The Carroll County Housing Authority participated in a HUD teleconference on Wednesday, November 16, 2016, in recognition of the various energy efficient projects undertaken by the housing authority over the past five years.  The following projects were recognized as being energy efficient:

Mest Manor
Furnaces, Water Heaters, LED Public Area Lighting, and Washing Machines

Maple Lane
LED Community Room Lighting, Washing Machines, Attic Insulation, Furnaces, and Water Heaters

Carroll Apartments
Installation (in the Summer of 2017) of Tankless Water Heaters, and Furnaces

Carroll County Housing Authority (CCHA) was one of seven public housing authorities in the state of Illinois recognized as a leader in reducing utility costs.  This honor displays the commitment that CCHA employees and the CCHA Board of Directors have toward providing safe, reliable and energy efficient units for all residents.  Stay tuned for future newsletter articles detailing next year’s energy efficient upgrades for all CCHA residents, including the possibility of solar panels on the Mest Manor building roof!

All Mest Manor residents are cordially invited to join in on a wonderful Thanksgiving Day Celebration at Mest Manor graciously hosted and sponsored by Christie & Ritchie Atkins.

The morning will kickoff with the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade being televised in the Community Room, followed by a fun-filled afternoon to include; a traditional Thanksgiving Feast, NFL Football Games televised in the Community Room, and BINGO held in the Dining Room.

Menu: Turkey, Ham, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes, Dressing, Green Bean Casserole, Cranberries, Meat & Cheese Tray, Vegetable Tray, Deviled Eggs, Dinner Rolls, Assorted Pies, and Beverage

DATE: Thursday, November 24th

TIME:   9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Lunch will be Served at 1:00 p.m.)

LOCATION:   Mest Manor (Community Room & Dining Room)

Note: The Turkey & Ham will be provided by J. C. Carey Motors. There is a sign-up sheet in the Mest Manor Lobby for attendance of the lunch, as well as, a sign-up sheet to bring a food item to the Thanksgiving Celebration. If you have any questions, please contact Christie Atkins at (815) 590-3394. We hope to see you there!!