Executive Directors
- Rudolph J. Nedved (1944-1946)
- Richard W.E. Perrin (1946-1971)
- William Ryan Drew (1971-1988)
- Ricardo Diaz (1988-2000)
- Tony Pérez (2000-2022)
- Willie Hines, Jr. (2022-)
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Salary Revealed for New Housing Authority Leader
Harold Ince takes on HUD sanctions, financial turmoil and key vacancies at HACM.
Apr 15th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
City of Milwaukee, Common Ground File Lawsuits, Launch Campaign Against Out-of-State Landlord
Highgrove Holdings owns more than 200 properties in city.
Mar 26th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Beleagured Housing Authority Picks New Leader
'Restoring reliable financial management is nonnegotiable,' says new director.
Mar 25th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
After Lawsuit Revelations, Housing Authority Expands Executive Search
Both of the prior candidates sued their most recent employer. Local candidate back in mix.
Feb 6th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
City Loses Second Developer For Site Near Marquette
But a new student housing complex could be developed nearby.
Feb 5th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
City Could Bill MPS Over Arcane State Law
City Attorney must provide legal services to MPS. Could it charge for this?
Jan 21st, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Finalists Named For Top Housing Authority Role
Including one with an open federal lawsuit over his last job.
Jan 9th, 2026 by Jeramey Jannene
Brewers Weigh In On Parking Lot Development Proposal
Final study estimates possible tax revenue -- if Brewers agree to it.
Dec 30th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
See Brewers’ Options To Develop Land Around Their Stadium
New study suggests housing, hotel, retail and offices atop parking lots.
Nov 12th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Common Ground Will Take On South Side Crime and Tenants Issues
After success reforming Housing Authority, activist group launches two new campaigns.
Oct 22nd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
City Housing Authority Still Struggling With Section 8 Payments
HACM reconstructing tenant files, working to overcome past mismanagement.
Oct 20th, 2025 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Federal Cuts Hit Senior Meals At Public Housing Sites
Federal funding cuts imperil county meal service at four HACM sites.
Sep 1st, 2025 by Graham Kilmer
Housing Authority HR Manager Terminated, Audit Finds Culture of Nepotism
Issues continue to pile up related to past leadership of agency.
Aug 15th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
After Losing Reelection Bid, Former State Senator Wins Federal Job
Real estate developer Duey Stroebel is now a regional administrator for HUD.
Aug 12th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Committee Backs Mayor’s Picks for Housing Authority Board
'Outstanding choice by the mayor,' says Ald. Russell W. Stamper, II.
Jul 28th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Housing Authority’s Financial Woes Worse Than Previously Reported
Deep financial problems for HACM dating back to 2018.
Jul 24th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New Apartment Building Rises on West Side
Cornerstone Village replacing 1960s office building.
Apr 18th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Housing Authority Says City Didn’t Cash More Than $2 Million In Checks
New CFO finds that agency previously tried to pay city for employee wages.
Mar 6th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
City Housing Authority Reopens Wait List
Move should reduce downtime replacing tenants and improve agency's finances.
Mar 5th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Overrides Mayor’s Veto, Changes Zoning Board Makeup
Mayor Johnson calls move 'unnecessary and potentially detrimental.'
Mar 4th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor Talks Education, Public Safety in 2025 State of the City
Upbeat speech also discusses Growing MKE plan, elections and safe streets.
Mar 3rd, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Facing Common Ground Opposition, Housing Authority Board Nominee Bails
Nominee decries 'personal agendas,' Common Ground demands member representative of tenants.
Feb 27th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Common Ground Opposes Mayor’s Housing Authority Nominee
Coalition wants a resident of a public housing tower installed on board.
Feb 25th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Comptroller Discovers Housing Authority Owes City An Additional $4 Million
Latest 'crippling' blow for HACM adds to long list of problems.
Feb 17th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
New Housing Authority CFO Draws Praise, Reveals Agency Lost $1.7 Million in 2024
"Serious cash shortages" remain while Brad Leak tries to right the ship.
Feb 13th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Outside Monitor Proposed To Resolve Class-Action Tenant Lawsuit Against Housing Authority
College Court tenants announced high-profile lawsuit over property conditions last summer.
Feb 13th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Council May Refine Makeup of Board of Zoning Appeals
Council President seeks more expertise in effort to overhaul boards and commissions.
Feb 5th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
HACM Illegally Reallocated Federally-Restricted Funds
New CFO found the missing money. Blame placed on former finance director.
Jan 31st, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Hiring New Housing Authority Director Could Take 9 Months
Several top positions are vacant at beleaguered city agency.
Jan 8th, 2025 by Jeramey Jannene
Four-Story Apartment Building Proposed For Near West Side
Building in Marquette campus area would be targeted at college students.
Dec 23rd, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Housing Authority Names Temporary Leader, While Another Exec Departs
Plus: Another board member resigns.
Dec 20th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Housing Authority Head Addresses His Record, Feds Labeling Agency ‘Troubled’
Damning letter expected to be followed by forensic audit later this year. Hines retiring.
