Email received:
The Appleton Housing Authority is excited to launch our HUD VASH Voucher Program for Veterans. If you encounter a veteran in need of housing and housing assistance please refer them to the Appleton VA Clinic located at 10 Tri-Park Way, Appleton, WI 54914. Phone number is 831-0070. Office hours are M-F 8:00 am to 4:30 PM. The VA Clinic will make the determination if they qualify for a VASH Voucher and the services the VA Clinic would provide while on the program. The VA Clinic then refers the individual or family to Appleton Housing Authority for income screening for the Voucher Rental Assistance.
Please do not have them fill out the Appleton Housing Authority applications, just simply refer them to the VA Clinic for a VASH Voucher Referral.
Any question, please let me know.
Section 8 Manager
Appleton Housing Authority
920-739-4564 x108
Fax# 920-739-6817
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Friday, October 22, 2010
HUD Charges WI Property Managers with Discrimination
HUD CHARGES WISCONSIN PROPERTY MANAGERS WITH DISCRIMINATING AGAINST A FAMILY BECAUSE THEY HAVE CHILDREN
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today announced that it has charged Sharlene and Jerald Kuiper, managers of a three-bedroom duplex apartment in Outagamie County, Wisconsin, and the owner of the apartment, Kuiper Family Trust, with violating the Fair Housing Act by refusing to show an available apartment to a family with children. HUD’s charge alleges that the Kuipers falsely asserted that the unit was unavailable for viewing when it was, offered to show units only after families without children rejected them, and made discriminatory statements demonstrating a preference for renters without children.
The Fair Housing Act prohibits housing discrimination based on family status, including making statements that indicate a preference for renters without children or a limitation against families with children.
To continue reading the release on the HUD news page, click here.
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today announced that it has charged Sharlene and Jerald Kuiper, managers of a three-bedroom duplex apartment in Outagamie County, Wisconsin, and the owner of the apartment, Kuiper Family Trust, with violating the Fair Housing Act by refusing to show an available apartment to a family with children. HUD’s charge alleges that the Kuipers falsely asserted that the unit was unavailable for viewing when it was, offered to show units only after families without children rejected them, and made discriminatory statements demonstrating a preference for renters without children.
The Fair Housing Act prohibits housing discrimination based on family status, including making statements that indicate a preference for renters without children or a limitation against families with children.
To continue reading the release on the HUD news page, click here.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Renovated Riverside Apts OPEN HOUSE
The Oshkosh / Winnebago County Housing Authority is renovating our units at the Riverside Apartments at 101 N. 2nd St, Winneconne.
You are invited for an OPEN HOUSE, Sunday, October 24th, 11am – 2pm. Tour a completely remodeled apartment. Partake in refreshments and enjoy the new view.
Contact:
www.ohawcha.org
920-424-1470 x 133
Or anner@ohawcha.org
You are invited for an OPEN HOUSE, Sunday, October 24th, 11am – 2pm. Tour a completely remodeled apartment. Partake in refreshments and enjoy the new view.
Contact:
www.ohawcha.org
920-424-1470 x 133
Or anner@ohawcha.org
Monday, October 11, 2010
October 2010 Coalition meeting minutes
Click here to download the October 6, 2010 Winnebagoland Housing Coalition meeting minutes.
Friday, October 8, 2010
SOAR Training Offered in November
Chris Lashock of the Emergency Shelter of the Fox Valley reported at the October Winnebagoland Housing Coalition meeting that a SOAR training will be offered 11/10/10 & 11/11/10 at the Radisson Paper Valley Hotel in Appleton. Click here to download the brochure on the SOAR training. Read on for more information on SOAR.
What is it??
SOAR = SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access and Recovery (SOAR)
SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access and Recovery (SOAR) is a strategy that helps states to increase access to mainstream benefits for people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness through training, technical assistance and strategic planning. SOAR currently works in 34 states and has replicated a model that has resulted in success rates on initial application of 71 percent compared to the usual 10-15 percent for applicants who are homeless.
