Arlington Partnership for Affordable Housing

2704 N. Pershing Drive

Arlington, VA 22201

 703-276-7444

www.apah.org

Designate:

United Way - 8403

CFC - 89862

CVC - 8044

The Catalogue for Philanthropy selected APAH as one of the finest local nonprofits

We acknowledge our generous sponsors

Grand Sponsor

Ten APAH residents recently earned CPR certification and learned basic first aid at Buchanan Gardens. Residents report that certification is useful in service-related positions and led one resident to receive a promotion.

For the first time Buchanan Gardens is the location of the twice weekly, 12-week English Language classes that APAH provides in partnership with REEP (Arlington Education and Employment Program). Eighteen Buchanan Gardens and Columbia Grove residents - all Spanish speakers - are learning beginning English to improve workplace skills.   

APAH is overhauling our outreach through social media. Our newly updated Facebook page will allow APAH's supporters and residents to stay up to date with news stories and photos.

 In December the APAH Board elected a new Board member. John Milliken served  on the Arlington County Board from 1980-1990 where he helped Arlington's smart growth vision while looking for public-private options to preserve affordable housing. John is a partner in the law firm of Venable LLP where he specializes in transportation, land use and environmental law associated with major infrastructure projects. John lives in Arlington with his wife and son. In 2011, John was named APAH Affordable Housing Honoree.

We appreciate the contributions and expertise of departing Board members Bob Fox, FOX Architects and David Hannah, Bean, Kinney & Korman.

Rich Bragunier, Chief Financial Officer, is responsible for the financial oversight of APAH's $160 million portfolio and 995 rental apartments, soon to be 1117 rental apartments with the upcoming completion of the Arlington Mill property.

Jonathan Lee, Asset Manager, joined APAH in August 2012. He brings to APAH a background in architecture, real estate, and finance. He is responsible for the oversight of APAH's properties, including ensuring financial performance, energy efficiency, and tax compliance. He also works closely with APAH's property management company.

Lydia Li, Accountant, joined APAH in July 2012 after receivin  g her Master's in Accounting from George Washington University. She manages the accounts and provides support to the development and residence services teams.

Kim Painter, Special Projects Manager, recently returned to APAH in a new role as Special Projects Manager. She oversees a range of special projects, including office management, research and advocacy, human resources, supportive housing and resident relocation. Of special importance is Kim's role leading APAH's Permanent Support Housing program with Arlington County to house individuals unable to live independently.

Laura Moody, Office Manager, has worked at APAH since 2011. She has extensive experience with special event coordination and ensures the efficiency and organization of the APAH office.

 

Pictured left to right: Kim Painter, Lydia Li, Jonathan Lee, Laura Moody, Rich Bragunier

The County Manager's Proposed FY2014 Budget Overview that was released on February 23, the budget maintains the Affordable Housing Investment Fund (AHIF) at FY13 levels and funds the Housing Grants program up to $8 million in FY14. In anticipation of ongoing economic uncertainty at the Federal government level, the County Manager already announced staff and program reductions. The County Board authorized advertising a five cent tax increase.

Arlington County Board Approves N. Quincy Street Plan Addendum in Ballston area

The Arlington Board approved a plan to transform a portion of the Ballston area to provide increased opportunities for affordable housing while transforming the southern gateway of Ballston from an automobile-oriented area into an urban place with a more pedestrian friendly built environment. APAH's 27-unit Carlyn Springs Apartments is included in study area for the plan; the County Board's decision would permit APAH increase the number of committed affordable units to about 100. Check Arlington County's website for more information on the County-adopted plan.

Many thanks to friends of affordable housing who testified at the Planning Commission and County Board meetings from VOICE and Alliance for Housing Solutions.