EHA News and Updates

Major Galloway Steps Down as Executive Director of the Everett Housing Authority; Board Announces Interim Director and Search

April 12, 2024

The Everett Housing Authority (EHA) announced that Major Galloway has decided to resign as Executive Director. The Board of Commissioners has appointed Mary Swenson with GMP Consultants as Interim Director effective April 1, 2024. Galloway stated: “This is a mutually agreed upon decision under the circumstances. This decision is in the best interest of my family, my future professional endeavors, and the Everett Housing Authority. Despite the short tenure, a sound operating plan has been outlined to move the Authority forward.” Galloway will provide temporary transition support to the Board of Commissioners and Interim Executive Director Swenson. Mr. Galloway was successful in advocating for establishment of an Interlocal Agreement (ILA) with the Snohomish County... Read More ››

Everett Housing Authority Waiting List Opening April 1, 2024 The Everett Housing Authority (EHA) will open the Project Based Voucher waiting list to applicants for the Grandview Homes, Pineview Homes, Timber Hill Apartments, Evergreen Court Senior Apartments, and Village East Senior Apartments. Information about each property can be found on our website at www.evha.org. The waiting list will open on April 1, 2024, at 9:00 am and close on April 26, 2024, at 5:00 pm. Applications may only be submitted through our on-line application system. The web address for the application is: https://www.rentcafe.com/onlineleasing/everett-housing-authority/guestlogin.aspx. The on-line... Read More ››

EHA's Draft 2024-2025 Annual Plan and MTW Supplement Available for Review

February 8, 2024

Everett Housing Authority’s proposed PHA Annual Plan and MTW (Moving to Work) Supplement, effective July 1, 2024, is available for public review and comment: Click HERE to view the draft Plan and Supplement. View the recording of the meeting discussing the MTW Supplement HERE. Written comments on all documents may be submitted during the public comment period by mail (Everett Housing Authority, PO Box 1547, Everett, WA 98206, Attn: Chris Neblett), or via email... Read More ››

EHA: MTW Waivers Meeting February 7, 2024 at 2PM

February 1, 2024

EVERETT HOUSING AUTHORITY: MTW WAIVERS MEETING WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 7 2:00-3:00PM PUBLIC COMMENT BEGINS FEBRUARY 8 EHA residents, program participants, partners, and community members: We invite you to attend a virtual meeting to learn about and comment on waivers that EHA plans to implement as part of our 2024-2025 Moving to Work (MTW) Supplement, which will go into effect July 1, 2024. Learn more about our proposed Agency-Specific Waiver, the Inspection Success Fund! Unable to attend the meeting? A recording of this meeting will be made available and we are asking for public comment beginning Thursday, February 8 until Monday,... Read More ››

Resident Advisory Board Meeting on EHA’s Annual Plan for 2024-25

January 18, 2024

Everett Housing Authority (EHA) invites Voucher Program (Project-Based & Tenant Based) participants to join the Resident Advisory Board (RAB)! This meeting will begin at 2PM. EHA needs your input on our Annual Plan. Our Annual Plan covers activities and policies we will adopt in order to achieve our 5-Year Goals and Objectives. You may attend in person at the main EHA office (3107 Colby in downtown Everett), or virtually by Zoom and phone. The meeting is optional, but your voice is important. Please consider attending! Please RSVP to Chris Neblett chrisn@evha.org, or (425) 303-1186, if you are planning to attend. ... Read More ››

Everett Housing Authority Welcomes New Executive Director to Continue Leading Ambitious Strategic Plan

August 22, 2023

The Everett Housing Authority is pleased to announce the appointment of Major Galloway as the organization's new Executive Director. With an extensive background in policy from both Housing of Urban Development (HUD) and most recently the Atlanta Housing Authority, Galloway brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record of success in the housing and community development sector. Galloway will be starting his new role Monday, September 18, 2023. In Galloway’s previous role as Vice President of Regulatory Affairs for the Office of Strategy, Policy, and Regulatory Affairs for Atlanta Housing, he was a champion leading innovation and change under the federal Moving to Work (MTW) demonstration, most notably developing an array of operating protocols involving portfolio... Read More ››

Madrona Square Grand Opening Celebration Highlights Commitment to Community and Support for Homeless Families

August 9, 2023

Madrona Square, a 105-unit iconic addition to the historic Delta Neighborhood, celebrated its grand opening on Wednesday, August 9th, with a focus on community and social responsibility. This event marked not only the unveiling of an exquisite living space but also showcased Everett Housing Authority’s dedication to making a positive impact on the lives of homeless families, particularly those with children, and its ongoing commitment to the surrounding community. “Today's grand opening is more than just the introduction of Madrona Square; it's a demonstration of our commitment to the surrounding community and our dedication to making a difference," stated Jason Morrow, Director of Development at EHA. "We believe in building not just homes, but a supportive and... Read More ››

EHA’S DRAFT 2023-2024 MTW SUPPLEMENT AMENDMENT AND CAPITAL FUND PLAN ARE AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW

August 1, 2023

An amendment to Everett Housing Authority’s proposed MTW (Moving to Work) Supplement, which went into effect on July 1, 2023, is available for public review and comment. EHA’s proposed Capital Fund Program 5-Year Action Plan (CFP Plan) is also available for public review and comment. Click HERE to view the draft MTW Supplement Amendment/CFP Plan. Written comments on all documents may be submitted during the public comment period by mail (Everett Housing Authority, PO Box 1547, Everett, WA 98206, Attn: Chris Neblett), or via email to chrisn@evha.org or to... Read More ››

Resident Advisory Board Meeting to Discuss MTW Supplement Amendment

July 7, 2023

Resident Advisory Board Meeting Thursday, July 27 from 1PM-2PM Everett Housing Authority (EHA) invites Voucher Program (Project-Based & Tenant Based) participants to join the Resident Advisory Board (RAB)! We are asking for your input on our MTW Supplement amendment to add local non-traditional uses, as well as adopting an updated Capital Fund Plan to incorporate our latest award. The RAB will be meeting virtually by Zoom and phone. This meeting is completely optional, but your voice is important. Please consider attending! Please RSVP to Chris Neblett if you are planning to attend. He will follow up with instructions on how to access the meeting via Zoom or phone. You can RSVP two ways:... Read More ››

Community meeting to discuss the Park District

May 9, 2023

The Everett Housing Authority and their design team held a virtual public meeting regarding the transformation of the former Baker Heights public housing into the ‘Park District’; a planned mixed-income, mixed-use masterplan development designed towards the provision of approximately 1,500 units of housing and public amenities including but not limited to park, retail, civic, and office type spaces. This meeting aimed to build upon the several prior meetings including the most recent one held in January 2023. Additional information was shared on the current direction of the design and community feedback and ideas were gathered around ways in which we can improve the most recent design... Read More ››

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