La Shelle Dozier is dedicated to public service and has been a contributing member to underserved communities throughout the City and County of Sacramento. She was born in Mobile, Alabama but moved to Sacramento at a very young age. She left Sacramento to attend college at UC Berkeley and received her undergraduate degree in Industrial Psychology and later earned her MBA from the University of San Francisco. After working in the Bay Area for many years, Ms. Dozier returned to Sacramento to be close to her family, lifelong friends, and enjoy the affordability and comfort of “home.”

Ms. Dozier has worked for the Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency for the past 23 years and has served as the Executive Director since 2009. She is the longest tenured Executive Director for SHRA since the Joint Powers Agency was formed in 1981.

As Executive Director, Ms. Dozier oversees community development and revitalization strategies in the City and County of Sacramento, as well as the provision of housing for low-income residents using a wide variety of programs and financing mechanisms. She is responsible for the Agency’s function as the Housing Authority for the City and County of Sacramento, which administers federally funded rental assistance programs to provide safe, decent housing that serves more than 50,000 low-income individuals. Ms. Dozier is responsible for administering the Agency’s over $300 million budget with a workforce of over 300 employees.

Ms. Dozier’s board memberships include Executive Board Member, Vice President of the Council of Large Public Housing Authorities (CLPHA). She actively serves on the Nominating and Personnel Committee of CLPHA, and she is the Co-Chair of the 10 Year Roadmap for Public Housing Sustainability.

Ms. Dozier is engaged in her statewide and local housing/workforce development organizations. She is the Legislative Committee Chair of the Statewide California Association of Housing Authorities Board. In addition, she is a Board member of the Community Action Board of the local workforce investment agency. She is also the President and Board Member of Norwood Housing and Shasta Housing nonprofit housing entities. Ms. Dozier previously served on the San Francisco Federal Reserve Bank Community Action Council.

Ms. Dozier is a member of the Sacramento Chapter of the National Coalition of Black Women and the recipient of their Women of Excellence award. She has been honored by the California State Legislature as the Woman of the Year Award for Senate District 8 in recognition for her contributions to affordable housing. Under Ms. Dozier’s leadership, SHRA is a two-time recipient of the Sacramento Workplace Excellence Leader Award from the Sacramento Area Human Resources Association and the Leadership Award from Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento.

Comstock’s magazine has featured Ms. Dozier twice, in 2019 for her efforts to increase affordable housing and in 2016 for the magazine’s special focus on “Women in Leadership in the Capitol Region.” She has also been selected by the Sacramento Business Journal as the Most Admired CEO.

Ms. Dozier is the proud Mom to Kyle, Xavier, and Alexis. They are her greatest joy and pleasure. She spends her free time reading, baking and traveling.

James Shields joined SHRA in 2002 and serves as Deputy Executive Director.

His areas of responsibility include executive leadership as well as direct oversight of all agency management support functions for approximately 230 employees. He manages staff responsible for Human Resources, Information and Management Technology Services, Real Estate, Construction Services, Procurement, and Agency Clerk functions. He previously held the position of Director of Human Resources.

Mr. Shields is the President of the Sacramento Housing Authority Repositioning Program, Inc. (SHARP). He is the past President and continues to serve on the Executive Board of the California Housing Authority Workers Compensation Association (CHWCA), with oversight of more than $30 million in assets. He serves as a member of the board of the Local Agency Workers’ Compensation Excess JPA (LAWCX). He is also a member of the California Labor Relations Association and the Sacramento Human Resources Association.

Mr. Shields holds a B.S. in Economics from Worcester State College and an MBA from Marymount University. He holds a number of professional memberships which include the National Public Employer Labor Relations Associations and the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM).

“Changing Lives” starts with investing in our employees. We seek the most talented people we can find to be part of our team. We offer opportunities for growth and professional development so that our staff can provide the best service possible to our customers.”

Kecia Boulware is Deputy Executive Director Development for the Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency. She joined the Agency in November 2024.

Ms. Boulware is responsible for executive and strategic leadership for the Agency’s real estate development and affordable housing finance efforts.  The Development department provides financing and issues bonds for the construction and rehabilitation of affordable housing and community enhancement projects using CDBG funds in the City and County. Ms. Boulware is also responsible for guiding the rehabilitation of public housing properties using RAD and partner with private developers on preserving and creating new affordable housing.

Prior to joining SHRA, Ms. Boulware served as Regional Vice President at the Michaels Organization where she lead the firms’ development efforts for the $1 billion revitalization of the Jordan Downs public housing community with the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles. She has been active in the affordable housing development space for over 25 years, including the creation or rehabilitation of 1,900 units using the Low Income Housing Tax Credit.  Prior to developing housing, Ms. Boulware worked in commercial banking for JP Morgan Chase.

Ms. Boulware holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology, a Masters in Business Administration, and a Masters in Real Estate Development.

Ms. Boulware’s expertise qualifies her as a speaker and presenter on the topics of affordable housing development and finance, public-private partnerships, and public housing revitalization.

“An affordable, safe, and secure place to call home provides the foundation for both individual success and community building. It provides respite after a long day of work, a quiet place to study, a space to create art and dream.  A home is also a gathering place for family in friends to both celebrate and to support each other in time of need.  SHRA is strengthening Sacramento by helping to provide that foundation for over 50,000 people every day.”

Wilma Wilson is Deputy Executive Director – Property Management for SHRA. She began her tenure with the Agency in February 2025. She is responsible for the day-to-day operations: oversight and administration of the Public Housing Department and the Non-Profit Property Management (SHARP), as well as the Maintenance Department. She is charged with the successful execution of a $56 million annual operating budget. Further, she has the bottom-line responsibility for leading and managing all operational and administrative aspects of these departments and developing initiatives and strategies to continuously improve the efficiency of internal operations.

