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Chair Yoga Supports Resident Wellness
From Jobs Plus to FSS
Connecting Residents to Opportunity
Women of Influence 2026
New Rental Housing Platform Coming to Rockford
What is my waiting list status?
MTW Transition Planning Begins
RHA Announces Updated Office Hours
Support That Strengthens Communities
State of The Housing Authority
Cold Weather, Smart Habits
A Year of Rising
One Step Toward Independence
Supporting Resident Pathways Forward
A Year of Growth
More Than Housing
Expanding Housing Choice
PUBLIC NOTICE: ILLINOIS OPEN MEETINGS ACT
A Year of FSS Growth
RHA LDI Cohort Graduation 2025
Winter Maintenance Guide
Strength in Service: RSS 2025
A Year of Workforce Success
A Year of Purpose and Progress
What LIPH Offers Is more than Housing
A Year of Rising: YouthBuild Rockford
Rockford Housing Authority Confirms Fairgrounds Demolition to Begin November 17
Federal Government Reopens: What Rockford Residents Need to Know
Understanding Urgent Maintenance Calls
Yolanda’s Power of Partnerships
A Full Year of Landlord Engagement
Marcus’ Path to Independence
Guiding Residents Through Every Step
Building Stronger Connections with Local Landlords
Empowering Rockford Through Jobs Plus
Jobs Plus Year-End Success
New Beginnings at RHA Front Desk
Building Partnerships: RHA Landlord Lunch & Learn
Meet Ms. Ari Brocks to the RHA Team
Government Shutdown Impact
Amanda’s Journey to Self-Sufficiency
Government Shutdown and Housing Stability
Rockford Housing Authority Hosts Jobs Plus Hiring Event
Notice: Proposed Changes to RHA’s Admissions & Occupancy Policy
Empowering Residents Through Health Awareness
Connecting Talent at Jobs Plus
Welcoming Our New Maintenance Manager
2026 HCV Payment Standards
Learning, Leading, and Empowering at NAHRO
2026 HCV Utility Allowance Notice
HUD Awards $250K to RHA for Park Terrace Safety
RHA Extends Office Hours
Fairgrounds Fires Under Investigation
Section III Pathways to Employment
Who Qualifies for Public Housing
Empowering Residents: Paula Smith
Rockford Jobs Plus Fair 2025
Advancing Opportunity With Section III
Your Home, Our Maintenance Care
Impactful All Things Housing Summit
Welcoming Darryl Lewis Sr.
Transforming Lives with LDI
Am I Eligible for Low Income Public Housing
Grant Secured for Safer Homes
YouthBuild Rockford Graduation 2025
Path to Homeownership with FSS
The Housing Connection
Celebrating Progress, Planning Boldly
Rockford Housing Authority Expands Capacity for “All Things Affordable Housing” Summit
Bridging Benefits Access at RHA
Malik’s Rise Beyond Foster Care
FSS in Focus: A Mother’s Story
Everyday Safety Starts at Home
How ROSS Helps Families Thrive
Laprica’s Path to Purpose
Rockford Housing Authority Awarded $15,000 Grant from BMO Bank
From Garden to Table: Growing Change in Rockford
Affordable Housing Series 109
Riding Into HR Leadership
Navigating the LIPH Waitlist
All Things Housing Summit
All Things Housing Summit Returns August 20th!
How One Landlord Liaison is Opening Doors for Owners and Tenants Alike
This Is the One”: How a Hiring Event Helped Eric Reynolds Restart His Life
Jumping Over Life’s Hurdles: One FSS Graduate’s Story of Strength and Success
Youth Fair Builds Bridges for Bright Futures: A Section 3 Story
Feels Like Home
From Learner to Leader: Katara’s Journey
RHA Rebrand: What’s Ahead
RHA Redevelopment: Start to Finish
The Power Behind Progress
Starting Your Housing Journey
Navigating In-Person Applications
Keeping Homes Safe & Strong
Grievance Process: What to Know
Empowering Families Through Events
Neighbors Helping Neighbors
Unlocking Housing
Pathways to Independence
Build Your Future
Beyond the Paycheck
Bridging Hope and Opportunity
Why Redevelopment Matters
Affordable Housing Series 106-Next Steps After Eligibility
Emergency or Routine Repair?
