Informative closing day of LF25. We heard from Reps. Waters (D-CA) & Flood (R-NE); HUD-PIH & HUD Office of Recap staff; an update on Emergency Housing Vouchers; and what's new with LIHTC. Plus member visits to the Hill. Conference done, work continues. Thanks to all! #PHADALF25

At PHADA's LF25, our Legislative Committee unanimously voted to endorse MTW Collaborative's statement asking that MTW provisions be removed from the ROAD to Housing Act. Read the statement here: bit.ly/4nnizw3 #PHADALF25

The Call for Session Proposals for PHADA’s 2026 Commissioners’ Conference closes tomorrow—submit your session now! The conference will be held in Tampa, FL, Jan 4–7, 2026. Submittal Deadline: Friday, Sept 12 at 11:59 pm ET. bit.ly/47Ch8VR

On Sept 10, PHADA’s Julie Piccolo, Michael Webb, and Crystal Wojciechowski joined Ayrianne Parks, Jennifer Schwartz, and ACTION Campaign partners to celebrate the historic Housing Credit expansion!

PHADA's Tim Kaiser with Alyshia Cook, Mark Thiele, and Seth Embry at the Alabama Assoc meeting this week. Kaiser presented a Washington update before a packed room.

PHADA, other Groups ask Department of Housing and Urban Development to delay flawed cash management plan—neither HUD nor PHAs will be ready to implement the required changes by January 1, 2026. Read the letter at: bit.ly/48oq29X.

Yesterday, PHADA's Michael Webb participated in a roundtable CBCF Inc. hosted by Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley and @RepCleaver. The roundtable discussed ways to expand and streamline affordable housing to continue serving low-income families. #ALC54

Congratulations to CLPHA on naming La Shelle Dozier as CEO. Her leadership and vision will build on Sunia Zaterman’s incredible legacy. PHADA looks forward to continued collaboration to strengthen public and affordable housing nationwide. #HousingLeadership

The federal government began a complete shutdown at midnight this morning. PHADA continues to monitor developments and has posted this analysis and resources: bit.ly/3WiOvWW

Feeling uncertain about what’s happening in DC? Join PHADA’s policy team for a member-driven Q&A session. Bring your questions or submit them in advance—get real-time insights that matter to your agency! Members, check your inboxes for the registration link. #AffordableHousing

Registration is OPEN for PHADA’s Annual Commissioners’ Conference! With uncertainty in DC, now’s the time to connect, learn, and lead together. Join us for timely insights, peer networking, and practical program strategies. phada.org/CC26

PHADA is excited to announce that Crystal Wojciechowski has been named as the Association’s incoming Executive Director. Crystal will assume her new position upon the retirement of Executive Director Tim Kaiser in the first quarter of 2026. bit.ly/3J1FOgH

PHADA ED Tim Kaiser, with NYSPHADA Pres Bill Simmons, addressed NY housing professionals in Cooperstown yesterday. Among other topics, he discussed the gov. shutdown, changes in Department of Housing and Urban Development funding rules, and other hot topics.

As announced this summer, our Executive Director, Tim Kaiser, will be retiring in March 2026. Join us at PHADA’s 2026 Commissioners' Conference in Tampa, FL, when we will celebrate Tim's contributions to PHADA & our industry over the past 35 years. bit.ly/3Lc0off

At our 2025 Annual Convention, PHADA proudly launched the EDEP Alumni Association! All EDEP grads can join for FREE to stay connected, network, and get updates on alumni events. Haven’t joined yet? Sign up today! buff.ly/UtNig2Y #EDEPAlumni #Leadership #AlumniNetwork

HUD Extends Jobs Plus Initiative grant deadline. Applications are now due on Dec 29 (bit.ly/4opYztD). Jobs Plus supports job training & financial literacy to public housing residents. #HUD #JobsPlus

Check out today’s CC26 Session Spotlight: “From Ideas to Impact: Innovative Strategies to Boost Resident Opportunities” with Rita Heinemann, Norfolk HA; Nathan Simms, Norfolk Redevelopment HA; Larry Williams, HA of Birmingham District; Julie Piccolo, PHADA bit.ly/3LP0IAD

Last night, the Senate began the process to end the shutdown by advancing a Continuing Resolution that funds the government through January 30, 2026. Read PHADA's analysis here: bit.ly/49uDGsX

PHADA Exec. & Dep. Directors Tim Kaiser & Crystal Wojciechowski addressed a packed room of housing professionals at the NJ NAHRO mtg.  Topics included the recent gov. shutdown, latest on funding, cash mgmt, BABA, NSPIRE, and other important info emanating from Congress and Department of Housing and Urban Development.

ICYMI: PHADA's Michael Webb was quoted in Novogradac' Journal of Tax Credits, speaking on the uncertain times faced by PHAs. Read the article here: bit.ly/4pHoygj