PMHA News
2023 Leadership Portage County Graduates
Congratulations to PMHA Resident Services staff members Sabrina, Siera and Tiffani on their graduation from Leadership Portage County (LPC). LPC is a non-profit community leadership organization that seeks to facilitate positive changes in Portage County by building a...
Becoming a Homeowner Through the Section 8 Program
The US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) housing choice voucher program, also called Section 8, assists participants with monthly rental payments. However, participants in Portage County can also use rental assistance vouchers to become a homeowner....
Painting & Cleaning Contractors Needed
2023 Moving To Work (MTW) Conference
Trevena Kaminski, PMHA's Section 8 Manager, was a guest speaker at the 2023 MTW Conference in Washington DC. She served on a panel of three practitioners to discuss the topic of "Utilizing MTW Flexibilities to Prevent and Address Homelessness". Trevena presented...
Achieving Safety Standards With Modern Subsidized Housing Renovations
The need for safe, affordable subsidized housing is at an all-time high, making it a focus for communities nationwide. Yet, our ideas about what constitutes a safe, decent place to live have changed. Modern subsidized housing is more than a roof over your head that...
Increasing Independence With Programming for Public Housing Residents
PMHA participates in numerous programs and offers many services which help us maximize funding and resources for participants. This article explores some of our programs and services and how they benefit Portage County residents. Home Ownership Program PMHA is...
How to Find Public Housing After Obtaining a Housing Choice Voucher
Once you are approved for the Housing Choice Voucher program (also known as Section 8) and receive your voucher, you can begin your search for a housing unit that meets all program requirements. If you’re wondering how to find housing that accepts the voucher, this...
Carbon Monoxide
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), at least 430 people die from accidental carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning each year in the U.S. Plus, another 50,000 Americans end up in the hospital each year due to accidental CO poisoning. With cooler...
Why Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detectors in Public Housing Are Critical
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), at least 430 people die from accidental carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning each year in the U.S. Plus, another 50,000 Americans end up in the hospital each year due to accidental CO poisoning. With cooler...
Section 3 Information
A Guide to Section 3 Housing and Businesses The Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968 includes a provision known as Section 3. It specifies that financial assistance will be granted for housing or community development to provide economic opportunities to...
Understanding the Requirements For ADA Compliant Section 8 Housing
Several federal laws require that private and federally-assisted housing is accessible for those with disabilities. The Fair Housing Act and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), along with several other statutes, define the requirements for physical accessibility....
Business Opportunities
Find a Retail Space for Your Business with Portage Metropolitan Housing Authority If you’re a business owner who is looking for a retail space, Portage Metropolitan Housing Authority (PMHA) can help. We have commercial space for lease for retail and professional uses...
Section 8 Housekeeping Inspections
Your Guide to Section 8 Housing Inspection Requirements To be eligible for Section 8, rental property owners must pass a housing inspection to determine if the unit meets the minimum housing standards set by HUD and the local housing authority. After an initial...
PMHA Family Self-Sufficiency Program
Goals of PMHA’s Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Program PMHA’s Family Self-Sufficiency program is about giving people a path to economic independence. We work with individuals and families who have the desire to achieve self-sufficiency, and we believe financial...
Steps to Become a HCVP Landlord in Portage County
What is an HCVP Landlord? The Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCVP), also known as Section 8, helps low-income families gain access to safe, affordable housing. In that sense, HCVP landlords provide an important community service. When their rental properties are...