Advocating for Change
Making a Difference
As a socially conscious public housing authority, Maiker collaborates with nonprofit organizations, government agencies, the private sector, landlords, housing providers and the community to ensure healthy housing environments are available to all Adams County residents.
The Need for Affordable Housing in Adams County
“The American Dream means a lot to me. It is having a dream and making it happen.”
Delia lives at Waterview on the Parkway and attends community classes with her children
Maiker's Role
- We advocate for changes to streamline the permitting process for new affordable housing developments.
- We take a progressive stance on changes to resident screening standards that will reduce barriers for those with the greatest need.
- We work to end the cycle of generational poverty by combining access to affordable housing with programs designed to help individuals and families establish stability and work toward economic independence.
- We partner with the private sector and other stakeholders to identify new solutions.
- We work in partnership with the community to invest in opportunities that will increase housing affordability and positively transform neighborhoods.
Get Involved
Maiker is grateful for the work of community partners and other agencies dedicated to ending the affordable housing crisis. Below are useful reports, fact sheets and resources on housing and generational poverty in Colorado and across the U.S.