Bill > B26-0334

This bill aims to restructure and improve the governance of the District of Columbia Housing Authority (DCHA) by making several key changes. The bill establishes a new nine-member Board of Commissioners, with two members elected by housing property residents and seven appointed by the Mayor with Council approval. Each appointed Commissioner must have specific professional qualifications in areas such as housing laws, homeless services, affordable housing development, legal assistance, and financial management. The bill introduces term limits, preventing any individual from serving on the Board for more than nine years. Additionally, the legislation enhances training requirements for Commissioners, mandating comprehensive initial training on topics like housing agency governance, ethics, and federal housing programs, along with quarterly ongoing educational seminars. The bill also strengthens resident participation by requiring the Board to consult with the City-Wide Resident Advisory Board, provide them with meeting materials, and consider their input on policies affecting residents. Furthermore, the bill updates the public housing resident bill of rights, clarifies board procedures, and adjusts Commissioner stipends. These changes are intended to improve the DCHA's governance, increase transparency, and ensure more meaningful resident involvement in the housing authority's operations.

https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Legislation/B26-0334