Dec 12th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Damning Federal Review of Housing Authority Released
Broken governance, poor financial controls and building management issues plague agency.
Dec 11th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Embattled Head of Housing Authority Announces Retirement
Willie Hines, Jr. will retire Jan. 1. Common Ground calls it a win.
Dec 6th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Under Federal Order, City Housing Authority Hires Florida Company
HACM outsources work. 'It's not a position we want to be in,' says board chair.
Nov 20th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor, Common Council Overhauling Housing Authority Board
Four new HACM board members coming in, acting president on the way out.
Nov 12th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Kinship Plans Food Center, Community Hub at Holton and Locust
Organization intends to relocate to new facility on Housing Authority's property.
Nov 7th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
In Special Meeting, Housing Authority Advances Controversial Privatization Deal
But board still wants more information on how Florida firm would operate.
Oct 12th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Housing Authority Delays on Privatizing Voucher Management
Federal government is requiring it, but community group, council president back a delay.
Oct 9th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
HACM Moves To Outsource Vouchers, Common Ground Blasts Plan
Beleaguered housing authority encounters opposition on plan to privatize governance.
Oct 8th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Common Ground, Residents Blast Housing Authority at Board Meeting
HACM board meets in person for first time since January, chair pledges they want to help.
Sep 11th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
New Program Will Fund Driver’s Ed For Low-Income Students
Insurance industry fees will cover 100% of driver’s ed cost. Effort led by Common Ground.
Sep 5th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Lawsuit Filed Against City Housing Authority Over College Court Conditions
Common Ground takes its case to court to try to get rid of bed bugs, other pests.
Aug 28th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Federal Officials Will Meet With Mayor, Housing Authority, Residents
Visiting Milwaukee later this week to discuss fixes for embattled public housing agency.
Aug 13th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Common Ground To Mayor – ‘Why Are You Protecting Willie Hines?’
Organization ramps up call to oust head of beleaguered Housing Authority.
Aug 1st, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Growing MKE Plan Suffers Sudden Growing Pains
Much criticism, fears of gentrification at hearing from central city residents.
Jul 30th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Super Majority of Council Takes Issue With Mayor’s Handling of Housing Authority
Council members want solutions, plan to "no longer tenable" situation.
Jun 27th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Common Ground Gets National Attention
Group’s battle with city housing authority becoming embarrassing for Milwaukee.
May 28th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
See the 2024 Mayor’s Design Awards Winners
20 projects big and small are named best of the best in Milwaukee design
May 17th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Public Housing Residents Take New Tack In Getting HACM’s Attention
Members of Common Ground campaign have tried repeatedly to speak at agency's board meetings.
May 9th, 2024 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Common Ground Scores Win For Public Housing Residents
New policy sends city inspectors to check Housing Authority properties starting this week.
May 7th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
City Attorney Race Is Vitally Important
Incumbent Tearman Spencer has caused countless problems for City of Milwaukee.
Mar 25th, 2024 by Bruce Murphy
Committee Backs Housing Voucher Incentives
Program would incentivize landlords to accept tenants receiving rental assistance.
Mar 16th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Biden Promotes ‘Life-Changing Improvements’ in Milwaukee Visit
Speech at Pieper Hillside Boys & Girls Club promotes effort to rebuild 6th Street.
Mar 13th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Joint City-County Housing Committee Gaining Support
County Board committee provides first county approval for joint housing initiative.
Mar 6th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Cavalier Johnson Is All In On Growing Milwaukee
Annual State of the City speech places growth plan front and center.
Mar 4th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
City Won’t Fully Regulate Airbnb In Milwaukee
Mayor's staff recommends letting status quo stand, council wants more discussion.
Jan 30th, 2024 by Jeramey Jannene
Unique Housing Project Planned for Uptown Neighborhood
Project near 50th and North first in state to include both affordable rentals and crisis beds.
Jan 15th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Back Grant for Abandoned Building Redevelopment
Long-vacant, Near-West-Side building to be transformed into larger, subsidized apartments.
Dec 11th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Developer Plans To Save Long-Vacant Building
Jason Waters has big plans to overhaul Near West Side building.
Nov 27th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Confirms New Chief Building Inspector
Jezamil Arroyo-Vega is the new head of the Department of Neighborhood Services.
Nov 21st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee’s Chief Building Inspector Takes New Job
Erica Roberts swaps building code for computer code.
Nov 15th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
2024 Milwaukee Budget Increases Services, Taxes
New sales tax allows city to avoid drastic cuts, but comes at a cost.
Nov 3rd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Sentry Foods Opens on Northwest Side
New grocery on 63rd and Silver Spring brings fresh produce, meat and more to a food desert.
Oct 24th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Budget Amendment Would Boost Libraries, Streets, Voting and Lead Abatement
Proposal from Alderwoman Dimitirjevic and Council President Pérez aims to boost services across city.
Oct 20th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Delays Housing Authority Crackdown To January 1
Delay due to uncertainty how many building inspectors will be needed.
Oct 10th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Council, Residents Seek Solutions For Housing Authority Woes
Common Ground's complaints concern city officials, but can they fix problems?
