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	The Housing Authority of the City of Americus serves Americus, Georgia, and other cities in the Sumter County, Georgia area.  We are located in southwest Georgia approximately 45 miles north of Albany, 65 miles southeast of Columbus, and 65 miles southwest of Macon.

	About Us
	The Housing Authority of Americus was established in August, 1946.  Since that time we have provided housing for low and moderate income families in Americus, Andersonville, Leslie, Plains, and the unincorporated areas of Sumter Co.

	What we do!
	Our Mission The Housing Authority of Americus (HAA) is committed to providing quality, safe, and affordable housing to eligible families in an efficient, ethical, non-discriminatory and professional manner.  We will also partner with our residents and others to enhance the quality of life in our communities.  The HAA is committed to excellence in order to accomplish this mission.

Our FYB 2011 Agency Plan as submitted is available for viewing on our PHA Agency Plan page.

Authority Profile

The Housing Authority is a quasi-governmental organization established under the laws of the State of Georgia, as authorized by the Mayor and City Council of the City of Americus.  We have a six member board of Commissioners.  They are:

William D. "Bill" Krenson, Jr.

Dr. Mark Latimore

Lynn Ingle

Bobby L. Fuse, Jr.

Linda Dowdell-Pope

Demeika Ferguson, Resident Commissioner

Our key staff members are:

John C. "Cal" Anderson, Chief Executive Officer

George Edge, Manager of Housing

Gary Woods, Manager of Technical Services

Shelia DeLoach, Manager of Finance & Procurement 

Diana Roberts, Resident Services Coordinator

	Pages to view!
	Check out our News Page for up-to-date information about us.

On February 16, 2012 HUD issues Public Housing Assessment System Score Report under the Interim Rule.  HAA is a Standard Performer.  Click on the News Page for more info.

On November 28, 2011 HUD issues Section 8 Management scorces for 2011.  HAA is a HIGH Performer.  Click on the News Page for more info.

We have added a Newsletter page so that anyone can view copies of our newsletter.  Just click here to go to the Newsletter page

Our Section 8 HCV program waiting list was closed effective 1/25/2011.