TDHCA Calendar

The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) announces a series of roundtables to discuss potential rule changes to the Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Program and a new proposed rule for the Ending Homelessness Fund (EH Fund). Attendees should register online at the link included in this notice. Questions about the roundtables may be sent to Naomi Cantu, Coordinator for Homeless Programs and Policy, at naomi.cantu@tdhca.state.tx.us or 512-475-3975. Individuals who require auxiliary aids, services or sign language interpreters for this hearing should contact Naomi Cantu at 512-475-3975 or Relay Texas at 800-735-2989 at least three days before the hearing so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Personas que hablan espanol y requieren un interprete, favor de llamar a Jennifer Guzman al siguiente numero 512-475-1391 o enviarle un correo electronico a jennifer.guzman@tdhca.state.tx.us por lo menos tres dias antes de la junta para hacer los preparativos apropiados. Non-English speaking individuals who require interpreters for the public hearing should contact by phone at 512-475-1391 or by email at jennifer.guzman@tdhca.state.tx.us at least three days before the hearing so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs ("TDHCA") is requesting input from Texas health services providers and clients for the development of the draft Analysis of Impediments ("AI") to Fair Housing Choice. Feedback regarding fair housing issues, particularly issues affecting protected classes under the Fair Housing Act: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, and familial status; and the ability of those persons to exercise housing choice is welcome. You can register using the Registration link that is posted below under "Related Information."

The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs ("TDHCA"), in coordination with the Texas Department of Agriculture ("TDA"), is requesting public input for the development of the draft Analysis of Impediments ("AI") to Fair Housing Choice. Input regarding fair housing issues, particularly issues affecting protected classes under the Fair Housing Act: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, and familial status; and the ability of those persons to exercise housing choice is welcome. This public meeting will be considered a consultation, and all input on the needs of Texans and goals for use of federal program funds is encouraged. Individuals who require auxiliary aids, services, or sign language interpreters for this meeting should contact Nathan Darus at 512-475-0306 or Relay Texas at 1-800-735-2989, at least three (3) days before the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Non-English speaking individuals who require interpreters for meetings should contact Nathan Darus at 512-475-0306 at least five days before a specific meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Those unable to attend a meeting are welcome to submit written input to Nathan Darus, c/o TDHCA, P.O. Box 13941, Austin, TX 78711-3941 or Nathan.Darus@tdhca.state.tx.us. Written input received by 5:00 p.m. Austin local time on August 10, 2018, will be considered as consultation for the draft Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice.

The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs ("TDHCA") is requesting public input for the development of the draft Analysis of Impediments ("AI") to Fair Housing Choice. Input regarding fair housing issues, particularly issues affecting protected classes under the Fair Housing Act: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, and familial status; and the ability of those persons to exercise housing choice is welcome. This public meeting will be considered a consultation, and all input on the needs of Texans and goals for use of federal program funds is encouraged. Individuals who require auxiliary aids, services, or sign language interpreters for this meeting should contact Nathan Darus at 512-475-0306 or Relay Texas at 1-800-735-2989, at least three (3) days before the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Non-English speaking individuals who require interpreters for meetings should contact Nathan Darus at 512-475-0306 at least five days before a specific meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Those unable to attend a meeting are welcome to submit written input to Nathan Darus, c/o TDHCA, P.O. Box 13941, Austin, TX 78711-3941 or Nathan.Darus@tdhca.state.tx.us. Written input received by 5:00 p.m. Austin local time on August 10, 2018, will be considered as consultation for the draft Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice.

Dates and times are tentative and subject to change. Be advised that you should check back periodically with the Department for updated information, and all board meetings will, of course, be posted in advance with the Secretary of State in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act.

Dates and times are tentative and subject to change. Be advised that you should check back periodically with the Department for updated information, and all board meetings will, of course, be posted in advance with the Secretary of State in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act.

