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Mission Statement

The Mission of the Pawtucket Housing Authority is to provide safe, decent, and affordable housing and to establish programs that will educate, enhance, and empower the lives of all the people in the community we serve.

Our Theme

To provide stable, quality affordable housing for low and moderate-income persons.

Our Adopted Slogan

Public Housing is more than just a place to live, public housing programs should provide opportunities to residents and their families.

Our Vision

The Pawtucket Housing Authority serves as a facilitator in promoting the health, safety, and progress of our families and the overall community.

Our Goals

  • Maintain and improve our supply of diverse, affordable, and accessible housing
  • Provide a stimulating working environment for employees
  • Increase communication efforts with residents and the Pawtucket community
  • Enhance and expand relationships with community, state, and HUD partners
  • Continue maintaining financially sound practices

Staff

Executive Director

The Pawtucket Housing Authority is excited to announce our new Executive Director, Justin Barros.

Justin Barros, a Pawtucket native and graduate of the University of Rhode Island, brings over 15 years of experience working in Public Housing, including 12 years with the Pawtucket Housing Authority. With a strong commitment to community service, Justin takes a innovative and comprehensive approach to leadership-focusing on enhancing the quality of life for residents while ensuring that the operations of the Housing Authority remain effective, efficient, and sustainable. His leadership is driven by a deep connection to his hometown and passion for creating safe, supportive, and thriving communities.

Executive Staff

Justin Barros
Executive Director
(401) 721-6020
jbarros@pawthousing.org
Tammy Cote
Executive Office Manager and Human Resource Coordinator
(401) 721-6020
tcote@pawthousing.org
Lourdes Marrero
Deputy Director
(401) 721-5192
lmarrero@pawthousing.org
Marilyn daPonte
Director of Housing Management
(401) 721-6017
mdaponte@pawthousing.org
Kim Gervais
Director of Resident Services
(401) 721-6063
kgervais@pawthousing.org
Christina DeIngenis
Director of Finance
(401) 205-2361
cdeingenis@pawthousing.org
Michael Paiva
Director of Safety and Security
(401) 721-6040
mpaiva@pawthousing.org
Christopher Bostic
Director of Housing Operations and Technology
(401) 721-5064
cbostic@pawthousing.org

Board of Commissioners

Mary Bray
Chairperson
July 2027
Olga Torres
Vice Chairperson
July 2027
George L. Kelley, II
Commissioner
July 2027
Beth Roberge
Commissioner
July 2029
Kevin J. Rabbitt
Commissioner
July 2028
Elaine Cruz
Commissioner
July 2030
Henry Kinch Sr.
Commissioner
July 2031