Click here for an overview of SOAR. It may also be useful to visit the Policy Research Associates Website for access to further information titled "SOAR 101."
What is it??
SOAR = SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access and Recovery (SOAR)
SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access and Recovery (SOAR) is a strategy that helps states to increase access to mainstream benefits for people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness through training, technical assistance and strategic planning. SOAR currently works in 34 states and has replicated a model that has resulted in success rates on initial application of 71 percent compared to the usual 10-15 percent for applicants who are homeless.
Click here for an overview of SOAR. It may also be useful to visit the Policy Research Associates Website for access to further information titled "SOAR 101."
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Energy Services Update
Betty Miller Program Services Manager for Energy Services Inc attended the 10/6 Winnebagoland Housing Coalition Meeting. Betty shared materials detailing the programs offered by Energy Services and their income limits.
Betty also reported that Energy Services just received "crisis money for this next heating season in the amount of $80,481 compared to last years $179,944" She also reported that the agency received additional Keep Wisconsin Warm funds in the amount of $20,000.
Betty also shared electronic copies of the brochures, so if you missed the meeting download a copy of the program information below.
English Brochure (Note this is a multi-page file. Scroll all the way to the end until you see Winnebago County-our county is last)
Spanish Brochure (Note this is a multi-page file. Scroll all the way to the end until you see Winnebago County-our county is last)
Direct questions about the programs to Betty Miller at BMiller@esiwi.com
Betty also reported that Energy Services just received "crisis money for this next heating season in the amount of $80,481 compared to last years $179,944" She also reported that the agency received additional Keep Wisconsin Warm funds in the amount of $20,000.
Betty also shared electronic copies of the brochures, so if you missed the meeting download a copy of the program information below.
English Brochure (Note this is a multi-page file. Scroll all the way to the end until you see Winnebago County-our county is last)
Spanish Brochure (Note this is a multi-page file. Scroll all the way to the end until you see Winnebago County-our county is last)
Direct questions about the programs to Betty Miller at BMiller@esiwi.com
Warming Shelter Update from Tina Haffeman
Tina Haffeman of Oshkosh ESTHER reported at the 10/6/10 Winnebagoland Housing Coalition meeting that the Oshkosh Area United Way has agreed to act as a fiscal agent for funds designated to support a warming shelter in Oshkosh. Tina indicated that monetary donations can now be received. She further stated that interested donors should make checks payable to the Oshkosh Area United Way and list "warming shelter" on the memo line. Additional inquiries about Oshkosh ESTHER's work on the warming shelter can be directed to Tina Haffeman at thaffeman@new.rr.com
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Christine Ann's NEW Family Resource Advocate
Stephanie Crane joined the Winnebagoland Housing Coalition meeting today (10/6) and announced that she has assumed the role of Family Resource Advocate for the Christine Ann Center following Laura Kevin's departure for a position with the Emergency Shelter of the Fox Valley. Please join me in welcoming Steph to our group, and wishing Laura well on her new endeavor at the Emergency Shelter. If you need to contact Steph you can reach her at 235-5998 or scrane@christineann.net
Congratulations Steph! Best Wishes Laura!
Congratulations Steph! Best Wishes Laura!
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Oshkosh Housing Authority Releases Updated Income Limits
The Oshkosh/Winnebago County Housing Authority has posted updated infomation on their website on the income limits for their programs. Visit the Authority's webpage at http://www.ohawcha.org/ or click here to go directly to the recently published income guidelines.
Friday, October 1, 2010
October 19th "Demystifying Collaboration" Workshop $15
The Oshkosh Area Community Foundation is sponsoring a workshop entitled "Demystifying Collaboration" on October 19th, 2010. This workshop will feature speaker Carol Lukas. Click here to download the promotional flyer for more information.
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