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Housing Authority of Monterey County Gives Presentation to the Monterey County Board of Supervisors Outlining Major Achievements and Future Plans
The Housing Authority of the County of Monterey (HACM) was honored to present its 2022-2024 Progress Report to the Monterey County Board of Supervisors on March 11, 2025, showcasing key achievements, organizational growth, and upcoming initiatives aimed at tackling the region's housing challenges.
Over the past two years, HACM has made remarkable strides in increasing access to affordable housing, improving internal operations, and strengthening partnerships to better serve Monterey County residents. Key accomplishments shared include:
- 40% increase in Housing Choice Voucher utilization, assisting over 9,250 individuals in securing stable housing.
- Innovative housing voucher distribution events, such as a first-of-its-kind initiative at Hartnell College and a large-scale event at Sherwood Hall, issuing over 1,000 vouchers.
- Improved relations with the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) San Francisco office, which lead to successfully removing HACM from the federal watchlist and positioning the agency for a "Superior" performance rating.
- Completed a $1.6 million rehabilitation of the King City Migrant Center in South County.
- New funding secured, including $5.8 million for the Pueblo Del Mar HOPE Housing initiative and over $35 million in partnerships with local cities to develop 450 new affordable units in the next 3-5 years.
- Implemented new technology that has improved interaction with residents and landlords and provided the agency a cost savings of approximately $1.2 million.
"Our agency has undergone a significant transformation, and we are proud to share our progress with the Board of Supervisors," said Zulieka Boykin, HACM Executive Director. "By expanding housing programs, streamlining operations, and strengthening partnerships, we are creating more opportunities for families, veterans, seniors, and individuals in need throughout Monterey County."
HACM also outlined future projects, including the recent acquisition of Pacific Meadows, a 200-unit senior housing facility in Carmel, and efforts to become a HUD-Certified Housing Counseling Agency to assist residents with financial stability and homeownership opportunities.
About Housing Authority of the County of Monterey
Created in 1941, The Housing Authority of the County or Monterey (HACM) is a locally controlled public agency that leverages funding from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and other sources to provide affordable housing and rental assistance to low-income families throughout Monterey County. HACM partners with a broad spectrum of community non-profits, city and county agencies, and state organizations to address affordable housing and housing shortage issues. The organization provides a variety of housing and services through: The Housing Choice Voucher Program (formerly Section 8), Farm Labor Housing and Tax Credit and other affordable housing programs. HACM is the primary provider of rental assistance to low-income families throughout Monterey County, and currently serves 7,816 individuals through the Housing Choice Voucher Program. HACM also owns and manages affordable housing properties. HACM currently owns 11 properties and manages 55 properties. The total number of units is 1,274, which serves 9,076 county residents.