Building Bridges with Landlords
The Cost of Staying Housed
Procurement at RHA Explained
Rooted in Resident Care
Empowering Futures: Section 3 YouthBuild
May Moments, Lifelong Impact
Proposed Cuts Jeopardize Housing
From Rent to Riches
A Community on the Rise
Opportunity in Every Conversation
Rockford Housing Authority Introduces SMS Messaging to Enhance Resident Communications
The Power of Public Housing
Public Housing vs. Section 8
Building Futures, One Brick at a Time
Park Terrace Powers Forward
A Life of Service and Strength
From Opportunity to Independence: Residents on the Rise
Empowered Residents: Building Futures, Achieving Dreams
Elevating Housing, Empowering Rockford
Resident Spotlight: Robert “Bob” Thomas – The Heart of RHA North Main Manor🌟
Six committed individuals successfully completed the Leadership Development Institute program
Celebrating Growth, Partnerships & New Beginnings
A Journey of Empowerment Begins
Unlocking Doors: The Story of Home, Hope, and Housing Stability
Keeping Our Homes Safe and Efficient
Tech Upgrade: RHA Staff Trains in Yardi
Procurement and Contract Updates
RHA Podcast Coming Soon
A Fresh Start: Spring Cleaning for a Brighter Home
Women of Influence Event a Great Success
Women of Influence Event
Understanding the Preference Points System
Building Stronger Housing Partnerships: A Story of Growth and Opportunity
Empowering Support at RHA: A Story of Compassion and Community
FSS Success Story: Calvin Wesley’s Journey to Empowerment and Impact
YouthBuild Rockford’s Inspiring March: A Story of Celebration and Creativity
A New Chapter for Jobs Plus
A Pathway to Success: Turning Dreams into Reality
Your Voice, Your Home: RHA’s Capital Fund Meetings
Affordable Housing Series 103
RHA Hosts Heartfelt Park Terrace Thank You Appreciation Event
Protecting Fair Housing: Why Reporting Fraud Matters
Events Happening in March
A Maintenance Update
Meet Alecia Bennett New LIPH Program Manager
Your Ultimate Resource – Made Simple
Uniting Hearts and Homes
Resident Success Story
Financial Literacy with Midland
YouthBuild & Section 3 – Empowering Future Leaders
Starting Young, Changing Lives Forever
Building Community, Connection, and Care
Streamlining FOIA Requests: A Digital Transformation
Rebuilding Park Terrace: RHA’s Commitment
Revitalizing Fairgrounds Valley: Brownfield Grant Application
Rockford Housing Authority Welcomes Keyana Coleman to the Board
Affordable Housing Series 102: Next Steps After Applying
Guidance You Can Rely On
Solutions for Real Success: Breaking Barriers with LDI
Strengthening Housing Outcomes
Final Year – Empowering Financial Independence
Self-Sufficiency to Homeownership
Learn, Earn, and Succeed
Launching The First Human Services Newsletter
Falling Temperatures in January Tips for Staying Safe
Fire Safety at RHA: A Serious Commitment to Resident Safety
Housing Support for Local Veterans
How to Apply for Housing at RHA: Starting Your Application Online
HOTMA Status Update Letters Distributed
A Thanksgiving Message of Gratitude and Community
Proposed Change to LIPH ACOP
Fire Incident at Park Terrace
Celebrating Success: LDI Graduation Ceremony 2024
Youth Build Rockford Joins RHA to Support Food Distribution Efforts
Rockford Housing Authority Hosts Landlord Appreciation Luncheon
Proposed 2025 RHA Flat Rents
Rockford Housing Authority Announces Safe Return of Residents Following Fire Incident
Rockford Housing Authority Hosts Halloween Event
Rockford Bridge Alliance: Transforming Lives Through Scattered Site Housing
Rockford Housing Authority Commends Staff and Community for Unwavering Support Following Recent Fire Incident
Rockford Housing Authority Responds to Fire at Park Terrace Property
Annual Rockford Housing Authority Sponsorship Opportunity
Rockford Housing Authority Announces Inaugural “All Things Affordable Housing” Summit
Procurement Opportunities at Rockford Housing Authority
Compassion in Action at the Rescue Mission
Jobs Plus Program Empowers Residents
Coffee & Conversation Series Builds Community
All Things Housing Summit Recap
Youth Empowerment Fair Success
Rockford Housing Authority Announces Inaugural “All Things Affordable Housing” Summit
Celebrating 73 Years of Service: The Rockford Housing Authority’s Journey
OSF OnCall Connect On The Go: Partners In Progress
Thank you! – Jobs Plus Community-Wide Job Fair
National Homeownership Month 2024
Jobs Plus Community-Wide Job Fair
Duckworth, Durbin Secure $150 Million Funding to Support Housing Initiatives Across Illinois
1103 Loomis St. NOI-RROF
The Power of Your Vote 2024: A Call to Action from RHA
Rockford Housing Authority Awarded $1.5 Million Grant for YouthBuild Program
Administrative Professionals’ Day
Nurturing Team Health and Cohesion
Earth Day 2024
Important Information Regarding LIPH Waitlist
ROCKFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY: NOTICE OF INTENT TO CHANGE THE RHA HCV INCOME LIMITS
Celebrating Diversity Month
Fair Housing Month 2024
Thank You for Joining Us!
Deborah Sampson: A Soldier of Inspiration and a Woman of Strength
Dolores Huerta: The Fight for Hispanic Equality
Mary Wollstonecraft: A Symbol of Resilience – Honoring Women’s Empowerment
Trailblazer of Conservation: The Legacy of Jane Goodall
Joan Baez: A Voice for Justice and Harmony
Black History Month 2024: A Tribute to the Contributions of Black Americans in the U.S. Armed Forces & the Nursing Profession
Historic Harriet Tubman Commemorative Coins Unveiled by U.S. Mint in January 2024
Simone Cameron’s Commitment Extends Beyond Office Walls
Legacy Unveiled: Lewis Lemon’s Journey from Slavery to Founding Rockford, Illinois
Embracing the Melody of Black History: A Tribute to African American Contributions in Music and Performing Arts
Celebrating Black Excellence: Rockford Housing Authority Honors African American Contributions to Arts and Culture in Black History Month 2024
EMPOWERING CHANGE
Rockford Housing Authority Joins National Day of Racial Healing to Foster Unity and Equity
RHA Leadership Gains Strategic Insights at PHADA 2024 Commissioners Conference
Rockford Housing Authority Recognizes National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
Rockford Housing Authority Urges Community Members to Embrace My Pantry Express in the Fight Against Hunger
PHADA COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM 2024
Giving Tuesday 2023
Happy Thanksgiving
Where to get a free meal this Thanksgiving in Rockford
The Workforce Connection Training & Employment Workshops
RHA Annual Community-Wide Job Fair 2023
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Testing October 4th 2023
Public Hearing – MTW Supplemental Plan for Review
International Day of Peace, September 21st
Rockford Housing Authority Secures $10 Million Grant to Boost Residential Health and Safety
Celebrating the Spirit of Hispanic Heritage Month
BUILDING COMMUNITY AND CAMARADERIE
Echoes of Dreams and Struggles; The March on Washington and Dr. King’s Enduring Legacy
“Empathy in Action” The Mayor’s Hunger Campaign
CELEBRATING NATIONAL BLACK BUSINESS MONTH 2023
Launch your Future with Lifeforce Development Institute!
