Category: Past Events

June 25 MBI Webinar on Broadband Upgrades & Support for Residents to Use the Internet

Join us for an upcoming Massachusetts Broadband Institute (MBI) webinar focused on how your properties—and the people who live in them—can benefit from improved and affordable internet access through the Retrofit and RANGE programs:

📅 Date: Wednesday, June 25, 2025
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
🔗 Register Here OR click the following link to https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/zxWG2o26TT69N6OwTHGyLw

Mass Union will join as a guest speaker to share perspectives, and insights about what connectivity in community means and the meaningful impact it has for our residents.

What You’ll Learn:
How MBI’s Retrofit Program can bring fully funded infrastructure upgrades to your buildings to deliver fast, reliable internet service.
How the RANGE Program provides grant support for housing operators to assist residents with digital adoption—including devices, digital skills training, and on-site Wi-Fi.

Why improved service and affordability are essential tools to future-proof both buildings and residents in today’s digital age.

Why This Matters: There are several housing authorities not yet enrolled in these programs – Your advocacy can inform and influence your properties to enroll to access this vital utility and additional funding to benefit you and your neighbors!
In today’s world, digital access is as essential as heat or hot water. These programs make it possible to:
Connect residents to telehealth, education, jobs, social services, and community at large.
Reduce cost barriers to adoption
Support property improvements with 100% of costs paid by MBI grant funding

We hope you’ll join us on June 25 and help lead the way in building more connected, equitable communities.

Mildred C Hailey Eleksyon

An Angle / En Español

ELEKSYON KONSÈY ADMINISTRASYON LOKATÈ YO!

Pral gen de opòtinite pou vote.

Mèkredi 25 Jen 5 PM – 7 PM, Julia Martin House, 90 Bickford St.

Jedi 26 Jen 10 AM – 2 PM, 30 Bickford St.

RANKONTRE KANDIDA YO!

Mèkredi 18 Jen 2025 a 6 PM, Julia Martin House, 90 Bickford St.

Genyen Entèpretasyon Espanyòl ak kreyòl Ayisyen. Yo pral bay pitza!

KANDIDA

Aissatou Fall

Antanke lokatè, mwen te temwen dirèkteman laperèz kèk moun santi lè y ap eksprime enkyetid yo. Mwen pasyone pou m sèvi nan konsèy lokatè a pou m bay kominote nou an pouvwa lè m asire tout moun okouran de dwa fondamantal yo pou yon espas k ap viv ki an sekirite, abòdab, pwòp, epi ki fonksyone byen. Mwen angaje tou pou m ankouraje pi bon kominikasyon ak jesyon an. Mwen te fè eksperyans fristrasyon lè biwo ki pa konsistan, apèl ki pa jwenn repons, ak nesesite pou m pran tan nan jounen m pou pwoblèm ki ta ka rezoud adistans. Anplis de sa, mank responsablite pou lòd travay ki pa adrese yo se yon bagay ki pa akseptab. Antanke yon lokatè responsab ki peye lwaye alè, mwen kwè li enpòtan pou gen yon manm konsèy ki dedye a asire jesyon an respekte responsablite li tou. Chak lokatè merite pou yo trete l avèk diyite ak respè, epi mwen detèmine pou m defann sa.

Darlene Maxwell

Mwen renmen travay avèk MCHTO Development kòm volontè, mwen se yon moun ki gen anpil sousi pou lòt moun, epi mwen renmen travay avèk moun an jeneral ki toujou ap ede. Mwen vrèman renmen travay avèk Konsèy Administrasyon an avèk moun pozitif.

Digna Urbina

Non mwen se Digna Urbina, mwen rete Mildred C. Hailey depi 1991. Mwen vle fè pati gwoup travay la pou ede otan m kapab, sitou nan evènman ak aktivite pou kominote a.

 

Elizabeth Morris

Lefèt ke mwen te viv nan Mildred Hailey pandan ventan ki sot pase yo ban mwen yon konpreyansyon pwofon sou kominote nou an. M ap kandida pou komite lokatè a paske mwen anvizaje yon avni ki pi briyan pou nou tout. Mwen angaje m pou m defann amelyorasyon, tankou asire koulwa nou yo toujou pwòp epi ede kominote a gen yon pi gwo sans sekirite pou tout moun santi yo alèz kite pitit yo jwe deyò. Mwen anvi defann chanjman ki gen enpak dirèk sou kalite lavi nou, soti nan adrese bri lannwit ki deranje moun ak moun k ap antre san otorizasyon rive nan reparasyon pòt kase. Objektif mwen se gen yon kominote kote timoun nou yo ka jwi lè ete a san okenn enkyetid.

