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Huntsville Housing Authority - Mission Statement

Huntsville Housing Authority's Mission Statement

Be It Resolved, that the mission of The Housing Authority of the City of Huntsville, Alabama, is to eliminate the negative influence of poverty in public housing to ensure that residents develop self-esteem and lead fulfilling and productive lives.

In order to achieve this mission, this Authority will provide:

• Decent, safe, and sanitary housing;

• Guidance that lends to self-empowerment;

• Assistance to residents in keeping their communities clean and free of drugs;

• Educational assistance toward GED certification and matriculation in institutions of higher learning in academic and trade schools;

• Pre-employment training for particular jobs;

• Opportunities for entry level employment in industries and disciplines which will provide economic stability and rewards to ensure self-sufficiency; and

• Affordable housing opportunities and promote homeownership.