RHA Awarded $15,000 BMO Strategic Grant for LIPH Homeownership Initiative!
Rockford Housing Authority Announces Opening of Housing Choice Voucher Program Waitlist
Odessa Walker Appointed New COO of Rockford Housing Authority
Cooling Centers
Phase two of Rockford Neighborhood Improvement Initiative begins Thursday
Important Information Regarding RHA Current Low-Income Public Housing Family Waiting List
Celebrating Small Business Week in Rockford 2023
NOTICE OF MTW LANDLORD INCENTIVE PROGRAM
Pritzker Administration Provides $15.3 Million in Home Improvement Grants
Fair Housing Panel Discussion Event 2023
You are Cordially Invited! CHOICES FOR ALL BUILDING, AN EQUITABLE FUTURE
Rockford Summit on Racism
55th Anniversary of The Fair Housing Act
President Biden, COVID-19 Update
Black History Month 2023
Local Warming Centers
RHA’s Five-Year Strategic Plan
National Blood Donor Month
Odessa Walker Graduates from Executive Leadership Program!
The RHA Leadership team is attending the 2023 PHADA Commissioners Conference
Demand Goes Up, Supply Goes Down: “Enter, The HCV Rent Subsidy”
The Value of Homeownership. What is it & Why it is a Realistic Opportunity?
UNRAVELING AND DEMYSTIFYING THE COMMON MYTHS OF THE HCV LANDLORD PROGRAM
The Value of Portability. What is it & Why is it Considered a “Satisfaction Utility”
The Importance of a Changing Community Face: Why We Need More Opportunities for Affordable Housing for Residents in Our Community
RHA’s Monthly Partner Recognition: Comprehensive Community Solutions
DECK THE HALLS…WITH BOUGHS OF HOLLY
Giving Tuesday
RHA’s Monthly Partner Recognition: Awaken Foundation L3C
Annual Job Fair for October Employment Empowerment Month
What Do I Bring To Voting Day?
What is Voting & How to Register
Public Hearing – 5-Year Strategic Plan for Review
Public Hearing – MTW Supplemental Plan for Review
Congratulations, Anisha Grimmett, New RHA Board Member
THE HUD STRONG FAMILIES
Register to Vote: Let your Voice Be Heard!
COVID BOOSTER SHOTS ARE RECOMMENDED
PUBLIC INTENT NOTICE
A WARM CONGRATULATIONS
Rockford Housing Authority and Habitat for Humanity
Time to Vote!
NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY OF
THE 2021 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER) CITY OF ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS
ROCKFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY ANNUAL & CAPITAL FUND 5YR ACTION PLAN
NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT AND NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS
BLACK HISTORY IS AMERICAN HISTORY
OWEN CARTER, RHA, DIRECTOR OF HOUSING OPERATIONS, PRESENTS THE NEW MOVE TO WORK PLAN
THE WORK VALUES, SPIRIT, AND UNITY OF CONTRIBUTIONS
HUD DECLARES THE ROCKFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY AS A MOVE TO WORK (MTW) AGENCY
Free at-home COVID-19 Tests
DEIDRE SILAS DEDICATED HER LIFE TO CHILD PROTECTION
Rockford Housing Authority’s Family Self-Sufficiency Program Receives Federal Grant
Protect Your Loved Ones For The Holidays
COVID-19 Omicron Variant Updates
COVID-19 Update: Omicron Variant
Why You Should Get a Booster Shot
The Illinois Department of Health Recommends the Pfizer Vaccine for Children 5-11 years old
Jobs Plus Initiative First Monthly Meeting
Why People Who Have had COVID-19 Should Still Get Vaccinated
Employment Empowerment Month
SECTION 18 APPROVED FOR FAIRGROUNDS VALLEY APARTMENTS, ROCKFORD ILLINOIS
Annual Construction Trades Convention: Women at Work
MTW Public Meeting
20 Years Ago…
Save The Date: Women at Work – Construction Trade Expo
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: PROPOSED COHORT #4 MOVING TO WORK (MTW) PLAN
Money Smart Week Reflection
In Memory of Eunice Beeks-Green
Rockford Day!
National Spirit of ’45 Day
The Rockford Housing Authority HUD Strong Families Initiative Presenting: RHA COMMUNITY RESOURCE & JOB FAIR.
RHA RESIDENTS CAN BENEFIT FROM A NEW SOLAR FARM IN ROCKFORD
Announcement: Resident Meeting
ROCKFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY PHA 2021 ANNUAL PLAN
ROCKFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY PREPARES AGING STRUCTURES FOR SAFE & PRUDENT DEMOLITION
PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF ROCKFORD 2020 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER)
PUBLIC NOTICE – release of funds
SAVE THE DATE! CELEBRATE WITH RHA ON MAY 10TH!
HUD AWARDS $2,300,000 MILLION DOLLARS TO HELP ROCKFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY’S PUBLIC HOUSING RESIDENTS SECURE EMPLOYMENT AND HIGHER-PAYING JOBS
The Rockford Housing Authority’s New Website!
Are You Ready To Launch Your Future?
Fair Housing Month
HUD ALLOCATES NEARLY $700 MILLION FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING
A Moratorium on Utility Shut-offs Ends on April 1st, 2021
Women of RHA Part 3.
The Women of RHA Part 2.
Women of Influence Event: Becoming a Leader in their Industry.
The Women of RHA Part 1.
ILLINOIS CITY SET TO APPROVE REPARATIONS FOR ANTI-BLACK HOUSING DISCRIMINATION
Marcia Fudge Sworn in As Secretary of Housing and Urban Development
Rockford Housing Authority’s, Board Commissioner, Sandra Sigala, WINS INTERNATIONAL TRADESWOMEN HEROES AWARD!
