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(COLUMBIA, MO) ~ Columbia, MO - The City of Columbia has recently announced the appointment of Jake Amelunke as the new Housing Programs manager for the Housing and Neighborhood Services department. Amelunke officially began his role on March 31, bringing with him a wealth of experience and expertise in the field.
According to Rebecca Thompson, director of Housing and Neighborhood Services, Amelunke's extensive background in Housing and Urban Development programs and his involvement with the Columbia Community Land Trust make him a valuable addition to the team. His strong relationships with community nonprofits and his previous work in project management and construction further solidify his qualifications for this position.
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Amelunke has been a part of the City's Housing Programs division since 2015, serving as both a housing programs specialist and housing development coordinator. Prior to joining the City, he worked in the construction industry, gaining hands-on experience in development and construction processes.
With a bachelor's degree in business management and HR management from Columbia College, Amelunke is well-equipped to take on his new role as Housing Programs manager. He expressed excitement for this opportunity, stating that he plans to collaborate with local nonprofits and review existing affordable housing programs within the City to address housing needs.
The Housing Programs division is responsible for creating citywide plans and goals for utilizing federal and local resources to meet affordable housing and community development needs. With Amelunke at its helm, it is expected that this department will continue to make significant strides towards achieving these goals.
According to Rebecca Thompson, director of Housing and Neighborhood Services, Amelunke's extensive background in Housing and Urban Development programs and his involvement with the Columbia Community Land Trust make him a valuable addition to the team. His strong relationships with community nonprofits and his previous work in project management and construction further solidify his qualifications for this position.
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Amelunke has been a part of the City's Housing Programs division since 2015, serving as both a housing programs specialist and housing development coordinator. Prior to joining the City, he worked in the construction industry, gaining hands-on experience in development and construction processes.
With a bachelor's degree in business management and HR management from Columbia College, Amelunke is well-equipped to take on his new role as Housing Programs manager. He expressed excitement for this opportunity, stating that he plans to collaborate with local nonprofits and review existing affordable housing programs within the City to address housing needs.
The Housing Programs division is responsible for creating citywide plans and goals for utilizing federal and local resources to meet affordable housing and community development needs. With Amelunke at its helm, it is expected that this department will continue to make significant strides towards achieving these goals.
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