Paul Diggs

The board meeting agenda included an Executive Session/Solicitor Update, introduction of guests, public comment, and several resolutions. Key discussion areas covered updates from the CEO/Executive Director regarding the holiday schedule and essential operations closure. The Human Resources section highlighted the completion of the 2026 Personnel Policy, which includes new policies on defamation, domestic violence, and AI use, alongside successful Open Enrollment. Strategic initiatives included the renewal of the Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Program grant for 2026 ($116,450) and updates on transitional housing planning for domestic abuse clients. New partnerships were established concerning grants for youth intervention academies and YouthBuild applications.

This Annual PHA Plan for the Housing Authority of the County of Chester outlines policies, rules, and requirements for its operations, programs, and services, targeting low-income families. Key strategic pillars include revising existing plan elements such as housing needs, financial resources, rent determination, and operations; initiating new activities like asset repositioning, implementing Project-Based Vouchers, and updating non-smoking policies; and making progress on organizational development and the transition to a new property management system. The plan also details strategies for Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing by analyzing county data, educating landlords, and conducting workshops for government officials, non-profits, and residents. The overarching mission is to provide safe, decent, and sanitary housing conditions, promote self-sufficiency, and ensure fair and equal opportunity.