Notification Letters

In July 2020, all notification letter related to HAMC’s 2020 HCV interest application lottery selection were sent to both those selected and those not selected.

Congratulations if you were among the 4000 selected in the HAMC HCV 2020 waiting list lottery. More than 9200 entries were received for the combined City of Tempe and Housing Authority of Maricopa County Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program Waitlist – Lottery (2020).  For those NOT selected in the lottery process, please visit our website on a periodic bases to learn of future HCV waitlist openings, non-selectees are ineligible for the HCV 2020 waiting list.

Selectees from HAMC’s lottery were sent written notification directing them to register on HAMC’s online applicant portal and to complete the formal waiting list application by 9/15/2020.

The Housing Authority of Maricopa County does not provide waiting list position information.

Applicants can check their status online by logging into the Applicant Portal. We advise that applicants use the portal to periodically check application status. If selected from the waiting list an applicant will be notified by mail and/or email. Also the status displayed on the portal will update to reflect one has been selected in order to determine eligibility and further instruction will be provided as to how to complete the ‘Intake Certification’ process.

We anticipate due to staffing shortages related to Covid-19,  that it may take several weeks perhaps until 10/15/2020 for submissions from the 4000 selectees to be reviewed.

We appreciate your patience.

Important Information – Please READ!

Per the letter, RE: HAMC HCV Program Waitlist Lottery Notification, page 5 of 6

“Once you register and complete the formal application on the applicant portal, the application will be reviewed to ensure only lottery selectees are added to the waitlist. (*)

Once accepted the displayed status for the waitlist will be updated from ‘Pending’ to ‘On List’.  Your household will remain on waitlists (**) until your family has been selected to determine eligibility for an HCV voucher.”

(*) All applicants will have a “Pending” Status after successfully completing their online 50058 application. “Pending” status accompanies the email that states: “Thank you for completing Online Application in RENTCafė. We have forwarded it to staff for review.”   When the review has been completed by HAMC staff and if you were among the lottery selectees you will receive an email indicating your application status has been updated from ‘Pending’ to ‘On List’.

(**) A voucher must be available before an applicant can be “selected” from the waiting list to receive a voucher.  Historically speaking, the average wait time is generally 2-6 years from the applicant being placed on a waiting list to being “selected” from the waiting list. The additional steps between being “selected” and possibly receiving an HCV voucher can take several additional months. After being “selected” program eligibility has to be determination.  Finally, a “selected” applicant who is program eligible will be issued a voucher, briefed about the program.  After being briefed, the voucher holder will search for a rental unit, have the unit inspected by HCV staff.  If the inspection “PASSES”, the voucher holder may complete the leasing steps with the landlord.

Excerpts from the website published waitlist opening Frequently Asked Questions:

https://maricopahousing.org/housing-authority-of-maricopa-county-and-city-of-tempe-housing-authority-housing-choice-voucher-waitlist-frequently-asked-questions-faq/

After I apply, why does it take so long to receive assistance?

The Housing Authorities are not able to pull names from the wait list until a voucher becomes available. When someone leaves the program, we are able to issue a voucher to someone on the waiting list.

How will I know I am on the waitlist?

HAMC: Applicants selected from HAMC’s lottery will be sent written notification directing them to register on HAMC’s online applicant portal and to complete the formal application. The applicant portal allows applicants to check their waiting list status, reply to future ‘Save My Spot’ inquires, and when pulled from the waitlist, complete the ‘Certification for Intake’ process online.

How do I stay on the waitlist?

Once placed on the either the Housing Authority of Maricopa County and/or the City of Tempe Housing Authority waitlist, applicants must notify the Housing Authorities of any and all address changes. Finally, while on the waitlist, applicants must respond to all correspondence received from the Housing Authorities or you will be removed from the waiting list.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the general public that the Housing Authority of Maricopa County
Board of Commissioners will hold meetings at 8910 N. 78th Avenue, Peoria, AZ 85345 as follows:

Agendas are available at least 24 hours prior to each of the above scheduled meetings at the Housing Authority, 8910 N. 78th Avenue, Peoria, AZ 85345, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. or anytime on HAMC’s website www.maricopahousing.org.