“I Have a Dream” Scholarship Opportunity
Vien Sati, Foremen for RHA Retirement Celebration
Holiday Message from Laura Snyder, RHA CEO
MTW resident/public meeting Q&A
Rockford Housing Authority Moving To Work
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: Rockford Housing Authority’s Draft Moving to Work (MTW) Demonstration Program Plan and Application Package
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND DISPLAY OF THE CITY OF ROCKFORD 2021 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN and CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN
IL COVID-19 Hospitalizations Reach All-Time High
IL COVID-19 Hospitalizations Reach All-Time High
RHA Reverting To Phase 1 Effective Wednesday, October 28th, 2020
The Picture Project
Hispanic Heritage month
New Face Mask Requirements
Attention Landlords and Tenants
Rockford Housing Authority’s Phase Plan UPDATE
Resident Self Sufficiency Program
Family Self-Sufficiency Program
Resident Opportunities Self-Sufficiency Program
THE LIFEFORCE DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE OVERVIEW
REYNALDO SANDOVAL JR LDI GRADUATE
PATRICIA DECKER LDI GRADUATE
LEORA MOORE LDI GRADUATE
LORI ANDERSON & DAMITA TAYLOR- DRYDEN LDI GRADUATES
ANNASTARSHSA BOLES LDI GRADUATE
THE LIFEFORCE DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE PRESENTED BY EUNICE BEEKS-GREEN
THE LIFEFORCE DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE PRESENTED BY CARANDUS BROWN
THE LIFEFORCE DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE PRESENTED BY ODESSA WALKER
Strong Families Matter
RHA Staff Tribute Video
A MORE EQUAL AND EQUITABLE COMMUNITY
Pritzker: Update on Restore Illinois
ROCKFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY TAKES NEW PROACTIVE MEASURES FOR ALL STAFF AND RHA RESIDENTS
OUR “HOMETOWN HEROES” WHO ARE THE FRONTLINE WORKERS
Visit The New RHA COVID-19 Website Page
MARCH 20TH UPDATE FROM LAURA SNYDER, RHA CEO
A MESSAGE FROM LAURA SNYDER, RHA CEO
Memo From The CEO: COVID-19/Coronavirus
DUCKWORTH, DURBIN $16 MILLION TO SUPPORT PUBLIC HOUSING
The Family Peace Center
The Rockford Annual Chamber of Commerce Dinner
The Poverty Connection
Future uncertain for Rockford’s Brewington Oaks public housing towers
Congratulations to Laura Snyder, CEO of the Rockford Housing Authority
ROCKFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY CLARIFIES THAT RESIDENTS MAY NOT PARTAKE IN THE STATE’S SOON-TO-BE-LEGAL CANNABIS INDUSTRY IN THE COMFORT OF THEIR HOMES
National Bullying Prevention Month
RHA and Project First Rate’s Contractor Event September 12, 2019
RHA Gorman & Company Official Ribbon Cutting at Orton Keys
The Summer Food Service Program 2019
The RHA is Nominated for the National NAHRO Award of Excellence for the Life Skills Piloted Program
The Family Peace Center
The Maker Movement 2019
Mental Health Awareness Month
The U.S. Fair Housing Law 2019
RHA Offers Buyouts, Braces for Cuts
Changes in HUD inspections timing
Dorothy “Kammie” Kamenshek
Josephine Baker
Juliette “Daisy” Low
Harriet Tubman- One of Maryland’s Most Famous Daughters
Edith Lee Payne – A moment in time, a moment in history
Dr. Mildred Freburg Berry
Protecting You and Your Family
Using Nontoxic Methods to Take Action Against the Epidemic
Exceeding the standard of treatment for the past 10 years
Together We Can, Together We Will
A Silent Invasion of Epidemic Proportions
The Love For Learning, Knowledge and Understanding
Abraham Bolden
Shirley Anita Chisholm
Elizabeth “Bessie” Coleman
Nichelle Nichols
Earnest “Ernie” Banks
Estelle Elmore Black
Lewis Lemon: Once a Slave, Forever a Founder
Rockford Housing Authority Receives Funding for 348 Tenant Protection Vouchers
HCV Landlord Meeting at RHA
February 2019 – Black History Month
RHA Offices-Closing Notice
Special Meeting Notice
The Working Poor
THE POVERTY CONNECTION
Lead The Way Training
RRSTAR- Rockford Considers New Social Justice Commission
A Unique, Long-Term Approach to Sustainability
A GOVERNMENT OF THE PEOPLE
Helping to Ensure That Your Vote is Your Voice
Your Vote Is Your Voice! Make Your Vote Count!
ROCKFORD (WREX) —Local Groups Try to Boost Voter Turnout Among Some of Rockford’s Most Vulnerable Areas
One Woman’s Journey to Make Her Vote, Her Voice
Leading the Way: The 2018 Housing Matters Conference
Acting on a Daily Basis with Our Core Values
Launch Your Future
Aging Structures Receive HUD Approval for Demolition
Connect to the Future
SwedishAmerican & Rockford Fire Opening Little Free Library in Southwest Rockford
Laura Snyder Appointed New CEO of Rockford Housing Authority
Rockford Housing Authority’s Commitment to Sustainability
HUD SECRETARY BEN CARSON DOUBLES DOWN ON DISMANTLING OBAMA-ERA FAIR-HOUSING POLICIES
White House Rescissions Package puts Critical Housing, Community Development Programs at Risk
Laura Interim CEO
ROCKFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY, WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
Getting Over Your Credit Fears: How do You Fix it? How do You Repair it?
