Annapolis, MD (February 10, 2025) - Today, the State of Maryland, Anne Arundel County, and the City of Annapolis, in a demonstration of strong partnership, announced a nearly $1.3 million investment in the Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis (HACA), an independent agency committed to providing affordable housing opportunities for low-income residents.
Key funding allocations include:
- $300,000 from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD)
- $475,000 from Anne Arundel County
- $500,000 from the City of Annapolis
In addition to these allocations, both the City of Annapolis and the State of Maryland have committed $2,000,000 ($1M each) to predevelopment costs for Choice Neighborhood Initiative (CNI), a redevelopment plan to rebuild Eastport Terrace and Harbour House.
These investments reflect the commitment of elected leaders at all levels of government to address the urgent and ongoing need for safe and affordable housing for individuals and families with limited financial resources. The funds will help address a maintenance backlog, enhance existing public housing properties, improve housing conditions, and provide much-needed support for residents who rely on affordable housing options.
"The Housing Authority has historically not received adequate funding to maintain and improve our properties,” said Melissa Maddox Evans, Executive Director of the Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis. "These funds will allow us to make critical investments in our housing developments while continuing our mission of providing safe and quality homes for those who need it most."
"In order to address the housing crisis, we must ensure that our existing housing stock is preserved and maintained, making the work of local housing authorities like HACA even more critical," said Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Secretary Jake Day. "The State of Maryland is proud to support the Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis in its efforts to improve access to safe and affordable homes for Anne Arundel County residents."
“The County, City, and State are stepping up in a way that has never been done before to restore stability and improve the quality of housing for hundreds of families who rely on these homes,” said County Executive Pittman.
“For generations, the Housing Authority has worked to support low-income families in our community,” said Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley. “Unfortunately, the availability of capital funding has been dwindling for decades. As an independent agency, it isn’t easy for the City to find a pathway for investments, but I thank our state partners and our law office for finding a way to ensure this funding gets to the people and the properties where it can make a real difference.”
A recent assessment conducted by Clifton Martin, former CEO of the Housing Authority of Anne Arundel County, outlined a comprehensive roadmap to HACA's recovery. It details the need for short-term investment to stabilize the housing authority. It also includes recommendations for long-term financial restructuring, operational oversight, and an accelerated plan to repair and improve existing units.
For more information on the Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis, please visit www.hacamd.org.