Massac County Housing Authority

04/10/2026

Today we did a little resident's appreciate day and had an Easter Egg hunt for the kids. MCHA Residents thanks again for doing your part in us getting a 99 NSPIRE Inspection score. One kid found 28 eggs and won $20. Several found the golden eggs, opened them to find money inside. Block Party is next.

04/09/2026

This Saturday, the guys will be cutting the grass at all the sites. Please make sure your property is not in the way of the mowers.

04/09/2026

MCHA residents don't forget we're grilling hamburgers and hot dogs tomorrow at the Spence Community Room. Bring the kids for the Easter Egg Hunt. Start time is 10 am to 12 pm.

03/24/2026

03/18/2026

Congratulations to the MCHA residents and staff for scoring a 99 on the INSPIRE inspection conducted on February 17-18, 2026. When we work together this is the result.

02/11/2026

MCHA residents the maintenance staff and contractors are coming to repair any items reported during last week's annual inspection, please allow them in the apartment to complete their task. The contractors are two electricians that will be switching a breaker in the gray box by the washer hookup. It should take less than ten minutes to complete. Thank you for your cooperation.

Remember the NSPIRE Inspection is next Tuesday and Wednesday.

02/09/2026

To: All Residents

From: Massac County Housing Authority
Andiamo M. White, Executive Director
Bill Ward, Maintenance Director

Subject: NSPIRE Inspection

One last time, this letter is to inform all residents the HUD inspection date is still scheduled for February 17-18, 2026, starting at 9:00 am.

During the recent annual inspection, I want to thank you for your cooperation, we did not have many apartments with poor housekeeping, only a few windows were blocked and there were no major repairs. The inspector complimented you all on the way things were, pat yourselves on the back.

The one issue that we did have was having items in a three-foot proximity of the hot water heater. For the two-story apartments, nothing can be near the tank, everything must be on the shelves, if it can’t fit on the shelves, it needs to be placed somewhere else in the apartment. The picture illustrates what the area must look like. The single-story apartments, your tank is in a closet, the only thing that can be in there is the tank, nothing else. The reason this area must be clear is because HUD considers it a fire hazard. If anything is near the tank HUD will deduct 3.45 points for each apartment that is in violation. We start with 100 points, so nine units will fail the authority.


Please make sure your screen door is unlocked during this time. If you have a window blocked, please remove whatever is blocking it. This is considered a blocked egress, if you had a fire and the only way out was that blocked window, it would be an unfortunate situation. This also applies to your front and back door, nothing should block you from getting out of the apartment.

If you have a smoke alarm down, you will be charged a first-time fee of $50.00. I will check your work order history, if this a second time, it will be $100.00.

IT’S GAMETIME, LET’S PASS THIS INSPECTION!!!

01/29/2026

February 2026 Newsletter

Director’s Report
by Andiamo M. White

Well it’s that time again. Let’s get ready to decorate these doors for Valentine’s Day. Thr deadline for submitting your picture is Friday, February 13, 2026. Email your picture to [email protected], or call the office and let me know to come by your apartment and take a picture. First, second, and third place will win the following dollar amount, $100.00, $50.00 and $25.00.

It is “Tax Season”, for any resident that may have an outstanding charge, for example utilities or rent, this is the perfect time to get caught up on your account.

I have begun structuring the 5-year plan for 2026-2030. I will give out more details next month. If you have some ideas that you would like to see some capital improvements send me an email, [email protected].

As a reminder, the NSPIRE inspection is scheduled for February 17-18, 2026, beginning at 9 am. This inspection is important to the authority as well as the residents. In this newsletter you will get an understanding of what will be examined in your apartment. I will list the major deficiencies that can cause the scoring to decrease substantially. IT’S GAME TIME!!! Let’s pass these inspections.

The goals of NSPIRE are as follows:

· Improve Resident Health and Safety

· Strengthen Physical Standards

· Enhance Inspection Efficiency

· Promote Year-Round Maintenance

Consolidate the housing standards and inspection processes to ensure HUD-assisted properties are safe, habitable, and well-maintained for all residents

Text Box: Key Aspects of NSPIRE Standards

· Inspectable Areas: NSPIRE streamlines inspections into three distinct, easy-to-identify areas: Unit (tenant dwelling), Inside (common areas/building systems), and Outside (building site/exterior).

· Focus on Safety & Functionality: The standards prioritize critical items, including structural integrity, fire safety (e.g., fire-labeled doors), electrical safety (GFCI/AFCI), and habitability (e.g., proper HVAC, lighting).

Deficiency Levels: Defects are classified by severity: Life-Threatening, Severe, Moderate, and Low.

Top 20 NSPIRE Deficiencies and Inspection Fails

Unit and Life Safety (Highest Priority)

Look around your apartment, if you see any of the deficiencies below, please call the office immediately.

Smoke Alarms: Missing, inoperable, or expired. Do not remove the alarms, you will be charged up to $100 per alarm detached from the wall.

Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarms: Missing, inoperable, or missing from required locations.

Blocked Egress: Bedroom windows or exit doors blocked or unable to open. If there is a fire and you cannot escape because it is blocked that should tell you it should not be there. Remove it immediately.

Infestation: Evidence of cockroaches, mice, or bedbugs.

Mold-Like Substances: Visible mold on surfaces or signs of high moisture.

Electrical Hazards: Exposed wiring, open junction boxes, or missing covers, cracked or broken covers

GFCI Outlets: Missing or inoperable in wet areas (kitchen/bath).

Handrails/Guardrails: Loose, broken, or missing on stairs/balconies.

Windows - Cracked/Broken Glass: Damaged panes.

Windows - Locks: Non-functional locking mechanisms.

Windows - Operability: Windows that will not stay open.

Doors - Security: Exterior doors failing to latch or lock properly.

Plumbing - Leaks: Active leaks under sinks or around toilets.

Plumbing - Drainage: Slow or clogged drains.

HVAC - Functionality: Unit fails to provide adequate heat or cooling.

Structural - Walls/Ceilings: Large holes, water damage, or structural cracks.

Flooring - Trip Hazards: Torn carpet or uneven, broken tiles.

Lighting - Interior: Missing or broken fixtures in common areas or essential rooms.

Range Hood/Exhaust Fan: Inoperable fans in kitchen or bathroom.

Range - Burners/Cleanliness: Non-functional burners or extreme grease buildup.

01/27/2026

Due to the condition of the roads, the office will be closed Tuesday, January 27, 2026. You have an emergency, such as no heat, text the emergency number 618-638-2739

01/26/2026

Due to the condition of the roads, the office will be closed tomorrow. You have an emergency, such as no heat, text the emergency number 618-638-2739

01/12/2026

To all MCHA residents remember next week starting January 20, 2026, maintenance will begin our annual inspection of the units in preparation for the NSPIRE inspection coming in March 2026. We will begin at 9 am, all parts of the units will be inspected and filters changed.