Getting Out of the Trap: Breaking Bad Money Habits, Budgeting & Credit
This Week at the Workforce Connection
This Week at the Workforce Connection
Sabrooke Park Dedication
The Grove: Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
A “RECIPE FOR SUCCESS”… LOVE AND CARING
New CEO for RHA
ROCKFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY’S TEN CORE VALUES-Collaborative
ROCKFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY’S TEN CORE VALUES-Integrity
ROCKFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY’S TEN CORE VALUES- Resourcefulness
ROCKFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY’S TEN CORE VALUES- Consistency
Home Buyer Application Seminar
ROCKFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY’S TEN CORE VALUES- Accountable
ConnectHome is Connecting Families to Digital Opportunities
PRESS RELEASE: COOLING CENTERS
ROCKFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY’S TEN CORE VALUES- Respectful
I Am Rockford – a Community, Living, Breathing Organism, Signified by the Words: ‘Human Being’
ROCKFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY’S TEN CORE VALUES- Leadership
Public Hearing Meeting
For Immediate Release: Management of Brewington Oaks
Management of Brewington Oaks
ROCKFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY’S TEN CORE VALUES- Caring
New Program Will Help Families Moving To The Grove
Churches to help families ‘succeed’ at new Rockford housing development
Public Hearing Meeting
Quality Affordable Housing as a Platform for Opportunity
ConnectHome Digital Divide Inclusion Event!
ROCKFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY’S TEN CORE VALUES- Quality
Digital Inclusion Summer Associate
Bridging the Digital Divide
ROCKFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY’S TEN CORE VALUES
ROCKFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY’S TEN CORE VALUES-Professional
27th Annual Juneteenth 2017 A CELEBRATION OF FREEDOM!
I AM a Good Neighbor
Public Hearing Meeting
Balancing Adverse Childhood Experiences with HOPE
Better Buildings Summit
I AM a Healthy Community
DIGITAL INCLUSION WEEK: RESIDENT SUCCESS STORY
Job Fair
I AM a Child’s Perception
ROCK on the Block Party
Omnibus Spending Bill Agreement
FATHERS ARE CENTRAL TO THE EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING OF THEIR CHILDREN
LATEST JOB LISTINGS FROM THE WORKFORCE CONNECTION
Project Workshop
The Center for Nonviolence and Conflict Transformation
NOTICE OF INTENT TO CHANGE THE ROCKFORD HOUSING AUTHORITY’S HOUSING CHOICE VOUCHER (HVC) UTILITY ALLOWANCE
BRIDGING DIVIDES, BUILDING COMMUNITY
A STORY OF BELIEF IN COLLABORATION, DIALOGUE AND ENGAGEMENT
RHA is pleased to announce that Laura Snyder has been appointed as the Chief Operating Officer of the agency
The Past, Present, and Future of Housing in Rockford
Rockford Housing Authority serving the greater Rockford area announced today
The Past, Present and Future of Housing in Rockford
Black History Month – Shelton Kay
Black History Month – Fair Housing Act of 1968
Black History Month – Charles Box
Black History Month – Lonnie Johnson
New Mix: “Promoting YOU” Workshop
Black History Month – Ernest “Ernie” Banks
New Mix: “Promoting YOU” Workshop
Black History Month – Booker Washington Community Center
Black History Month – The Voting Rights Act of 1965
Black History Month – Lewis Lemon
Rockford Housing Authority announces the 2018 “What Home Means to Me” poster contest
Black History Month – Shirley Chisholm
Black History Month – Carter G. Woodson
Black History Month- Litesa Wallace
Black History Month- Victory Bell
Join Thousands of Advocates Nationwide in Celebrating EITC Awareness Day
How Rockford police are pushing back against violent crime
Project First Rate hosted “Doing business with RHA” on Procurement, Purchasing and Section 3
Second Acts for Strong Communities, RHA/Bridge Rockford Alliance one of ten national pilot sites
The Rockford Housing Authority Proclamation: the National Day of Racial Healing Initiative
Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
2016 Commitments Award for Engaging All Voices.
Public engagement with Orton Keys Residents for neighborhood redesign.
Rockford Housing Authority awarded ConnectHome AmeriCorps VISTA to Bridge the Digital Divide for Low to Moderate Income Residents
Rockford Housing Authority is Committed as We Move Into the New Year Together
Wishing you a Joyous Holiday Season
Federal Public Housing Smoking Ban May Not Affect Rockford Area | WNIJ and WNIU
Federal Public Housing Smoking Ban May Not Affect Rockford Area | WNIJ and WNIU
My Brother’s Keeper Day of Action
The Workforce Connection Job Services
YMCA Job Fair – December 12, 2016
Become a Field Representative for the US Census Bureau
HUD SECRETARY CASTRO ANNOUNCES PUBLIC HOUSING TO BE SMOKE-FREE
2017 NEW RESIDENT ORIENTATION SCHEDULE
“From the Slave Quarters to Kwanzaa at the Ethnic Heritage Museum”
Comcast Internet Essentials Program
Community Scholarship Fair 2016
We are Proud to announce The Grove at Keith Creek
A SIMPLE THANKSGIVING THOUGHT OF GRATITUDE
AT&T, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Join Forces to Narrow the Digital Divide at Event
Rockford Housing Authority is pleased to announce that Matt Broughton has joined.
AT&T, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Join Forces to Narrow the Digital Divide at Event
AT&T, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Join Forces to Narrow the Digital Divide at Event
Karen Hoffman
Alice Jenkins
Ricardo Cervantes
Special Thanks to Rockford Housing Authority Commissioner Phillis Ginestra
Ruckus in Rockford Gorman & HUD confront NIMBYism By Mark Olshaker
Ruckus in Rockford Gorman & HUD confront NIMBYism By Mark Olshaker
With Respect, Honor and Gratitude
Special Thanks to Rockford Housing Authority Commissioner Jerry Lumpkins
Ryan Stockton joins RHA as the Director of Real Estate Development.
