To The Point, A Council of Large Public Housing Authorities Podcast

Hosted by Jeffery K. Patterson

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May 2026

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To The Point, a Council of Large Public Housing Authorities podcast offers you concise, digestible overview of the most pressing topics facing the public and affordable housing industry. You’ll hear from leaders from across the housing spectrum from public housing authorities’ executives to notable researchers, academics, to federal, state, and local officials, to representatives from community-based organizations. Jeffery K. Patterson, CEO of the Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority and president of CLPHA's board of directors, is the host of To The Point.

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May 28, 202623 min

Kenzie Bok, Administrator of the Boston Housing Authority, on Eviction Prevention, Homeownership & More

Send us Fan MailRecorded live at the 2026 Housing Is Summit in Washington, D.C., this episode features CLPHA Board Member and Boston Housing Authority Administrator Kenzie Bok. Kenzie tells Jeffery K. Patterson about BHA’s innovative eviction prevention partnership with HomeStart, efforts to improve residents’ economic mobility, and the agency’s First Home program supporting pathways to homeownership. She also shares updates on the transformative Bunker Hill Housing redevelopment and Boston’s new Housing Accelerator Fund. Plus, Kenzie previews what CLPHA members can look forward to when CLPHA Convene heads to Boston next year.Thanks for listening to To The Point, a podcast of the Council of Large Public Housing Authorities.

April 23, 202629 min

Conversation with Gerry Cichon, CEO of the Housing Authority of the City of El Paso on AI and More

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Jeffery K. Patterson chats with Gerry Cichon, CEO of the Housing Authority of the City of El Paso (HACEP). Gerry tells Jeffery how HACEP is pioneering the use of AI in PHA operations, using cutting-edge technology to help HACEP run more efficiently and serve its residents more effectively. He also discusses HACEP's successful homeownership program and its work to build a public housing community for seniors run on clean energy.Thanks for listening to To The Point, a podcast of the Council of Large Public Housing Authorities.

March 26, 2026Episode 417 min

Conversation with Maria Razo, Executive Director of the Housing Authority of the County of San Bernardino

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Maria Razo, newly elected Vice President of the Council of Large Public Housing Authorities and longtime Executive Director of the Housing Authority of the County of San Bernardino (HACSB), talks with Jeffery K. Patterson about her path into the affordable housing industry and her leadership priorities. As the 30-year anniversary of the creation of the Moving to Work (MTW) program approaches, Maria highlights how MTW enables innovation and local flexibility and helps HACSB to serve its residents more effectively and efficiently. Maria also share updates on the revitalization of HACSB’s Arrowhead Grove community, talking about both the challenges and opportunities presented by this large-scale place-based investment. Thanks for listening to To The Point, a podcast of the Council of Large Public Housing Authorities.

February 18, 202620 min

New CLPHA CEO La Shelle Dozier on Her Vision and Goals

Send us Fan Mail Jeffery K. Patterson sits down for a chat with his first repeat guest -- new CLPHA CEO La Shelle Dozier, who took the organization's helm in December 2025. La Shelle tells Jeffery about how she's adjusting to life in the nation's capital, her vision and goals for the organzation, how she plans to tackle the biggest opportunities and challenges facing PHAs in her new role, next steps for the 10 Year Roadmap for Public Housing Sustainability, and much more. Thanks for listening to To The Point, a podcast of the Council of Large Public Housing Authorities.

August 7, 2025Episode 330 min

Conversation with Innovation in Affordable Housing Student Design Competition Winners from UC, Berkeley

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of To The Point, host Jeffery K. Patterson—CEO of the Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority and President of the Council of Large Housing Authorities—welcomes three students from UC Berkeley: Omeed Ansari, Yameen Arshad, and Harrison Haigood. As winners of the Innovation in Affordable Housing Student Design Competition, they share the story behind their award-winning proposal, Mango Commons—a transformative, 350-unit redevelopment plan for Palm Beach County Housing Authority. With a focus on food security, tech education, and intergenerational engagement, their design reimagines what affordable housing can be. Tune in to hear how these future leaders are tackling today’s housing challenges with creativity, compassion, and community-driven solutions.Thanks for listening to To The Point, a podcast of the Council of Large Public Housing Authorities.

May 7, 2025Episode 222 min

Conversation w/Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles CEO Lourdes Castro Ramirez

Send us Fan MailTo The Point Host Jeffery K. Patterson sat down with CLPHA Board Member and Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles President and CEO Lourdes Castro Ramirez to discuss many topics, including beginning her role as CEO just as the wildfires in Los Angeles erupted. Jeffery and Lourdes also talked about HACLA's successful workforce development program, addressing veteran homelessness and, engaging in public-private partnerships.Thanks for listening to To The Point, a podcast of the Council of Large Public Housing Authorities.

December 5, 202419 min

Leading the National Housing Crisis Task Force: A Conversation with Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb

Send us Fan MailCleveland Mayor Justin Bibb sits down with CLPHA President Jeffery K. Patterson to discuss the efforts of the National Housing Crisis Task Force to put forward bipartisan solutions to the nation's affordable housing crisis. As co-chair of the Task Force, Mayor Bibb highlights the important role that public housing authorities play in solving the crisis. The discussion was wide ranging including topics about the importance of lead pipe replacement to the future of Cleveland and the role the 10 Year Roadmap for Public Housing Sustainability will play in developing recapitalization strategies for the public housing portfolio.Thanks for listening to To The Point, a podcast of the Council of Large Public Housing Authorities.

May 16, 2024Episode 522 min

Conversation with HUD Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary Richard Monocchio

Send us Fan MailJeffery K. Patterson sits down with Richard Monocchio, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of HUD's Office of Public and Indian Housing, to discuss what he has learned as he completes his first year in office. Jeff and Rich discuss the innovations brought by MTW programs, the importance of cross-sector work in improving life outcomes for low-income families, and the pivotal moment now to build a roadmap for the future of public housing.Thanks for listening to To The Point, a podcast of the Council of Large Public Housing Authorities.

March 27, 2024Episode 430 min

Reimagining Home Forward: A Conversation with CEO Ivory Mathews

Send us Fan MailHome Forward CEO Ivory Mathews joined To The Point host Jeffery K. Patterson for a conversation about the Reimagining Home Forward Initiative. Ivory discusses how the initative addresses systemic racism by "calling up, calling out" racial injustices in Home Forward's history and is forging an inclusive path forward by implementing a racial harm policy for the staff and building equity into resident-focused programs and services.Thanks for listening to To The Point, a podcast of the Council of Large Public Housing Authorities.

January 31, 2024Episode 317 min

Conversation with Eugene Jones, Jr.

Send us Fan MailCLPHA Board President Jeffery K. Patterson sits down with Eugene Jones, Jr. to discuss a career spanning four decades and includes leading some of the nation's largest housing authorities including Kansas City, Chicago, Indianapolis, and most recently Atlanta from where he stepped down late last year. Gene describes what drew him to the public housing industry and the crisises he faced including an earthquake in San Francisco, hurricanes in New Orleans and an ice storm in Toronto. Hear from one of public housing's most innovative leaders about what where the industry needs to go next. Jeff also welcomed KeyBanc Capital Markets to CLPHA as a 2024 Affiliate Sponsor. KeyBanc understands the need to create a positive resident experience by building and maintaining high-quality housing that is affordable, while also contributing toward the improvement of local communities and maintaining a focus on federal and state regulations. For more information please type Public Sector Overview Slash Key into your search bar. Thanks for listening to To The Point, a podcast of the Council of Large Public Housing Authorities.