Board Commissioners
The Ithaca Housing Authority Board of Commissioners consists of seven members. The Mayor of the City of Ithaca appoints five of those members to serve a five-year term. Two are Resident Commissioners that are elected by the Ithaca Housing Authority residents for a two-year term, with one resident Commissioner being from Titus Towers and one from Family Sites. The main responsibility of the Board of Commissioners includes creating a vision and direction for the Housing Authority and approving policies and procedures. Commissioners ensure that the Housing Authority operates within the law and according to HUD regulations. The Board elects a chairperson and vice-chairperson each year at the June annual meeting. The current members of the Board of Commissioners are as follows:
| Name | Term of Office | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Christine Barksdale | Expires 10/17/2028 | Chairperson |
| Judy Briggs | Expires 10/17/2027 | Commissioner |
| Lisa Collins | Expires 10/17/2030 | Commissioner |
| Loretta Epthimiatos | Expires 10/17/2030 | Commissioner |
| Bonnie Griffin | Expires 04/30/2027 | Tenant Representative |
| Joyce Kelly | Expires 04/30/2027 | Tenant Representative |
| Valerie Wilson | Expires 10/17/2029 | Vice Chairperson |
Meetings
Monthly Commissioner meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 4:00 p.m. typically in the Titus Towers 2 Conference Room.
2026 Meetings:
- January 20
- February 17
- March 17
- April 21
- May 19
- June 16
- July 21
- August 18
- September 15
- October 20
- November 17
- December 15
The general public may enter through the main building entrance where you will be received by an IHA staff member.
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday
9:00am – 12:00pm (Noon)
1:00pm – 3:00pm
(Closed for major federal holidays.)
Drop box is always available.
Contact Info:
Phone: (607) 273-8629
Fax: (607) 273-5738
After Hours Maintenance Emergencies:
Phone: (607) 882-7656
IHA Hearing Impaired Line:
Phone: (800) 662-1220