Michael Moran serves as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the Chicago Housing Authority. Since joining CHA in 2012, he has overseen a department that has received both the Distinguished Presentation Award and the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for 25 consecutive years. He previously served as Deputy CFO and Director of Budgeting.
Karen Vaughan serves as CHA’s Deputy Chief for Communications and Marketing. With more than 20 years of experience in various City of Chicago and Cook County government agencies, she leads CHA’s Communications team, including graphics, digital, videography/photography and media relations staff. Since joining CHA in 2021, Ms. Vaughan has created new channels that effectively communicate with stakeholders, including residents, government leaders and media. She also leads the agency-wide Customer Service Experience initiative.
Our Commitment to CHA Youth: Building a Brighter Future
At Springboard to Success, we’re dedicated to empowering the youth of Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) households by providing the tools and opportunities they need to achieve academic excellence, economic security, and long-term independence. We believe that every young person deserves the chance to thrive, which is why we’re focused on creating strong, supportive communities that foster growth and self-sufficiency.
Each year CHA prepares several reports containing financial information for the agency, including the Comprehensive Annual Budget and Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR).
CHA’s Quarterly Reports and Demographics/Data include information on CHA operations and strategic initiatives, including its housing portfolio and residents.
To request access to Chicago Housing Authority records under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), you can email your request to foiarequest@thecha.org or mailed to:
FOIA Officer Chicago Housing Authority 60 East Van Buren St., 12th Floor Chicago, IL 60605
