HOUSTON, Texas – The now-former Houston Housing Authority CEO, David Northern, who left his job after a KPRC 2 investigation uncovered questionable contract dealings, has landed himself a new job.
Northern has been named the CEO of the Flint Housing Commission in Michigan.
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“I am honored to step into the role of CEO of the Flint Housing Commission and am deeply aware of the responsibility that comes with this position. The challenges ahead are significant, but I am committed to working tirelessly with the board and FHC staff to ensure transparency as well as safe, quality and affordable housing for the residents of Flint,” Northern said, in part
Northern served just over two years in Houston before resigning amid a board investigation into controversial contracts and financial practices.
KPRC 2 Investigative reporter Amy Davis spent months exposing HHA for a series of questionable contracts and projects. Following our investigation, Northern resigned in November, along with his assistant and Senior Policy Advisor Na’Shon Edwards. Both received generous settlements to leave.
Amy also uncovered some stunning discoveries into how the Houston Housing Authority was spending money last year, all while saying their funds to provide rent relief to those who need it most had dried up.
Mayor John Whitmire replaced almost every HHA board member when he took office, appointing Jody Proler as the new HHA Chairman.
The Houston Housing Authority is expected to announce a new president this Thursday.
