Milwaukee’s search for a new leader at the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee has become more complicated after the board reopened its shortlist upon discovering some finalists were tied to litigation. The move adds pressure on an agency already under federal oversight and dealing with major financial and staffing challenges.
Board adds four finalists amid scrutiny
At a Jan. 30 meeting, commissioners voted to consider four finalists for the top job: Ralph Jordan, Harold Ince, Keon Jackson and Berdie Cowser. The move expanded a shortlist that had been narrowed to two candidates and came as board members and resident advocates pressed for deeper background checks while HACM continues to operate without several senior executives. According to…..