Mobile Beacon Awards Digital Inclusion Pilot Grant to Rockford Housing Authority and LifeSTEPS
Special Rockford police unit to patrol Rockford Housing Authority properties
Commitments Award Recognizes Bridge Rockford Alliance for Engaging All Voices
Advancing the Development of Minority Entrepreneurship program
2016 Outstanding Service to the Agency Award winner Carandus Brown
The 2016 George Poole Award for Resident Advancement
The 2016 New Mix Champion Award goes to Pablo Korona
The 2016 Sustainable Partner Award goes to Chuck Doyle
RMAP Human Services Transportation Plan Survey
The 2016 Good Neighbor Award goes to – Mary Jo Powers, a caring and compassionate neighbor
The 2016 Jane Addams Peace Award goes to Samuel K. Sarpiya
Hoop houses help Blackhawk Courts farming initiative
Rockford Housing Authority Third Annual Community Celebration Thank You
Rockford Housing Authority launches ‘I Am Rockford’ music video
Rockford Housing Authority launches 'I Am Rockford' music video
Non Profits Symposium "The Need to Think Differently about Nonprofit Leadership"
“Ethnic Heritage Museum Celebrates the History of HBCUs”
IHDA Sends Congratulations to Gorman & Company, Inc., RHA, and Others
IHDA Sends Congratulations to Gorman & Company, Inc., RHA, and Others
PRESS RELEASE: Governor Opens Minority Entrepreneurship Program Applications
The Warrior’s Way
Roots and Wings: #WHAAT Wednesday
AUGUST BOARD MEETING MEMORANDUM
I Am: Strategic Partners
I Am Myths: Benefits of Affordable Housing
AmeriCorps grant allows YouthBuild Rockford to enroll more students
The Rockford Police Department and the Rockford Park District Police Department Invite you to Celebrate
Judge dismisses South New Towne lawsuit
S. New Towne Housing Project Lawsuit Thrown Out by Judge
IL Sen. Durbin announces $2.8M in funding for housing/community development
I AM Self Sufficient
Telling Stories, Telling Belongings
I AM Safe Housing
Rockford Rotary Club Donates Labyrinth to Celebrate 100 years
Trio of Rockford civic leaders want city to give $600K for neighborhood renewal near Kishwaukee Elementary School
Rockford Housing Authority plans to amplify security, spread affordable housing throughout the region
Meggi and Erin’s Baby Shower
Telling Stories, Telling Belongings
4th Annual Concert 4 Kidz
Notice: Annual Plan Public Hearing
Rockford Housing Authority awarded VASH to End Veteran Homelessness
26th Annual Juneteenth 2016 A CELEBRATION OF FREEDOM and a GOSPEL EXPLOSION all day! SINNISSIPPI MUSIC SHELL
Community to come together for storytelling event
RHA Wins Four “Employers that Rock Awards”
RHA Wins Four "Employers that Rock Awards"
We Need Your Ideas, Input and Feedback! Fairground / Ellis Heights Choice Neighborhoods Transformation Plan Update.
COMMUNITY RESOURCE FAIR – FRIDAY MAY 13
Rockford Housing Authority is pleased to announce that Ann Johns has joined.
Did You Know that Rockford Housing Authority Residents Pay more than $2.2 Million Annually in Rent
Did You Know…RHA Services more than 3400 Children Annually
Did You Know the Rockford Housing Authority Owns more than 300 Scattered Site Units throughout the City of Rockford
Did You Know Our Senior and Disabled Residents Live on an Average Social Security Income of $10,889 per Year
NAHRO International Research and Global Committee News!
Lead Based Paint Senate Bill 2631 – More harm than good? A must read…
Did you know that residents of RHA provide over 97,000 hours of community service.
Did You Know that RHA Residents Earn an Estimated $4.9 Million Annually
Did You Know 54.3% of RHA residents are senior or disabled
Fairgrounds resident receives new home from Habitat For Humanity
I Am: Everything
I Am Rockford: Community Perception
A Matter of Place, shown by Prairie State Legal Services
Gorman & Company Assumes Property Management For Fairgrounds Valley
Gorman & Company Assumes Property Management For Fairgrounds Valley
A Pocketful of Faith, I Am Rockford
Money Smart Week, April 23 – 30
ConnectHome – low to no cost internet access and computer devices
I Am Rockford, Education Empowerment
Rockford Housing Authority welcomes new extern
I Am Rockford, Overcoming Adversity
March Board Meeting Memorandum
I Am Rockford, Understanding Challenges
Technical Assistance Scholarship Program (TASP)
I Am Rockford Intro
Rockford, first city in nation to effectively end veteran homelessness
Rockford, first city in nation to effectively end veteran homelessness
Kjellstrom Women’s Scholarship Initiative Still Available
Rockford Housing Authority Announces Redesigned Website Launch
First Annual Father & Daughter Dance
February Board Meeting Notice
Is Civility Dead?