Ismael Padilla

Non mwen se Ismael Padilla, mwen ap viv nan Mildred C Hailey Development depi 1974. Mwen te vizite epi mwen te wè tout bèl travay Task Force la ap fè nan kominote a. Se poutèt sa mwen vle vin yon manm nan Òganizasyon Lokatè Mildred C Hailey la.

Josefina Osorio

Non mwen se Josefina Osorio, mwen nan Òganizasyon Lokatè Mildred C Hailey depi 2013. Mwen ta renmen kontinye ede rezidan yo, tande bezwen yo epi fè tout sa m kapab pou ede yo. Pèsonèlman, mwen santi m satisfè pou m ede yo nan tout sa m kapab.

Luis Matos

Mwen pran desizyon pou m patisipe nan Pwosesis Elektoral MCHTO a pou kontinye ranfòse relasyon rezidan BHA yo ak administrasyon an. Anplis amelyore kalite lavi ak satisfaksyon, bati yon anviwònman pozitif pou fanmi yo, san arasman ak diskriminasyon kèlkeswa ras, koulè, relijyon, sèks, oryantasyon seksyèl, batay pou ekite; sekirite, pwòpte, ak antretyen se poto fondamantal pou yon lavi miyò… kidonk mwen bezwen sipò ou.

Mary Miller Martin

Bonjou, mwen rele Mary Martin. Mwen se yon rezidan depi 40 an. Mwen renmen kominote mwen an. Mwen se yon moun ki renmen moun epi mwen gen yon nanm ki gen bon kè. Mwen renmen ede moun epi fè yo souri.

Santa Tejada

Non mwen se Santa, mwen te mande kisa Gwoup Travay la ye, epi lè mwen fin tande sa l ye, mwen ta renmen fè pati konsèy administrasyon an pou m ka aprann plis bagay sou sa k ap pase nan kominote a.

Thomas Lugo

Non mwen se Thomas Lugo, mwen wè sa Gwoup Travay la ap fè nan kominote a epi mwen renmen ede otan m kapab. Se poutèt sa mwen vle vin yon manm konsèy administrasyon an.

Victoria Osorio

Mwen gen plizyè ane depi m ap viv nan Lojman Sosyal sa a. Mwen ta renmen wè l vin yon pi bon kote. Mwen gen anpil timoun isit la epi mwen leve yo isit la. Mèsi.

Yolanda Torres

Non mwen se Tolanda Torres. Mwen te nan Òganizasyon Lokatè Mildred C Hailey depi 2019. Mwen ta renmen defann ou pou pote nouvo lide. Epitou pou ede fè kominote a pi an sekirite pou fanmi yo ak vizitè yo.

Mwen kwè nou ka retabli inite nan kominote nou an, m ap eseye fè tout sa m kapab pou m travay pou ou.

Mèsi davans!

Zoë aka Linda Lewis

Bonjou,

Non mwen se Linda Lewis. Mwen rete isit la depi plis pase 60 ane. Mwen vle amelyore kominote mwen an nan espwa yon pi bon avni pou fanmi mwen ak zanmi mwen yo. Mwen renmen fè manje, fè moun ri, epi mwen renmen fè volontarya.

Mildred C Hailey Election Information

An Kreyòl Ayisyen / En Ingles

¡ELECCIÓN DE LA JUNTA DE VECINOS!

Habrá dos oportunidades para votar.

Miércoles, 25 de junio, 5 PM – 7 PM. Julia Martin House, 90 Bickford St.

Jueves, 26 de junio, 10 AM – 2 PM, 30 Bickford St.

¡CONOZCA A LOS CANDIDATOS!

Miércoles, 18 de junio, a las 18:00, Julia Martin House, 90 Bickford St.

Se prestarán servicios de interpretación de español y criollo haitiano.

Se servirá piza!

