Governor Josh Green, M.D.

 

HAWAII PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITY

 

JOSH GREEN, M.D.
GOVERNOR

KE KIAʻĀINA

HAKIM OUANSAFI
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

January 12, 2023

THE HAWAIʻI PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITY BREAKS GROUND ON NEW AFFORDABLE HOUSING COMMUNITY FOR SENIORS

Commencement of construction signifies a major accomplishment in responding to the housing needs of our elderly community

HONOLULU, HI — The Hawaiʻi Public Housing Authority (HPHA) is pleased to announce the groundbreaking ceremony for a new affordable housing complex for senior citizens on School Street. Today marks a turning point, as HPHA joined hands with Governor Josh Green M.D., Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi, the Legislature, and Board Members to transform the area into a thriving community with affordable housing options for the elderly.

This groundbreaking ceremony is ahead of the legislative session in which housing remains a top priority for Governor Josh Green, M.D. “With this groundbreaking, we are building a stronger, more compassionate community for our seniors. These homes will foster a sense of fellowship, empowerment, and safety for our kūpuna,” said Governor Green. “By investing in housing for our senior community, we recognize the immense value they bring to our culture here in Hawai‘i.” 

“Once completed, this land will provide an additional 800 units for senior community, ensuring affordable housing for a lifetime,” said HPHA Executive Director Hakim Ouansafi. “The chosen site has long been a gathering place for our State’s most vulnerable individuals who have lined up on these grounds for a chance at available housing units. We express our deepest gratitude to our development partners Highridge Costa Development Company, Form Partners, and Hawaiian Dredging, and our exceptional HPHA team for their unwavering dedication and commitment to this remarkable project. We would also like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to our long time partners at the Hawaii State Legislature and the City and County of Honolulu, our sister agency the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation, our highly skilled and experienced consultants at EJP Consulting and Reno & Cavanaugh, along with all those involved in bringing affordable housing to fruition.  It is exciting that we are taking this first step together to make a positive impact on the lives of so many families in need.”

 

 

About the HPHA:

The Hawaiʻi Public Housing Authority is the sole statewide public housing agency in the State of Hawaiʻi. Its mission is to develop and provide safe, decent, and affordable housing for Hawaiʻi’s low-income families, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. The Authority administers approximately 6,200 federal and state low–income public housing units on five islands; more than 4,000 rental assistance vouchers; and 3,000 Performance-Based Contract Administration (PBCA) units.

Digital assets from the signing ceremony can be credited to the Office of the Governor.

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Media Contact:

Dallis Ontiveros

Housing Information Officer

Hawaiʻi Public Housing Authority

808-620-1050

[email protected]

Mahalo!

Dallis Ontiveros, Housing Information Officer

The Hawaiʻi Public Housing Authority

1002 North School Street, Honolulu, Hawaiʻi 96817

Phone: (808) 832-4694, Mobile: (808)620-1050 Fax (808) 832-4679

 

The Hawaii Public Housing Authority provides housing assistance and programs free from discrimination.

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