Rockford Housing Authority exploring industrial laundry startup
The RHA is pleased to announce that Amanda Hamaker will be joining our executive team
Public input sought in Rockford public housing revamp
January 2016 Annual Meeting Agenda
“What are the mechanics of LIHTC allocation?” FAQ 5
The Transformation Plan
“How does a developer get low income housing tax credits?” FAQ 4
“Who does the low income tax credit affect?” FAQ 3
“Why Use the Low Income Housing Tax Credit to Support Housing Development?” FAQ 2
January 2016 Regular Meeting Agenda
“What is the Low Income Housing Tax Credit?” FAQ 1
Choice Neighborhoods – Ellis Heights Transformation
A Message to the Community and City Council
Rockford Housing Authority 2016 Self-Sufficiency Plan
Rockford Housing Authority 2016 Family Self-Sufficiency Action Plan
Breaking the Silence
New Towne vote puts Rockford aldermen in fair housing dilemma
ConnectHome: The Digital Divide that Americans Face
Fundraising for Rockford Public Housing Residents to Receive Internet Access
December Resident Focus Newsletter
A Reflection of the Community Dialogue Held at Heartland Community Church
Thanksgiving: The True Meaning of Thanks
RHA Holds Community Meeting About New Towne Proposal
Controversial Housing Debate Continues in Rockford
Rockford Housing Authority to hold South New Towne community meeting
My view: $50M plan for Rockford Memorial Hospital – Rockford Register Star
State board approves MercyRockford east-side expansion
Our view: Community dialogue too important to be confined to two days
November 11, 2015 Veterans’ Day
Secton 8 meeting for potential and current landlords
Rockford Housing Authority is Honored to Receive the Renewable Energy Urban Initiative Award
The Renewable Energy Urban Initiative Award
Rockford-area leaders talk public safety strategies
Rockford Housing Authority board OKs new security contract
Workforce Development Institute
2015 2nd Annual Community Celebration #IamRockford
10 Million Americans who are not able to Afford a Phone and Service
Court Street Methodist Church Thanksgiving Dinner
Rockford Rescue Mission
ConnectHome
ConnectHome
October 2015 Regular Meeting Agenda
Resident Focus Newsletter – November 2015
Rockford ConnectHome Convening
The Newly Developed Cook Program
May Peace be in our Homes, May Peace be in our Community, May Peace be in our Hearts
May Peace be in our homes, may Peace be in our community, may Peace be in our hearts.
In Case you Missed our 2nd Annual Celebration…Many Thanks!
Angelic Organics Learning Center’s Project Based in Rockford, Partnered with Blackhawk Buddy House
Rockford Housing Authority new staff member and staffing promotions
Second Annual Celebration Picnic Thursday, September 24, 2015 Pictorial Gallery
October 6, 2015 Regional Housing Summit
Resident Focus Newsletter – October 2015
Attractive property, successful schools key to Rockford’s Purpose Built Plan
Attractive property, successful schools key to Rockford's Purpose Built Plan
Second Annual Celebration 9-24-2015
Rockford is unique in size, location for Purpose Built Communities network
Ownership of riverfront key to Purpose Built plan in Rockford
Atlanta’s East Lake community a model for Rockford’s public housing future
Atlanta's East Lake community a model for Rockford's public housing future
September 2015 Agenda Meeting
Etsy Class
The Walking School Bus
Why the “People Business” is all about Relationships
Resident Focus September 2015
Families move into foreclosed, abandoned homes through new program
HUD officials: No extortion, but Rockford needs fair housing
RHA board renews Gorman management contracts
Marie Harris ReStart and ReThink Graduate
Dawn Livingston ReStart and ReThink Graduate
Jennifer Matlick ReStart and ReThink Graduate
Kevin Scott ReThink Graduate
Chloe Taylor ReStart and ReThink Graduate
August 2015 Regular Meeting
Workforce Connection Job Listings
Jasmine Clark ReStart and ReThink Graduate
Blog 6: Vanquishing Fear through a Holistic Plan
Patrice Cunningham ReThink Graduate
Felicia Franklin ReStart and ReThink Graduate
Watch “Safe Routes” on Youtube
Watch "Safe Routes" on Youtube
Community partners come together to set the stage for solar energy at Blackhawk Courts
Rockford Housing Authority and Rockford University football team – Partners for fence painting
Blog 5: Defying Fear with You
Blog 4: Overcoming Fear with a Plan of Action
GED Testing
Supportive services help Rockford Housing Authority residents restart, rebuild lives
Rockford one of 28 communities selected for national affordable Internet program
Blog 3: Combating Fear with High-Quality Housing
Blog 2: Prevailing Over Fear
Teenager uses video to spread message about Rockford
Slice: Meggi Tibbetts helps ReBuild lives in Rockford’s public housing
Slice: Meggi Tibbetts helps ReBuild lives in Rockford's public housing
Prologue: Misperceptions Based on Fear
Rockford Urban Ministries Work Camps
Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy
New Group forms in Wake of Gorman’s Proposal on South New Towne Drive
New Group forms in Wake of Gorman's Proposal on South New Towne Drive
Putting numbers to the debate over crime at Rockford Housing Authority properties
Rockford Housing Authority explores land bank, regional partnerships
Regular RHA meeting a quiet affair
Residents, neighbors sound off at Rockford Housing Authority board meeting
Mark Baldwin: Rockford housing debate needs more facts, less noise
City of Rockford releases details on New Towne Drive affordable-housing plan
Fairgrounds fight fuels both sides of Rockford’s South New Towne affordable housing debate
Fairgrounds fight fuels both sides of Rockford's South New Towne affordable housing debate
Gorman, Rockford Housing Authority win $12M in tax credits
Gorman on affordable-housing plan for New Towne Drive
Myth vs. Fact: The public housing proposal for Rockford’s New Towne Drive
Myth vs. Fact: The public housing proposal for Rockford's New Towne Drive
My Brother’s Keeper to host community event about crime
My Brother's Keeper to host community event about crime
Rockford officials, residents address crime at town hall meeting
Controversial Rockford Housing Authority plan sparks public housing debate
Resident Focus – June 2015 newsletter
RHA proposes housing development off East State Street
Rockford Housing Authority staff recognized for leadership accomplishments
RHA buys land off Rockford’s East State Street for housing
