Ned Smith

The strategic plan for the Housing Authority of the City of Erie, Pennsylvania, outlines a roadmap to provide safe, decent, and affordable housing, foster economic self-sufficiency, and cultivate community pride among its residents. The plan addresses five key strategic areas: developing leadership succession plans for the Board and staff, investing in human capital through enhanced training and development, securing the financial future by exploring alternative revenue streams and protecting assets, assuring organizational sustainability through structural reviews and technology improvements, and expanding and enhancing resident services, with a particular focus on accessibility and support for the immigrant population. The overarching goal is to preserve the legacy of well-maintained affordable housing and enhance services for low-income residents.

The 2024 Agency Plan for the Housing Authority of the City of Erie outlines strategic goals for the year. Key priorities include implementing human resources programs for board and staff succession, improving the livability of public housing, and expanding housing assistance for families and individuals. The plan also focuses on operating programs efficiently within budgetary limits, enhancing resident self-sufficiency and community pride, and improving neighborhoods surrounding public housing. These efforts aim to modernize properties, provide essential social services, and foster a greater sense of community.

The Housing Authority of the City of Erie convened to discuss several key areas including personnel matters, the consolidated program, tenant selection and Section 8, capital improvement and maintenance, bids and proposals received, and other relevant items.