Sep 26th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
County, Habitat for Humanity To Partner on Suburban Affordable Homes
Program would leverage federal funds to build one to two homes a year.
Sep 9th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Common Ground Expands Campaign Against City Housing Authority
Coalition demands HUD investigation into rent payment issues. HACM defends itself.
Aug 29th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Local Businesses Win Fresh Food Grants
City funds help awardees pay for micro-farms, fresh food storage coolers and more.
Jun 13th, 2023 by Sophie Bolich
Milwaukee Reloads Lawsuit Howitzer
City continuing to fight lawsuit claiming it created containment zones for the poor.
Jun 1st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
5 Milwaukee Projects Get Affordable Housing Funding
Across Wisconsin, WHEDA awards funding for 23 proposed apartment buildings.
May 3rd, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Housing Authority Residents Demand Investigation
Common Ground hopes to help residents of city's public housing authority.
Apr 28th, 2023 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Where Struggling Renters Can Get Help
Many organizations in Milwaukee provide assistance.
Apr 15th, 2023 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Common Ground Bashes City’s Housing Authority
Citing 'slumlord behavior,' launches Tenants United campaign, demands changes.
Mar 29th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Three Northside Aldermanic Races
Six candidates running to fill three open seats on the Milwaukee Common Council.
Mar 29th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Housing Authority Has Waitlist Three Times Larger Than Its Affordable Housing Supply
Individuals who qualify should still apply, as some lists operate as lotteries.
Mar 3rd, 2023 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Wisconsin Loses Out on Stadium Freeway Grant
City-county-state effort sought $2 million grant to study converting it to a boulevard.
Mar 1st, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
New Apartments For 1st and National
Plus: A rundown of affordable housing projects seeking financing and a recap of the week's real estate news.
Feb 12th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Veterans Housing Complex Plans Expansion
Vets Place Central on 35th and Wisconsin would expand space for homeless veterans.
Jan 30th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
More Than 15 Candidates Running For Three Council Seats
North side voters will find packed primaries on Feb. 21.
Jan 5th, 2023 by Jeramey Jannene
Former Pan Am Motel Could Be Redeveloped
TEAM and Wisconsin Redevelopment plan affordable housing on W. Wisconsin Ave.
Dec 14th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
How to Get a Landlord to Make Repairs
Best procedure to follow and local resources to help you.
Aug 31st, 2022 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Organizations Increasing Investment in Minority-Led Businesses
Greater Milwaukee Foundation, Northwestern Mutual invested millions in minority-led businesses in Milwaukee.
Jul 15th, 2022 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Concordia 27 Will Offer Housing, Meals, Education
NWSP, State, Wiegand to redevelop N. 27th St. building, create west side community hub.
May 11th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
City Awards Vouchers to 7 West Side Housing Projects
Awards will advance the creation or rehabilitation of 390 apartments.
May 10th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Milwaukee Strikes Out In WHEDA Awards
Not one new city project won tax credits in latest round of WHEDA awards.
May 10th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Willie Hines Jr. Finds Opportunity to Give Back at Housing Authority
Hines is the first African American leader of the agency, and a former resident of public housing.
Apr 15th, 2022 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Willie Hines, Jr. Named Head of Housing Authority
Hines is first African American and first former public housing resident to lead the agency.
Mar 11th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Many Housing Projects Get Funding Boost
Gov. Evers announces $25.5 million in grants for Milwaukee.
Feb 23rd, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Housing Authority Leader Tony Pérez Resigns
After serving as director for two decades, Perez has been out on medical leave.
Feb 14th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
City Grants Supporting New Homes in Josey Heights
Lender, developer working with city to help working people build homes.
Jan 27th, 2022 by PrincessSafiya Byers
Developers Plan 299 Affordable Apartments
Smallest pool of Milwaukee applicants and planned units seeking WHEDA funds in years.
Jan 25th, 2022 by Jeramey Jannene
Housing Authority Opening Low-Cost Housing Waiting Lists
Want housing assistance? Get in line ASAP starting Dec. 15.
Dec 9th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Soldiers Home Redevelopment Wins National Preservation Award
Project targeted at housing for homeless veterans wins award in advance of Veterans Day.
Nov 5th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
New High School Marks Growth of Hmong Community
Governor, MPS Superintendent join trailblazing HAPA founder Chris Her-Xiong for ribbon cutting.
Oct 22nd, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Strikes Deal On How To Spend $179 Million ARPA Allocation
Housing, lead abatement, child care, police recruits, violence prevention, a new MLK library and more.
Oct 15th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Black Business Boost Fund Targeted At Milwaukee Entrepeneurs
New fund targeted at supporting people of color launch and grow businesses.
Oct 15th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
More Than 660 Street Trees Lost in August Storm
City officials debating how to get ready for next big storm as they await bill from "unprecedented" event.
Sep 9th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
Barrett Calls For $44 Million In Workforce And Housing Spending
Funds would come from $394 million federal ARPA grant.
Jul 12th, 2021 by Jeramey Jannene