RHA buys land off Rockford's East State Street for housing
Rockford Housing Authority finishing eco-friendly upgrades
Rockford Housing Authority invests in solar panels, other efficiency upgrades
Resident Focus – May 2015 Newsletter
Area housing authority leaders elected to regional council
Residents work to transform Orchid neighborhood
Rockford gets help with Ellis Heights home demolitions
Digging Deeper: Online applications for Section 8 housing draws concerns
Resident Focus April 2015
Digging Deeper: RHA, city leaders mulling over future public housing locations
Rockford Housing Authority director pitches plan to remake city’s public housing
Rockford Housing Authority director pitches plan to remake city's public housing
RHA, city leaders mulling over future public housing locations
Rockford alderman, housing authority meet again to discuss Fairgrounds Valley
The rocky road to redevoloping Rockford’s public housing
The rocky road to redevoloping Rockford's public housing
RHA returns to City Council with Updated Plans for Fairgrounds Redevelopment
The rocky road to redeveloping Rockford’s public housing
The rocky road to redeveloping Rockford's public housing
Rockford Housing Authority to present public housing overhaul plan to aldermen
RHA residents make documentaries
Rockford Housing Authority residents taught documentary skills
Rockford Public Housing residents learn how to get healthy
‘Lines open’ between police, Rockford Housing Authority residents
'Lines open' between police, Rockford Housing Authority residents
RHA to Accept Section 8 Applications for the First Time Since 2006
Rockford Housing Authority accepting section 8 applications for first time since 2006
My View: Rockford needs to support efforts for well-managed public housing
$3.5 million to Rockford on hold after Rauner suspends grants for parks projects
How Etsy’s IPO could save cities
How Etsy's IPO could save cities
Resident Focus March 2015
My view: Strong, achieving partnerships often begin with simple conversations
Sabrooke Park Playground Improvements
Deadline approaching for funding application to fix Rockford public housing
Rockford Man up! March and Rally a challenge to community to unite, stop violence
Tech-Friendly: Online tools for local poverty, crime and public housing research
Resident Focus February 2015
Georgette Braun: A closer look at Fairgrounds residents in Rockford
11 Public housing residents complete job readiness training
Dozens Gather to Support Rockford Housing Authority After Council Vote
RHA regroups after rejected partnership at city hall, details plans moving forward
Chuck Sweeny: Rockford alderman reject $28 million grant application
Rockford Housing Leader clashes with alderman over housing project
Rockford alderman deny partnership with RHA, reject chance of federal funding
Rockford City Council rejects Fairgrounds housing plan, federal grant
Make Moving Pictures class application
January 2015 Resident Programs Newsletter
Rockford Housing Authority to Pursue demolition of Brewington Oaks
December 2014 Resident Programs Newsletter
EDEEN Beautification Project
Harvest Celebration Video by Young Major
November 2014 Resident Programs Newsletter
RHA Smoke free FAQs
Rockford-Etsy Partnership recognized as international achievement
October 2014 Resident Programs Newsletter
September 2014 Resident Programs Newsletter
August 2014 Resident Programs Newsletter
Resident Programs July 2014 Newsletter
Residents get to the root of things
Illinois Exchange: Rockford public housing farm creates vegetables, jobs for residents
500 Fathers Festival in Rockford
Serious crime on the rise in new Rockford Policing District
RHA a member of the Better Buildings Challenge
RHA releases annual plan
Resident Programs Newsletter June 2014
RHA smoking ban goes into effect
Father’s Day Festival June 14, 2014
Father's Day Festival June 14, 2014
Residents, sign up for our text updates
Notice: Annual Plan Public Hearing
Winnebago County violent crime task force meets to talk results
RHA deterring crime by design
Partnerships aim to foster safe, decent and affordable housing opportunities
RVC hosts 30th Graduation Recognition Ceremony
RHA considers tearing down Brewington Oak towers
Out of the Box: Infect our system with creativity
RHA eyes tax credit to restore mansions
RHA Resident Focus Newsletter May 2014
Daughter honored for Saving Mother During Domestic Dispute
RHA Making Changes to Reduce Violence at Blackhawk Housing Complex
Family Stability Looked at in Winnebago County stats
Rockford Park District Receives Grant Improvements for Sabrooke Park
More coordination needed for Rockford area public housing grants
Rockford Housing Authority pledges energy efficiency contracts, goals
Rockford, Winnebago County Housing Authorities not Chosen for $28M grant
The RHA Pledges Energy Efficiency Contracts/Goals
Project to Rebuild RHA Complex Hits Speed Bump
Parolee Call-In: One Year Later
Gallup Poll Ranks Rockford as 13th Least Desirable City
HUD grant to help improve RHA Properties
Spring Dance Lessons
Our View: Developer’s record makes hotel realistic
Our View: Developer's record makes hotel realistic
White House Announces Seven New SC-2 Communities
Rockford chosen for federal community improvement program
Rockford Part of New National Initiative
Rockford students write winning essays on community improvement
Group meets at Fairgrounds Housing to reach out to local residents
Rockford agencies team up to make Fairgrounds better place to live
Rockford to Receive Money for self sufficiency Programs
Durbin Announces more than $2.9 million for IL Housing, Development, and Self Sufficiency Programs
13 to Watch in ’13 Update: Ron Clewer
13 to Watch in '13 Update: Ron Clewer
Morrissey: Rockford’s 2013 Was About Survival
Morrissey: Rockford's 2013 Was About Survival
Their View: City, County Working Together to Truly Transform Rockford
Fairgrounds Public Housing Set to Come Down for Community Improvement
Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council sponsoring essay contest
Mayor's Youth Advisory Council Sponsoring Essay Contest
Renters Face Affordable Housing Crisis, Harvard Housing Study Reports
RHA uses photos of Rockford children to promote peace, development
Make Moving Pictures
Crime Going Down at Blackhawk Courts
The dawn of the Etsy economy in Rockford, IL
Rockford’s poverty rate drops in 2012
Rockford's poverty rate drops in 2012

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