Government

Housing Authority to Reestablish Resident Councils at its Housing Facilities as Part of Rebranding of Resident Services

The Board of Commissioners of the V.I. Housing Authority has approved a resolution for management to establish a new department that will be responsible for implementing a comprehensive approach to resident services. “This is a rebranding of current residents services of the department and we appreciate the approval from the board,” said the housing authority's executive director, Robert Graham. He informed the board that establishing the new image would provide an opportunity for authority. “This is an opportunity for the housing authority to put a significant service in place for residents,” he said. The director of the resident services department will be operating from St. Thomas. The board was told that residents over the years have wanted to see a more comprehensive approach to resident services. “We are going to ensure that the resources are available to have the department be effective and ensure that we have a focus on resident involvement through resident councils,” he sa...