Public Notice – PHA Annual Plan and Five Year Capital Fund Plan Drafted
PUBLIC NOTICE The Boise City and Ada County Housing Authorities (BCACHA) have developed drafts of the Public Housing Agency (PHA) Annual Plan and Five Year Capital Fund Plan in compliance with the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act of 1998. A copy will be available for review on our website at www.bcacha.org. Any comments or … Read More
Backpack Giveaway 2021!
Boise City / Ada County Housing Authorities are again delighted to partner with the Southminster Presbyterian Church in our 2021 Backpack Giveaway program. This program has won national awards through NAHRO (The National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials) and has been recognized in national housing journals. The annual Backpack Giveaway program was created to … Read More
Emergency Rental Assistance is Still Available!
Boise City / Ada County Housing Authorities is administering the Emergency Rental Assistance Program in Boise and Ada County. This program is funded through the U.S. Department of the Treasury for low-income local tenants who are struggling with rent and/or utilities and the reason for this is due, in some way, to the COVID pandemic. … Read More
Family Self-Sufficiency – July, August, September 2021 Newsletter
We are entering a busy summer season, with lots of sunny days ahead. After a difficult year, we are looking forward to returning to summer activities, even if some have restrictions or new capacity guidelines. Our focus article, “The Fruit of Labor” by Sonja Williams, highlights a community that took home-gardening seriously by combining talents … Read More
Vine Roof Project
REVISED – Vine Roof Project – The Boise City Housing Authority invites sealed bids from qualified contractors for the Vine Terrace Roofing Project located at Vine Terrace – 1121 N. Vine St., Boise, ID 83703. The work consists of: Removal and replacement of TPO roofing materials as described in the plans and specifications prepared by … Read More
Jillian Patterson – President of PNRC
Boise City / Ada County Housing Authorities’ Housing Programs Director, Jillian Patterson, was elected President of PNRC at their annual conference in May. Jillian is an inspiration to all at BCACHA and we are proud she is representing Boise, Idaho and our region at NAHRO. You can read more about Jillian and this role in … Read More
Idaho Press Interview – Paul Schwedelson
Idaho Press Reporter, Paul Schwedelson, recently interviewed BCACHA’s Executive Director, Deanna Watson, for his article about the Boise “On Fire” rental market. Affordable housing continues to be a major topic that is impacting so many lives in our community. With Boise being named as the nation’s “top spot” in rent increases in 2020, the challenges … Read More
Emergency Rental Assistance Available in Boise and Ada County
Recent news reports continue to help us get the word out about emergency rental assistance available to Boise and Ada County tenants. Applicants need to meet income eligibility (80% AMI or lower) and have a COVID related hardship. Assistance is also available to help with past due utilities. Funding continues to be available and there … Read More
Shoreline Plaza Carpet Replacement Project
Shoreline Plaza Carpet Replacement Project – The Boise City Housing Authority invites bids from qualified contractors for the Shoreline Plaza Carpet Replacement Project located at Shoreline Plaza – 675 S. 13th St., Boise, Idaho 83702. The work consists of: Removal and replacement of carpeting on floors 1, 2 and 3, as described in the specifications … Read More
Request for Proposals- Videography Services
The Boise City & Ada County Housing Authorities (BCACHA) seek proposals from qualified contractors for videography services related to administration of the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) for Ada County and the City of Boise. In connection with administration of the ERAP for the City and County, the BCACHA desires to procure videography services from … Read More