The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs ("TDHCA"), in coordination with the Texas Department of Agriculture ("TDA"), is requesting public input for the development of the draft Analysis of Impediments ("AI") to Fair Housing Choice. Input regarding fair housing issues, particularly issues affecting protected classes under the Fair Housing Act: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, and familial status; and the ability of those persons to exercise housing choice is welcome. This public meeting will be considered a consultation, and all input on the needs of Texans and goals for use of federal program funds is encouraged. Individuals who require auxiliary aids, services, or sign language interpreters for this meeting should contact Nathan Darus at 512-475-0306 or Relay Texas at 1-800-735-2989, at least three (3) days before the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Non-English speaking individuals who require interpreters for meetings should contact Nathan Darus at 512-475-0306 at least five days before a specific meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Those unable to attend a meeting are welcome to submit written input to Nathan Darus, c/o TDHCA, P.O. Box 13941, Austin, TX 78711-3941 or Nathan.Darus@tdhca.state.tx.us. Written input received by 5:00 p.m. Austin local time on August 10, 2018, will be considered as consultation for the draft Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice.

The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs ("TDHCA"), in coordination with the Texas Department of Agriculture ("TDA"), is requesting public input for the development of the draft Analysis of Impediments ("AI") to Fair Housing Choice. Input regarding fair housing issues, particularly issues affecting protected classes under the Fair Housing Act: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, and familial status; and the ability of those persons to exercise housing choice is welcome. This public meeting will be considered a consultation, and all input on the needs of Texans and goals for use of federal program funds is encouraged. Individuals who require auxiliary aids, services, or sign language interpreters for this meeting should contact Nathan Darus at 512-475-0306 or Relay Texas at 1-800-735-2989, at least three (3) days before the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Non-English speaking individuals who require interpreters for meetings should contact Nathan Darus at 512-475-0306 at least five days before a specific meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Those unable to attend a meeting are welcome to submit written input to Nathan Darus, c/o TDHCA, P.O. Box 13941, Austin, TX 78711-3941 or Nathan.Darus@tdhca.state.tx.us. Written input received by 5:00 p.m. Austin local time on August 10, 2018, will be considered as consultation for the draft Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice.

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Public Comment Period: Starts: 8 AM Austin local time on June 8, 2018 Ends: 5 PM Austin local time on July 9, 2018 Comments received after 5 PM Austin local time on July 9, 2018 will not be accepted. Written comments may be submitted, in hard copy/fax or electronic formats to: Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs Attn: Gavin Reid P.O. Box 13941Austin, Texas 78711-3941 Fax: (512) 475-3935 Email: gavin.reid@tdhca.state.tx.us Written comments may be submitted in hard copy, fax, or email formats within the designated public comment period. Those making public comment are encouraged to reference the specific draft rule, policy, or plan related to their comment as well as a specific reference or cite associated with each comment. Please be aware that all comments submitted to the TDHCA will be considered public information.

The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs ("TDHCA") is requesting public input at the Texas Interagency Council for the Homeless (TICH) Quarterly Meeting for the development of the draft Analysis of Impediments ("AI") to Fair Housing Choice. Input regarding fair housing issues regarding homelessness, particularly issues affecting protected classes under the Fair Housing Act: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, and familial status; and the ability of those persons to exercise housing choice is welcome. This public meeting will be considered a consultation, and all input on the needs of Texans and goals for use of federal program funds is encouraged. Individuals who require auxiliary aids, services, or sign language interpreters for this meeting should contact Nathan Darus at 512-475-0306 or Relay Texas at 1-800-735-2989, at least three (3) days before the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Non-English speaking individuals who require interpreters for meetings should contact Nathan Darus at 512-475-0306 at least five days before a specific meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Those unable to attend a meeting are welcome to submit written input to Nathan Darus, c/o TDHCA, P.O. Box 13941, Austin, TX 78711-3941 or Nathan.Darus@tdhca.state.tx.us. Written input received by 5:00 p.m. Austin local time on August 10, 2018, will be considered as consultation for the draft Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice.

The TICH meets quarterly to coordinate the state's resources and services to address homelessness and is comprised of representatives from eleven state agencies along with members appointed by the governor, lieutenant governor, and speaker of the house of representatives. Individuals who require auxiliary aids, services or sign language interpreters for this meeting should contact Cate Tracz, ADA-Responsible Employee, at 512-936-7803 or Relay Texas at 1-800-735-2989 at least two days before the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Non-English speaking individuals who require interpreters for this meeting should contact Elena Peinado, 512-475-3814 at least three days before the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Personas que hablan espanol y requieren un interprete, favor de llamar a Elena Peinado al siguiente numero (512) 475-3814 por lo menos tres dias antes de la junta para hacer los preparativos apropiados. **Please note that discussion at this meeting may be considered consultation for the development of the State's Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice.

