Tensions rise at a Houston Housing Authority meeting as residents and activists voice grievances over alleged mismanagement, corruption, and environmental hazards surrounding housing projects.
At most meetings of the Houston Housing Authority, grievances are plentiful and generally linger. "I would just like the opportunity to talk to the Board Members, and I have proof, recordings of kickbacks, I have proof of money, crazy money. I've been blocked from talking to you. That's why the Mayor changed the board," said an angry speaker before he was escorted out of the meeting by deputies.
"You have title to contaminated land purchased with Federal Housing dollars, and you haven't established any plan or funding or financing to clean that land up. HUD requires that the land must be clean before you move residents in," said Atkinson.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Boston Housing Authority helps Section 8 tenants become first-time buyersA pair of programs that seek to pivot Section 8 tenants into new homeowners are gaining traction, according to Boston Housing Authority officials.
Read more »
Houston shooting: Woman killed in evening shooting in SE Houston, police investigatingHouston police are investigating after a deadly shooting in southeast Houston on Sunday evening.
Read more »
Public housing can’t solve California’s housing crisisCalifornia residents are living through the fallout of these burdensome zoning restrictions and bad policy decisions. The solution: government needs to get out of the way.
Read more »
Houston firefighters react to settlement agreement with City of HoustonMayor John Whitmire announces historic $650 million settlement with Houston Professional Firefighters’ Association, ending years-long impasse over pay and ensuring eight years of back pay and raises for firefighters.
Read more »
Houston weather: Hail expected in Houston-area through SundayHeavy rain, frequent lighting, strong winds and hail expected through Sunday evening in Houston.
Read more »
Houston council members raise questions over long-awaited contract for Houston firefightersDeal may not be done until June
Read more »