Grand Opening Celebration at Chalmers Courts East

AUSTIN, Texas, May 17, 2022 – The Housing Authority of the City of Austin (HACA) and Carleton Companies announce dual celebrations for Pathways at Chalmers Courts on Friday, May 20th, 9 a.m. at 1700 E. 3rd St., Austin, Texas 78702. The dual celebrations include a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly opened Pathways at Chalmers Courts East and groundbreaking for Pathways at Chalmers Courts West. Austin Mayor Steve Adler and Councilman Sabino “Pio” Renteria are among the dignitaries confirmed to speak at the event.    Pathways at Chalmers Courts East is the second phase of the redevelopment of Chalmers Courts. Pathways as Chalmers Courts West, the third and final phase and will complete the transformation in 2023. The modernized development features significant enhancements to the 1930s-era public housing that had been Chalmers Courts. Upgrades include central air conditioning, modern appliances, gigabit-speed Google Fiber service, a fitness center, a splash pad and a laundry facility. Residents will also have access to onsite workforce development and education programs, an improved space for the Boys & Girls Club, and on-site healthcare services. Once all three phases are completed, what began as 158 units of traditional public housing will become 398 units of brand new mixed-income affordable housing.    “HACA is transforming Chalmers into a complete, modern community,” said Michael Gerber, HACA CEO. “Thanks to the support of Mayor Adler and the City Council, we are building a holistic Chalmers community that our residents can be proud of- one that has beautiful new housing, educational support for children, healthcare facilities on-site, and so much more to come.”    “Austin needs more affordable housing and HACA is delivering,” said Austin Mayor Steve Adler. “HACA’s redevelopment work at Chalmers Courts is a remarkable transformation- adding nearly 250 more units than were here before. HACA is setting the bar high for building beautiful housing that enhances the east Austin community. I’m looking forward to the grand opening of even more units next year in the next remodel phase at Chalmers Court.”   “We’re delighted by the tremendous progress and positive impact the new construction is making in the community,” said Printice Gary, partner, principal and CEO of Carleton Companies. “Our goal in building across the street from residents’ current homes was to offer a smooth transition. Already, we’re seeing strong outcomes from our phased approach, including consistency for children’s schools and improved community connections.”