Geneva Tower Fire Recovery Update
Updated: 2-23-22
Affordable Housing Network, Inc. (AHNI) is working closely with a variety of contractors on the restoration of Geneva Tower following Sunday’s fire. The foremost responsibility and priority of AHNI is the safety of the residents and community.
AHNI’s goal is to get residents back into their units as soon as it is safe to do so. AHNI has contacted all residents and will work with each resident individually to discuss their return to Geneva Tower.
At this time there are no move-in dates. Move-in will take place in phases as there is more damage to some floors than others. Phase 1 will be to move in residents from the lower floors. AHNI continues to work on ensuring the safety and clean-up of those apartments and public spaces. Phase 2 will be to re-house residents from the higher floors. Phase 3 involves Floor 9 which had the highest impact and will require the most work.
A temporary shelter has been opened through the American Red Cross at the Veteran’s Memorial Coliseum for residents that have been displaced by the fire. The Red Cross is coordinating supportive services to maintain resident care and case management while in the shelter. The Salvation Army has committed to coordinating three meals a day to those staying in the shelter.
A collaborative community services group is meeting daily to ensure all agencies are coordinated and working in concert to ensure the resident’s needs continue to be addressed. AHNI is incredibly grateful for the continued support and assistance from our community partners.