Dated this 17th Day of July, 2020

One or more members may attend telephonically. Members attending telephonically will be announced at the meeting.
Executive Sessions are always preceded by an open, public meeting as per A.R.S. §38‐431.03, and are held in compliance with one or more of the following
statute(s):

A.R.S. §38‐431.03.1 ‐ Personnel matters
A.R.S. §38‐431.03.2 ‐ Records exempt by law from public inspection
A.R.S. §38‐431.03.3 ‐ Legal advice
A.R.S. §38‐431.03.4 ‐ Litigation; contract negotiations; settlement discussions
A.R.S. §38‐431.03.5 ‐ Personnel matters dealing with employee organizations
A.R.S. §38‐431.03.6 ‐ International and interstate negotiations
A.R.S. §38‐431.03.7 ‐ Purchase sale or lease of real property

LaQueena Soto

March 13, 2020

Removal of this notice is illegal.

Meeting Public Notice 2020-07-17 (PDF)

HAMC Offices will be closed on Friday, July 3rd in Observation of Independence day.

Public Notice – Download PDF Version

PUBLIC NOTICE

Waitlist Opening for Housing Authority of Maricopa County AND City of Tempe Housing Authority Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) June 8, 2020 @ 10:00 a.m. (MST) THROUGH June 29, 2020 @ 3 p.m. (MST)

The Housing Authority of Maricopa County(HAMC) and the City of Tempe Housing Authority(the City) will be accepting interest applications for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program Waitlist Lottery*. Interest applications will be accepted online only from 10:00 AM June 8, 2020 through June 29, 2020 at 3:00 PM. The online application will be located at https://maricopahousing.org/apply-tempe-and-maricopacounty-hcv-waiting-lists/. Paper applications will not be accepted; however, if you require special assistance with the application process or you do not have internet access, you may contact the help desk at 602-744-4555 or 480-350-8076 Monday-Friday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and a customer service specialist will assist you. Waitlist Frequently Asked Questions can be accessed at https://maricopahousing.org/apply-tempe-and-maricopacounty-hcv-waiting-lists/.

*HAMC Lottery Selection: HAMC will randomly select 4,000 interest applications from all those received. Applicants selected from HAMC’s lottery will be sent written notification directing them to register on HAMC’s online applicant portal and to complete the formal application. The applicant portal allows applicants to check their waiting list status, reply to future ‘Save My Spot’ inquires, and when pulled from the waitlist, complete the ‘Certification for Intake’ process online. Applicants not selected will have to reapply for assistance at another time. For more information about HAMC’s housing programs and application for assistance, visit HAMC’s website at https://maricopahousing.org/.

*City of Tempe Housing Authority Lottery Selection: The City will randomly select 3,000 interest applications from all those received. Selected applicants will then be invited to complete the formal application process, then placed onto the City HCV Waitlist. Applicants not selected will have to reapply for assistance at another time. For more information about the City’s housing programs and application for assistance, visit the website at https://www.tempe.gov/government/human-services/housing-services.

Who can apply: All families and individuals may apply

How to apply: Interest applications will be accepted from June 8, 10:00 AM through June 29, 2017, 3:00 PM. If you have all of the required information pulled together before you sit down to apply, the online application will take approximately 3 minutes per household member to complete.

1. Complete the interest application online at https://maricopahousing.org/apply-tempe-and-maricopacounty-hcv-waiting-lists/
OR
If you require special assistance or do not have internet access, complete the interest application by telephone by calling 602-744-4555 or 480-350-8076, Monday-Friday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
2. The deadline to complete the application is June 29, 2020 by 3:00 pm MST

Income Requirements:

You Will Need:

Computer/Internet Access: Applications can be completed on any computer, tablet, or smartphone with Internet access. Public computers are not available at Housing Authority of Maricopa County or City of Tempe Housing Authority Offices.With COVID-19 concerns in full effect, community library’s and other public resource centers that normally offer free computer access may be closed or have limited access. Please check with the Agency for their location and hours:

Transportation: Valley Metro is committed to providing safe, convenient transportation options for all Valley residents. If you need transportation trip planning assistance, please contact Valley Metro at 602-253-500, TTY 602-251-2039, or http://www.valleymetro.org/.Dial-a-Ride offers different types of services depending on the city or town in which you live. To find out what type of service exists in your city, call 602-716-2100 for assistance.

