About Us
About the Department of Community Development
Mission Statement
The Department of Community Development is dedicated to its effort in meeting the needs of citizenry and organization throughout the city. The implementation of successful programs that enhance the community is of priority one. Housing initiatives, homeownership opportunities, and a strong network of supportive public services are the foundation on which a stronger Gary will be built.
“To build an economically viable community by supporting initiatives which foster decent housing and provide clean, safe, and stable neighborhoods for all citizens.”
Management Staff
Arlene D. Colvin – Director
acolvin@gary.gov
Nikole Rumph – Deputy Director
nrumph@gary.gov
Adrian Yates – Fiscal Manager
ayates@gary.gov
Patricia Allen – Fiscal Specialist
pallen@gary.gov
Jacqueline Lynon – Fiscal Specialist
jlynon@gary.gov
Wanda J. Pettigrew – Special Programs Manager
wpettigrew@gary.gov
Johnnie Ragland – Housing Specialist/HUD Certified Counselor
jragland@gary.gov
Lakia Manley – Housing Manager
lvmanley@gary.gov
Sherlene Shaifer – Housing Specialist
sshaifer@gary.gov
Thalia Moore- Housing Specialist
tmoore@gary.gov
Evelyn Aponte – Compliance Manager
eaponte@gary.gov
Felicia Jones – Senior Compliance Specialist
fjones@gary.gov
Judith Samson – NSP Programs / HUD Certified Counselor
jsamson@gary.gov
