Governance

Board of Commissioners

Dover Housing Authority is governed by a five person Board of Commissioners.

The Board of Commissioners is the legally and financially responsible governing body of Dover Housing Authority and the first line of accountability for DHA’s performance. Being named a commissioner is a great opportunity to serve your community.

What Is the Board of Commissioners Responsible For?

1. Providing Leadership
   • • Set and champion the mission of the PHA
     • Make strategic decisions to ensure the financial solvency of the agency
     • Speak up when concerns arise
2. Providing Oversight
   • • Monitor the agency’s ability to meet statutory, regulatory, and contractual obligations
     • Assure DHA meets obligations on audit recommendations
     • Approve internal controls to safeguard the agency’s assets
     • Safeguard the financial integrity of DHA, preventing fraud, waste, mismanagement, and abuse
     • Approve, review, and monitor budgets, contracts, and other financial documents
     • Conduct monthly reviews of budgets with actual expenses and revenues
     • Ensure ethical, legal, and effective work performance
     • Keep informed of subsidized housing industry rules and regulations
3. Actively Participating in Board Meetings
   

When Do the Board of Commissioners Meet?

The Board of Commissioners holds its regularly scheduled monthly meetings on the fourth Tuesday of each month. Sometimes, dates may vary due to holidays or scheduling conflicts. Notices of the monthly meetings are always posted on the City of Dover’s calendar which can be found here.  These are public meetings; residents and other community members are invited to attend.

U.S Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD)

HUD interprets the laws handed down by Congress, developing regulations to guide PHAs. These regulations are distilled in the Annual Contributions Contract (ACC), a legally-binding contract between HUD and the PHA. HUD is a resource for PHAs. HUD guidebooks, notices, and handbooks are important tools to guide your oversight. The PHA may also contact the HUD Field Office, Regional Office, and Headquarters for resources and support.