, Education, Employment, and Health, and Operational Excellence. It aims to preserve and expand the housing portfolio, enhance resident well-being and economic opportunities through partnerships and targeted programs, and improve internal efficiencies to better serve the Minneapolis community.

The Minneapolis Public Housing Authority's (MPHA) 2026 MTW Annual Plan outlines a strategic direction centered on four pillars: People, Production, Preservation, and Partnerships. The plan aims to promote and deliver quality, well-managed homes to a diverse, low-income population, contributing to the wellbeing of individuals, families, and the community. Key focus areas include resident-centric solutions, production of new affordable housing units, preservation of existing housing through upgrades and rehabilitation, and leveraging partnerships to enhance community impact. The plan utilizes MTW status to provide flexibility in meeting local needs, covering daily operations, budget, and specific programs like Stable Homes Stable Schools and Homeownership.

This document, the 2026 Moving to Work Annual Plan, serves as a key implementation component of the Minneapolis Public Housing Authority's broader 2023-2027 Strategic Plan. The plan is guided by a mission to provide quality, well-managed homes to a diverse, low-income population and contribute to community well-being. It focuses on four strategic pillars: People, Preservation, Production, and Partnership. Key initiatives include significant capital investments and development, family housing repairs, administration of the Housing Choice Voucher program for diverse populations, and partnerships like 'Stable Homes Stable Schools' to address homelessness. The plan also explores economic mobility through homeownership programs and details financial strategies, including MTW flexibility to meet local needs.

This strategic plan outlines the Minneapolis Public Housing Authority's direction for 2023-2027, aiming to enhance the resident and voucher-holder experience and prioritize deeply affordable housing. It is structured around six core goals: preserving and providing high-quality housing for high-rise residents and families, building and expanding partnerships, increasing the supply of deeply affordable housing by at least 150 units per year, positioning MPHA as an employer of choice, and continuously improving organizational performance. The plan emphasizes people-centric approaches, housing preservation, new housing production, and strategic partnerships to foster a stronger, more connected MPHA and contribute to a more equitable and inclusive Minneapolis where all residents have access to quality, affordable housing.