About the AHA

The Aurora Housing Authority (AHA) was founded in the 1940s and charged with the mission of providing safe, decent and affordable housing for the people of the City of Aurora. With funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development the AHA provides housing for nearly 2,000 households through the Low Income Public Housing Program, the Project Based Voucher Program and Housing Choice Voucher Program. Through partnerships with local and regional non-profits the AHA also promotes educational achievement and self-sufficiency.

The Aurora Housing Authority, through its business activities, provides nearly $17.2 million dollars annually to local contractors, landlords and business owners and helps to support businesses owned and operated by minorities nationwide.

Board of Commissioners

COMMISSIONER APPOINTMENT DATE TERM EXPIRATION TERM
Joseph L. Grisson III Chairperson 04/01/2020 09/30/2027 4th Term
Meloyne Wimbley Commissioner 11/28/2023 09/30/2026 4th Term
Gabriel Robinson Commissioner 11/28/2023 09/30/2026 1st Term
Keevin Muhammad Commissioner 11/26/2024 09/30/2027 1st Term
Jackiey Gibson Commissioner 09/27/2022 09/30/2025 3rd Term
Frank Johnson Commissioner 04/01/2020 09/30/2027 4th Term
Sherrill Dodson-Lewis Vice-Chairperson 11/28/2023 09/30/2026 3rd Term
Board Members are appointed by Mayor Richard Irvin and approved by the City Council. Terms are set and maintained by the City of Aurora.