CANDIDATOS

Aissatou Fall

Como inquilino, he presenciado de primera mano el miedo que algunos sienten al expresar sus preocupaciones. Me apasiona formar parte de la junta de inquilinos para empoderar a nuestra comunidad, garantizando que todos conozcan sus derechos fundamentales a un espacio vital seguro, asequible, limpio y funcional. También me comprometo a fomentar una mejor comunicación con la administración. He experimentado la frustración de los horarios de oficina inconsistentes, las llamadas sin respuesta y la necesidad de dedicar tiempo a asuntos que podrían resolverse a distancia. Además, la falta de responsabilidad por las órdenes de trabajo sin atender es inaceptable. Como inquilino responsable que paga el alquiler a tiempo, creo que es crucial contar con un miembro de la junta dedicado a garantizar que la administración también cumpla con sus responsabilidades. Todo inquilino merece ser tratado con dignidad y respeto, y estoy decidido a defenderlo.

Darlene Maxwell

Me gusta trabajar como voluntaria en el Departamento de Desarrollo de MCHTO. Soy una persona muy solidaria y me gusta trabajar con la gente, ayudándola en todo momento. Me encanta trabajar con la Junta Directiva y con personas positivas.

Digna Urbina

Me llamo Digna Urbina, vivo en Mildred C. Hailey desde 1991. Quiero estar en el Task Force para ayudar tanto como pueda, especialmente en los eventos y actividades para la comunidad.

 

Elizabeth Morris

Vivir en Mildred Hailey durante los últimos veinte años me ha permitido comprender profundamente nuestra comunidad. Me postulo para la junta de inquilinos porque visualizo un futuro mejor para todos. Me comprometo a promover mejoras, como garantizar que nuestros pasillos estén siempre limpios y ayudar a la comunidad a tener una mayor sensación de seguridad para que todos se sientan cómodos dejando que sus hijos jueguen al aire libre. Estoy deseando promover cambios que impacten directamente nuestra calidad de vida, desde abordar el ruido nocturno molesto y las intrusiones hasta reparar puertas rotas. Mi objetivo es tener una comunidad donde nuestros hijos puedan disfrutar del aire del verano sin preocupaciones.

Ismael Padilla

Me llamo Ismael Padilla y vivo en la Urbanización Mildred C Hailey desde 1974. He estado presente y he visto el excelente trabajo que realiza el Grupo de Trabajo en la comunidad. Por eso quiero ser miembro de la Organización de Inquilinos de Mildred C Hailey.

Josefina Osorio

Me llamo Josefina Osorio y formo parte de la Organización de Inquilinos Mildred C Hailey desde 2013. Me gustaría seguir ayudando a los residentes, escuchar sus necesidades y hacer todo lo posible por apoyarlos. Personalmente, me siento satisfecha ayudándolos en todo lo que pueda.

Luis Matos

He decidido participar una vez en el Proceso Electoral de MCHTO para siguir fortaleciendo la relación inquilino-administración de los residents de BHA. Además mejorar la Calidad de vida y satisfacción de los mismos, creando un ambiente positivo para la familia libre de acoso y discriminación, sin importer la raza, el color, religion, sexo, preferencia sexual, estado familia, estabilidad; luchando de esa forma por la equidad de todos sus residents, seguridad, limpieza y mantenimiento ejes fundamentals de uno major vida… por tanto necesito su apoyo.

Mary Miller Martin

Hola, me llamo Mary Martin. Llevo 40 años viviendo aquí. Amo mi comunidad. Soy una persona sociable y de buen corazón. Disfruto ayudando a la gente y haciéndoles sonreír.

Santa Tejada

Mi nombre es Santa, pregunté qué es el Grupo de Trabajo y, habiendo escuchado de qué se trata, definitivamente me gustaría ser miembro de la junta y aprender más sobre lo que está sucediendo en la comunidad.

Thomas Lugo

Me llamo Thomas Lugo. He visto lo que el Grupo de Trabajo hace en la comunidad y me gusta ayudar en todo lo que pueda. Por eso quiero ser miembro de la junta.

Victoria Osorio

Llevo muchos años viviendo en esta vivienda pública. Me gustaría que fuera un lugar mejor. Tengo muchos hijos aquí y los crié aquí. Gracias.

Yolanda Torres

Me llamo Tolanda Torres. Participé en la Organización de Inquilinos de Mildred C. Hailey desde 2019. Me gustaría ser su defensora y aportar nuevas ideas. También quiero ayudar a que la comunidad sea más segura para las familias y los visitantes.