The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs ("TDHCA") is requesting public input for the development of the draft Analysis of Impediments ("AI") to Fair Housing Choice. Input regarding fair housing issues related to health services and service enriched housing, particularly issues affecting protected classes under the Fair Housing Act: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, and familial status; and the ability of those persons to exercise housing choice is welcome. This public meeting will be considered a consultation, and all input on the needs of Texans and goals for use of federal program funds is encouraged. Individuals who require auxiliary aids, services, or sign language interpreters for this meeting should contact Nathan Darus at 512-475-0306 or Relay Texas at 1-800-735-2989, at least three (3) days before the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Non-English speaking individuals who require interpreters for meetings should contact Nathan Darus at 512-475-0306 at least five days before a specific meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Those unable to attend a meeting are welcome to submit written input to Nathan Darus, c/o TDHCA, P.O. Box 13941, Austin, TX 78711-3941 or Nathan.Darus@tdhca.state.tx.us. Written input received by 5:00 p.m. Austin local time on August 10, 2018, will be considered as consultation for the draft Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice.

The Housing and Health Services Coordination Council (HHSCC) is codified in Texas Government Code 2306.1091. The purpose of the Council is to increase state efforts to offer service-enriched housing through increased coordination of housing and health services. The Council seeks to improve interagency understanding and increase the number of staff in state housing and health services agencies that are conversant in both housing and services. Council members meet quarterly.

Dates and times are tentative and subject to change. Be advised that you should check back periodically with the Department for updated information, and all board meetings will, of course, be posted in advance with the Secretary of State in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act.

The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs ("TDHCA") is requesting input from Texas Fair Housing Initiatives Program and Fair Housing Assistance Program ("FHIPs and FHAPs") for the development of the draft Analysis of Impediments ("AI") to Fair Housing Choice. Feedback regarding fair housing issues, particularly issues affecting protected classes under the Fair Housing Act: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, and familial status; and the ability of those persons to exercise housing choice is welcome. This public meeting will be considered a consultation, and all input on the needs of Texans and goals for use of future program funds is encouraged. You can register using the Registration link that is posted below under "Related Information."

The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs ("TDHCA") is requesting public input for the development of the draft Analysis of Impediments ("AI") to Fair Housing Choice. Input regarding fair housing issues, particularly issues affecting protected classes under the Fair Housing Act: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, and familial status; and the ability of those persons to exercise housing choice is welcome. This public meeting will be considered a consultation, and all input on the needs of Texans and goals for use of federal program funds is encouraged. Individuals who require auxiliary aids, services, or sign language interpreters for this meeting should contact Nathan Darus at 512-475-0306 or Relay Texas at 1-800-735-2989, at least three (3) days before the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Non-English speaking individuals who require interpreters for meetings should contact Nathan Darus at 512-475-0306 at least five days before a specific meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Those unable to attend a meeting are welcome to submit written input to Nathan Darus, c/o TDHCA, P.O. Box 13941, Austin, TX 78711-3941 or Nathan.Darus@tdhca.state.tx.us. Written input received by 5:00 p.m. Austin local time on August 10, 2018, will be considered as consultation for the draft Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice.

The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs ("TDHCA") is requesting public input for the development of the draft Analysis of Impediments ("AI") to Fair Housing Choice. Input regarding fair housing issues, particularly issues affecting protected classes under the Fair Housing Act: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, and familial status; and the ability of those persons to exercise housing choice is welcome. This public meeting will be considered a consultation, and all input on the needs of Texans and goals for use of federal program funds is encouraged. Individuals who require auxiliary aids, services, or sign language interpreters for this meeting should contact Nathan Darus at 512-475-0306 or Relay Texas at 1-800-735-2989, at least three (3) days before the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Non-English speaking individuals who require interpreters for meetings should contact Nathan Darus at 512-475-0306 at least five days before a specific meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. Those unable to attend a meeting are welcome to submit written input to Nathan Darus, c/o TDHCA, P.O. Box 13941, Austin, TX 78711-3941 or Nathan.Darus@tdhca.state.tx.us. Written input received by 5:00 p.m. Austin local time on August 10, 2018, will be considered as consultation for the draft Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice.