PHA Operations for Executive Leaders-Handout Slides

Handout Slides - PHA Operations For Exec Leaders

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The document appears to be a comprehensive presentation for executive leaders involved in Public Housing Authorities (PHAs), organized by the National Association of Housing & Redevelopment Officials. It spans topics critical to the leadership and operation of PHAs, with a focus on historical context, operational procedures, financial management, legal compliance, and strategic leadership. <br /><br />The agenda is broken down into several modules, each tackling different aspects of PHA operations:<br /><br />1. **State Law, ACC, and HUD**: It outlines the foundational legal framework for PHAs, including the Housing Act of 1937 and the roles of state and local housing authorities. It explains the Annual Contributions Contract (ACC) and its implications on funding and operation.<br /><br />2. **Budgets & Operating Subsidies**: This section covers financial management, including budgeting processes and the importance of internal controls. It emphasizes balancing income with expenses and outlines strategies for financial sustainability.<br /><br />3. **Capital Fund**: The document dives into planning and regulatory requirements related to capital funding, emphasizing the need for integration with the PHA Plan and resident board consultations.<br /><br />4. **Admissions, Continued Occupancy, and Administrative Plans**: Covers policies and procedures for managing housing applications and how to administer and update related plans to meet HUD obligations and fair housing standards.<br /><br />5. **Applications & Waiting Lists**: Discusses the process for managing housing applications, including strategies for maintaining efficient and equitable waitlists.<br /><br />6. **Leasing & House Rules**: Focuses on tenancy agreements and house rules, highlighting the balance between enforcing regulations to ensure safe housing and promoting resident well-being and retention.<br /><br />7. **Critical Agency Decisions and Human Resources**: Covers strategic decision-making and human resources management, discussing how agencies can align their operations with their mission and branding while also retaining and developing staff.<br /><br />8. **Performance Reporting & Compliance**: A review of essential reporting duties to HUD, performance indicators, and auditing procedures, highlighting fiscal responsibility and transparency.<br /><br />The content aims to support executive leaders in efficiently managing PHAs, emphasizing compliance, strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and resource management. Each module is geared towards enhancing agency operations, aligning with regulations, and achieving both programmatic and financial goals.

Keywords

Public Housing Authorities

National Association of Housing & Redevelopment Officials

executive leadership

financial management

legal compliance

strategic leadership

capital funding

human resources

performance reporting

stakeholder engagement