Creo que podemos recuperar la unidad en nuestra comunidad y haré todo lo posible por ayudarla.

¡Gracias de antemano!

Zoë aka Linda Lewis

Hola,

me llamo Linda Lewis. Llevo más de 60 años viviendo aquí. Quiero mejorar mi comunidad con la esperanza de un futuro mejor para mi familia y amigos. Me gusta cocinar, hacer reír a la gente y me encanta ser voluntaria.

Mildred C Hailey Election Information

An Kreyòl Ayisyen / En Español

TENANT BOARD ELECTION!

There will be two opportunities to vote:

Wednesday, June 25 from 5 PM – 7 PM at the Julia Martin House, 90 Bickford St.

Thursday, June 26 from 10 AM – 2 PM at 30 Bickford St.

MEET THE CANDIDATES!

Wednesday, June 18 at 6 PM at the Julia Martin House, 90 Bickford St.

Pizza Will Be Served – Spanish and Haitian Creole Interpretation Provided

NOMINEES

Aissatou Fall

As a tenant, I’ve witnessed firsthand the fear some feel in voicing their concerns. I am passionate about serving on the tenant board to empower our community by ensuring everyone is aware of their fundamental rights to a safe, affordable, clean, and operational living space. I am also committed to fostering better communication with management. I’ve experienced the frustration of inconsistent office hours, unanswered calls, and the need to take time out of my day for issues that could be resolved remotely. Furthermore, the lack of accountability for unaddressed work orders is unacceptable. As a responsible tenant who pays rent on time, I believe it’s crucial to have a board member dedicated to ensuring management upholds their responsibilities as well. Every tenant deserves to be treated with dignity and respect, and I am determined to advocate for that.

Darlene Maxwell

I like working with the MCHTO Development as volunteer, I am a very caring person, also I like working with people in general helping at all times. I do love working with the Board with positive people.

Digna Urbina

My name is Digna Urbina, I live in Mildred C. Hailey since 1991. I want to be in the Task Force to help as much as I can, specially on the events and activities for the community.

 

Elizabeth Morris

Living at Mildred Hailey for the past twenty years has given me a deep understanding of our community. I’m running for the tenant board because I envision a brighter future for all of us. I’m committed to advocating for improvements, such as ensuring our hallways are consistently clean and helping the community have a greater sense of safety so everyone feels comfortable letting their children play outside. I’m eager to advocate for changes that directly impact our quality of life, from addressing disruptive nighttime noise and trespassers to repairing broken doors. My goal is to have a community where our kids can enjoy the summer air without any worries.

Ismael Padilla

My name is Ismael Padilla, I’ve been living in Mildred C Hailey Development since 1974. I’ve been around and see all the great job the Task Force do in the community. That is why I want to be a member of the Mildred C Hailey Tenant Organization.

Josefina Osorio

My name is Josefina Osorio, I’ve been on the Mildred C Hailey Tenant Organization since 2013. Would like to keep helping the residents, hear their needs and try all my best helping to support them. I personally feel satisfied helping them in anything I can.

Luis Matos

I have made the decision to participate in the Electoral Process for MCHTO to continue strengthening the BHA resident-administration relationship. In addition to improving quality of life and satisfaction, building a positive environment for families, free of harassment and discrimination regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, fighting for equity; safety, cleanliness, and maintenance are fundamental pillars for a better life… therefore I need your support.

Mary Miller Martin

Hello, my name is Mary Martin. I have been a resident for 40 years. I love my community. I am a people’s person and I have a kind soul. I enjoy helping people and make them smile.

Santa Tejada

My name is Santa, I asked what the Task Force is, and having heard what it is about, I definitely would like to be a board member, and learn more about what is going on in the community.

Thomas Lugo

My name is Thomas Lugo, I seen what the Task Force do in the community and I like to help as much as I can. That is why I want to be a board member.

Victoria Osorio

I have been in this Public Housing for many years. I would like to see this become a better place. I have many kids here and raised them here. Thank you.

Yolanda Torres

My name is Tolanda Torres. I been in the Mildred C Hailey Tenant Organization seen 2019. I will like to be your advocate to bring new ideas to the table. Also to help make it a safer community for the families and visitors.

I believe we can bring back the Unity within our Community, will try to do the best I can working on your behalf.

