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About the Presidents Council

Definition:

The Presidents Council of PHA Highrises of Saint Paul is a jurisdiction-wide representative council of individual highrise Resident Councils dedicated to improving the quality of life and resident satisfaction through participation in self-help initiatives to enable residents to create a positive living environment through a working partnership with Saint Paul Public Housing Agency within the guidelines of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Mission Statement:

Through leadership, guidance, and empowerment, it is our mission to maintain and strengthen individual Residents Councils as well as to promote communication, cooperation, tolerance, community, teamwork, and understanding among residents, Residents Councils, Saint Paul Public Housing Agency and its Board of Commissioners, HUD, and others.
Vision Statement:
Our vision is a caring, inclusive, and parcipative community of residents empowered to have a voice in the quality of their lives.
Value Statement:
Our work will be guided and informed by our beliefs and commitments to:
Inclusiveness- we respect people, value diversity, and are committed to equality.
Participation- we value and recognize the importance and contribution of volunteers within the communities.
Quality- we strive for excellence through continuous improvement.
Openness- we are committed to a culture of teamwork and collaboration.
Training- we believe training and education result in empowerment.