The Board of Commissioners of the Housing Authority of Cook County (HACC) announced the appointment of a new Executive Director, Danita Childers, who will lead the organization in its continued commitment to providing affordable and quality housing in suburban Cook County. As the new Executive Director, Childers will spearhead strategic initiatives to enhance the living conditions and strengthen the housing programs offered by the Housing Authority of Cook County. With an impressive background in housing management and extensive experience in community development, Childers brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to this role. Danita Childers boasts a diverse and extensive professional background, spanning across various organizations. Childers recently served as the Deputy Chief of Development Operations at the Chicago Housing Authority where she managed the financial aspects of the Development Division, overseeing a $65 million budget. Prior to her work at the CHA, Childers held the position of Deputy Commissioner within the Department of Planning & Development for the City of Chicago, where she effectively managed the north planning region. The Housing Authority of Cook County is the second largest public housing authority in Illinois. Established in 1946, the Housing Authority of Cook County is a municipal corporation whose jurisdiction spans 108 communities. HACC administers several rental assistance programs to meet the housing needs of those who need it most in Suburban Cook County. HACC’s conventional public housing program consists of over 2,100 owned units of low-income housing.