In advance, Thank You!

Zoë aka Linda Lewis

Hello,

My name is Linda Lewis. I have been a resident here for over 60 years. I want to make my community better in hopes of a better future for my family and friends. I enjoy cooking, making people laugh, and I love to volunteer.

LHA Board and LTO Relationships Workshop and Forum from the Mel King Institute

June 25 (Wednesday), 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm

This workshop will be a collaboration between the Mel King Institute and MassUnion of Public Housing Tenants. Presenters Maria Fernandes-Dominique (Mass Union Leadership Development Director) and Victor Nascimento (Mel King Institute Leadership Development Program Manager) will review the structure, function, and life cycle of Local Tenant Organizations (LTOs) and the regulatory guidelines governing the relationship between Local Housing Authorities (LHAs) and LTOS, including obligations and ethical boundaries. Following, there will be an open forum discussion encouraging participants to share experiences navigating this relationship, suggesting how to strengthen it, and considering ideas for future collaboration.

This workshop is free and dedicated to all LHA Board Members or LHA staff.

REGISTER HERE or at www.melkinginstitute.org/event/7648.

PHTP Resident Board Member Training from the Mel King Institute

June 23 (Tuesday), 12 pm – 1 pm

This workshop introduces key knowledge areas needed for effective LHA Resident Board member leadership while outlining areas for further exploration. It is the core curriculum of the Mel King’s Institute Public Housing Training Program and will be taught by Victor Nascimento, MKI’s Leadership Development Manager.

The main topics of this session will include: appointment processes, rights and responsibilities, policy development, state oversight, fiduciary role, financial oversight, meeting conduct, chain of command, and conflict of interest.

REGISTER HERE or at www.melkinginstitute.org/event/7624.

Free and dedicated to LHA Resident Board Members. Register by June 6th to guarantee receiving a printed copy of the Workshop Training Manual in the mail ahead of time, otherwise, you can use a digital PDF version.

Register below by May 14!
Wednesdays, May 21, 28, June 4, 11
11:00am – 12:30pm
Via Zoom – Link provided after you register

Please join us for our flagship training, the four-part Resident Leader Training Series. This series will focus the core concepts of Mass Union’s network leadership model. Whether you are a seasoned resident leader or new in your leadership journey, join us to learn skills to build and sustain tenant power in your community. The core concepts covered in the training include the following:

1. 1. Balance of Power
   2. The Big Four
   3. Spaghetti Power
   4. Network Leadership
   5. The Blueprint for Change

 

Wednesday, April 30, 2pm – 3pm Via Zoom

This online session will help tenants prepare for our Public Housing Day on May 7 . We’ll review our plan for the day, our state policy agenda, and talking points. This will ensure that together we can make our voices heard to support fair funding for public housing, Access to Counsel for tenants facing eviction, and protection for tenants undergoing redevelopment. Tenants who register for Public Housing Day will be sent the link for this session as well.

Wednesday, April 16, 10am – 3pm – Please arrive by 9:30 at the latest
Caffrey Towers, Brockton, MA
Breakfast and Lunch Provided
Spanish Interpretation Provided

Is your Local Tenant Organization (LTO) ready to open up a bank account, secure an EIN, and get up to date on budgeting practices that ensure compliance?  If so, we invite you to join us on Wednesday, April 16^th for an in-person workshop at Caffery Towers in Brockton, Ma. In collaboration with our new community partner, JPMorgan Chase, the workshop will provide information on general business banking products and basic budgeting practices. We look forward to hosting you and supporting your LTO.

Duration:

6 hours

Description

Language Access is a fundamental component of equitable community engagement. To meet the needs of underserved communities, our projects and outreach strategies must be multilingual and culturally welcoming. Language access allows people’s voices to be heard and affirms that their voice does matter. We live in a globalizing and increasingly multilingual world. Our public processes need to be multilingual, too.

Join this interactive webinar series to:

• Work through sustainable strategies for language access.
• Talk about bridging from providing access to meaningful multilingual participation.
• Address the intersection of language and disability justice and examine how communication access benefits everyone and strengthens your public process overall.
• Strategize on public participation design that is not only linguistically accessible but culturally inclusive.

Session 1: April 30 | 9:30AM-12:30PM

Session 2: May 14 | 9:30AM-12:30PM

Registration deadline

April 23, 2025