Reasonable Accommodation: HAMC and the City of Tempe are committed to making their programs and services accessible. Upon request, HAMC and the City of Tempe provides auxiliary aids and services as well as reasonable accommodations that allow people with disabilities an equal opportunity to participate in and benefit from housing programs.For accommodations for persons with disabilities in braille, large print, additional time, or translation for persons speaking another language, please contact Barbara Grambs at 602-744-4533 or email Barbara at b.grambs@maricopahousing.org at any time before or during the waitlist opening; TDD 602-744-4540.If you require special assistance or do not have internet access, complete the interest application by telephone by calling 602-744-4555 or 480-350-8076 Monday-Friday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.Waitlist Frequently Asked Questions can be accessed at https://maricopahousing.org/apply-tempe-and-maricopacounty-hcv-waiting-lists/.

HAMC Offices will be closed on Monday, May 25th in observation of Memorial Day.

IMPORTANT MESSAGE, PLEASE READ:

If you need to submit a change report, please use your participant portal at https://portal.maricopahousing.org/ to process your change.

Interim Workflow (Maricopa)-Residents

Dear Agency Partners:

We have established a temporary new Customer Support Fund to provide bill assistance to residential and small business customers who are experiencing financial strain due to the COVID-19 virus.

Starting Wednesday, March 18, 2020, customers who are having any of the following difficulties paying their bill due to COVID-19 can call our Customer Care center for assistance:

·       A loss or reduction of income

·       Unexpected expenses that cause a lack of resources to pay their bill

·       A condition exists that endangers the health or safety of the customer’s household

Below are the details of the program:

·       Customer can receive a one-time $100 bill credit per account

·       The Customer Support Fund is set up for APS residential and small business customers and will be managed and distributed by APS

·       Income or crisis verification documentation will not be required

·       Receiving funds through this program will not affect eligibility for our assistance programs including Crisis Bill Assistance, Energy Support program or SHARE

·       Customers can be directed to call our Customer Care center at (602) 371-7171 in (metro Phoenix) or (800) 253-9405 (in other areas)

This program is intended to help our customers during this time of need without putting a burden on our agency partners. Therefore, we will handle the activity related to the program but wanted to make sure you are aware of what we are doing. If you have any questions regarding the Customer Support Fund, please feel free to contact us.

Dear Valued HAMC Customer and Stakeholder:

HAMC’s focus remains on the health and welfare of our staff, residents, voucher holders, landlords, and all other guests. Here are a few steps we are taking:

HAMC Offices: HAMC is taking proactive steps to protect public health, such as cleaning and disinfecting all public areas. For safety reasons, the HAMC Administrative Office as well as property management offices are closed to the public. The Administrative Office lobby located at 8910 N. 78^th Avenue, Peoria is open for paperwork drop-off only.  HAMC staff continues to be available by telephone, email, or appointment only.

Meetings: HAMC is canceling public meetings without time-sensitive agenda items. For meetings with time-sensitive agenda items, we are providing a variety of participation options, such as call-in, virtual, or streaming options such as GoToMeeting. Check the meeting agenda for information on how to participate.

Conducting Business: The majority of HAMC staff are working, and are ready to serve you. Their extensions and email addresses are available on www.maricopahousing.org tab “How May We Help You” and through the main office line at (602) 744-4500, TDD (602) 744-4540.

Landlords: HAMC is committed to processing landlord housing assistance payments (HAP) timely. Currently there are no revisions or interruptions to HAP payments.

Staying Informed: We also are providing information to our staff regarding preventive measures for all viruses as recommended by major health organizations. HAMC requests staff and visitors to consider following best practices regarding personal health such as those offered through Maricopa.gov/coronavirus or cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/.

Please contact the HAMC office with any questions.  Thank you.

The Novel Coronavirus, now known as COVID-19, is causing much anxiety in our community, country and the world. If you are considering porting at this time, the Housing Authority of Maricopa County (HAMC) is strongly encouraging you to consider the challenges you may face with potential travel bands, closures or limited accessibility to housing providers. If you can postpone your move, you should consider doing so for the health and safety of your family.