Resident Newsletter February 2026
Celebrating Black History Month:
Each February, the United States observes Black History Month to honor the achievements of African Americans throughout history. Learn more about the man who pushed so hard for this month of recognition, a coal miner turned Harvard-educated historian.
In 1875, Carter G. Woodson was born to two survivors of slavery in Virginia. As a teen, Woodson worked in the local coal mines to help support his family. When he was 20, he started high school, and two years later, he graduated and started teaching high school himself, later earning multiple college degrees, including a doctorate from Harvard.
Woodson wanted the contributions of the heroic Black men and women who helped shape the nation and its culture to be recognized and celebrated. In 1926, he created an event to promote Black history during the second week in February because it included the birthdays of abolitionist Frederick Douglass and President Abraham Lincoln.
Fifty years later, after decades of support, the event expanded to Black History Month, a national observance, as part of the country's bicentennial. For his efforts, Woodson has been called the father of Black history.
Important Meetings:
Board Meeting
The monthly Board Meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 17th, 2026, at the main office located at 125 Beltline Road at 6 pm.
Public meeting:
Annual/5-Year Plan Notice is hereby given that the Housing Authority of the City of Gaffney will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 4:00 PM at 125 Beltline Rd, Gaffney, SC 29341.
Please visit the Administrative Office at 125 Beltline Road to view the draft of the Plans, Admissions, and Continued Occupancy Policy and Tenant Lease. The purpose of the hearing will be to review the proposed Public Housing Authority Plan for Fiscal Year 2026 and Five-Year Plan for Fiscal Years 2025-2029. The referenced documents and supporting documents will be available for public review at the main office.
Important Information:
New Flat Rents will be implemented and take effect at each property's annual recertification.
1 Bedroom-636
2 Bedroom-722
3 Bedroom-908
4 Bedroom-1079
5 Bedroom-1241
Colonial Heights: December
Limestone Courts: March
Beltline Courts: June
Granard Courts: September
Excess Utilities
Effective January 1, 2026, when applicable, families will be charged for excess utility usage monthly instead of quarterly. These charges will remain due and payable with the rent on the first of the month after a fourteen-day billing notice.
RENT PAYMENTS ONLINE
Use this link for Beltline and Colonial Limestone, and Granard: www.rentpayment.com/ pay/login.html
If you have any questions, you may call your property manager for assistance.
Limestone Recertification Reminder
Attention, Residents: If you have not turned in all documents for your recertification appointment, please do so. Rent changes go into effect March 1st, 2026.
Rent Due
Attention, Residents: Rent is always due on the first day of every month. If not paid by 5 pm on the 7th, it is considered late, and a $25.00 late fee will be applied to your account
RESIDENT AGREES: To act in a cooperative manner with neighbors and Management staff, to refrain from and cause the Resident's household and guests to refrain from acting or speaking in an abusive or threatening manner toward neighbors and Management staff.
OCCUPANTS OF UNIT: The Resident hereby agrees that the above-described premises will be occupied exclusively as a private residence by the Resident and the Resident's immediate family as their
Only the place of residence, consisting of the following persons, is listed on the application.
Important Numbers
Central Office (864) 489-3193
Emergency Maint. (864) 489-3193
TTY# (864) 487-9460
Fire, Police, Ambulance 911
Beltline Courts (864) 489-3193
Colonial Heights (864) 488-1085
Limestone Courts (864) 489-1042
Granard Courts (864) 488-1179
Healthy Cheese Choices
A flavorful snack and ingredient, cheese is full of protein, calcium, and other vital nutrients. In moderation, these varieties can be "grate" for your health!
Mozzarella. This soft white cheese is a star of many Italian dishes. It's low in calories, and fresh mozzarella contains probiotics that boost gut health and immunity.
Swiss. One of the best cheeses to choose if you're watching your blood pressure, Swiss is very low in sodium.
Cheddar. When it comes to vitamin K content, cheddar is better! This semi-hard cheese, ranging in flavor from mild to extra-sharp, is a valuable source of this vitamin, which is essential for bone and heart health.
Blue cheese. Bold and tangy blue cheese is one of the cheeses highest in calcium, about a third of the daily recommended amount. It's higher in fat and sodium, but because of its robust flavor, a little goes a long way.
Feta. Made from sheep's or goat's milk, this soft Greek cheese is a good source of calcium and phosphorus, promoting strong bones and teeth.
Cottage cheese. This fresh, creamy cheese is low in calories yet high in protein, helping you stay full. Cottage cheese is also a great source of vitamin B12, a key element of healthy brain function.
Parmesan. Just a sprinkle of Parmesan is loaded with nutrients-a 1-ounce serving packs about 10 grams of protein and 25% of the daily needed amount of calcium. It contains little lactose, making it an option for people with lactose intolerance.
Gaffney Housing Authority Board Members
The Gaffney Housing Authority Board Members are as follows:
Sharon Cauthen, Chairperson
Shannon Redish, Vice Chairperson
Helen Cunningham, Commissioner
Kathy Littlejohn, Commissioner
Destiny Wilson, Commissioner
Gaffney Housing Authority Staff
Tiffany Askew, Executive Director
Adrian Jones, Director of Maintenance
Brooke Coleman, Director of Administration
Yolanda Edwards, Housing Coordinator
Dee Meadows, Administrative Office Manager
Rhonda Palmer, Property Manager-Beltline/Limestone
Jerome Wright, Property Manager- Granard/Colonial
Troy Kennedy, Maintenance Supervisor
Jimmy Littlejohn, Maintenance Technician
Anthony Valentine, Maintenance Technician
Thomas Tillman, Groundskeeper
GAFFNEY HOUSING AUTHORITY AFTER-HOURS MAINTENANCE PROTOCOL
Routine Maintenance requests between the hours of 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM should be made by calling the main office at (864) 489-3193.
After-hours calls are Monday through Thursday, beginning at 5:00 PM and ending at 7:00 AM. Weekends begin at 5:00 PM on Thursdays and end on Mondays at 7:00 AM.
After-Hours Maintenance is for emergencies only. There will be a $25.00 charge for all Nuisance calls.
Emergencies:
The apartment is flooding (busted water pipes, busted water heater, broken supply lines, etc.).
• No heat
• Resident smells natural gas.
• Refrigerator goes completely out.
• Stopped-up commode
• Air conditioner not working (All calls for AC after 8:00 PM will be addressed the following day.)
Lockouts:
• Lockout requests must come from an adult household member. Any requests after 8:00 PM will be taken care of the following day.
Gaffney Housing Authority Holiday Schedule
This is a listing of our scheduled holiday office closing dates for 2026:
New Year's Day -- Thursday, January 1, 2026
Martin Luther King Jr. Day -- Monday, January 19, 2026
Presidents' Day -- Monday, February 16, 2026
Easter Monday -- Monday, April 6, 2026
Memorial Day -- Monday, May 25, 2026
Juneteenth -- Thursday, June 18, 2026
Independence Day -- Monday, July 6, 2026
Labor Day -- Monday, September 7, 2026
Columbus Day -- Monday, October 12, 2026
Thanksgiving -- Wednesday and Thursday, November 25th & 26th, 2026
Christmas -- Monday-Thursday, December 21st- December 24th, 2026
