Tenants Outreach 2005 - 2006 Accomplishments

2005

• Worked on solidifying project funding extension of current OTAG funds as well as exploring a new OTAG NOFA and funding through FHIP
• Provided assistance regarding the preservation of project-based Section 8 properties engaging non-traditional advocates
• Increased ability to mobilize tenants to become self-advocates creating regional tenant leadership groups and increasing the use of technology
• Continued general information and outreach to tenants maintain building database, create tenant/advocate newsletter and develop training materials
• Operated tenants hotline for fair housing rights

2006

• Started new Fair Housing Initiative Program (FHIP)
• Assisted tenants in making 504 requests for modifications/accommodations and, where necessary, assisting them in making formal complaints where requests were not fulfilled
• Planned and implemented Fair Housing seminars for tenants and stakeholders
• Held quarterly planning meetings for community stakeholders through the 504 Working Group
• Successfully worked with residents of Woodland Meadows to be relocated due to closure of the property
• Assisted tenants to request reasonable modifications or accommodations connected with federally assisted housing