With over 30 years of experience in the affordable housing industry, Wilma brings a wealth of expertise from both the non-profit and for-profit sectors, working collaboratively with federal, state and local housing regulatory agencies.

Prior to joining SHRA, Wilma served as the Director of Compliance and Operations Support at MidPen Housing, one of the largest developers and management companies of affordable housing in Northern California. In this role, she developed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements of housing agencies, lenders and investors, and introduced/ implemented strategic initiatives to improve and strengthen efficiencies in property management operations.

Ms. Wilson currently serves on the Board of Directors of AHMA-NCH (Affordable Housing Management Association – Northern CA and Hawaii) as its First Vice President/Secretary-Treasurer.  Before this role, she served as the association’s Vice President of Legislative and Regulatory Affairs, engaging in advocacy work to fund, develop and preserve affordable housing.

Ms. Wilson holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences with a Double Major in Philosophy and Political Science, and a Minor in Journalism. Additionally, she holds professional certifications of Certified Occupancy Specialist, Tax Credit Specialist, and Fair Housing Specialist.

 “Decent, safe, sanitary housing is a human right for every individual.  As a career professional in affordable housing, being part of the SHRA Team – an organization that advances the mission of housing the most vulnerable in our society, develop and preserve affordable housing – is a privilege and an honor.  The affordable housing crisis that has plagued the country – – specifically in the state of California, where rents and home prices have become out of reach for the average person, highlights the critical need for affordable housing and the role of organizations like SHRA, to find solutions.  With solutions that create enduring impact, we help change lives!”

Brad Nakano is General Counsel for the Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency. He began his service with SHRA in November 2019. Mr. Nakano is responsible for developing and overseeing internal and external legal services to the Agency in areas involving public law, community development, housing and related activities. He will also serve as legal counsel on matters that come before the Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Commission.

Mr. Nakano’s past legal experience consists of both private practice and public sector. His practice has focused on representing lenders, institutional investors and developers in all types of real estate transactions such as real estate loan origination (construction loans, take-out loans, permanent loans), asset-based financing, inter-creditor agreements, leasing and subleasing transactions, real estate acquisitions and dispositions, corporate and limited liability formation (including private fund investments), and governance. Mr. Nakano also has significant public sector experience in the areas of public contracting, public records act laws and open meetings laws.

Mr. Nakano holds a B.S. from UCLA and J.D. from the University of San Diego School of Law. He was admitted to the State Bar of California, Member of the Bar of the Supreme Court of the United States.

Mr. Nakano is a qualified speaker and presenter on the topics of real estate finance, public housing authorities, and low income housing.

Angela Jones has served as the Public Information Officer for the Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency since 2003.

She is responsible for cross-Agency planning and implementation of internal and external communication strategies, media and public relations, marketing and brand identity, and social media information management. She also serves as the Agency’s Ombudsman.

Ms. Jones holds an MBA from the University of Phoenix and a B.A. in Communications Studies-Broadcast News, California State University Sacramento.

Ms. Jones is a speaker and presenter on the topics of media and public relations strategies, and crisis communications. She is a Model-Netics Associate of the Main Event Management Institute which applies concepts for improving productivity through more efficient and effective management. Ms. Jones is an award-winning journalist recognized by the National Radio and Television News Directors Association.

“SHRA is the thread woven among communities where quality of life needs are out of balance. We help strengthen those neighborhoods so that all Sacramento residents feel they are part of a whole community of great places to live, work and play.”

MaryLiz Paulson became Director, Housing Choice Vouchers and SERA for the Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency in 2022. She previously served in various positions in the Housing Choice Voucher and Public Housing Program since joining the Agency in 2002.

In her current position, Ms. Paulson oversees several programs that specifically serve persons in our community who are homeless or in need of housing with access to supportive services, such as the Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing or VASH program, and the Shelter Plus Care program. Most of the programs under Ms. Paulson’s oversight provide on-going rental subsidies to help households remain housed over time.

Ms. Paulson holds a Bachelor of Science in Applied Behavioral Science, specializing in Community Health and Social Services from UC Davis.  She is active in the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (NAHRO) and has obtained many certifications during her professional career.

“SHRA provides rental subsidies to more than 5500 landlords each month so that more than 13,000 families can afford housing.  Many of these families have moved from homelessness into housing and would be homeless without the assistance.  These are families in the community that, once housed, contribute to making our community what it is.  I remember a single mom I worked with years ago that worked full time and carefully scheduled her appointments so that no one, not even her children, would know that she received housing assistance.  She was successful in using the rental subsidy as a short-term bridge to self-sufficiency.”

Christine Weichert was appointed to Director – Housing in January 2021.

She has been with the Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency for over 25 years. Prior to her current position, she served as Assistant Director of Development Finance and is responsible for multifamily and single family housing finance, City and County Inclusionary Housing Ordinance implementation, affordable housing project financing and implementation, and portfolio management.

Ms. Weichert has served the Agency in previous capacities as Assistant Director of Housing and Community Development, Housing Finance Program Manager, CDBG Program Manager and Senior Redevelopment Planner.

Ms. Weichert holds a Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s degree in Public Policy.

Ms. Weichert is a speaker and presenter on topics such as Affordable Housing and Redevelopment Finance, Affordable Housing Regulatory Agreements and Property Management, and Financing Public-Private Partnerships.

“Having grown up in Sacramento, I am very familiar with the neighborhoods where SHRA is working to make improvements. It’s very gratifying to be a part of these efforts and to see the positive impacts that make my hometown a better place to live, work and play.”

Mark Hamilton is Director of RAD for Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency. He has been with the Agency since 2010.

Mr. Hamilton is responsible for Asset Repositioning for Public Housing and Non ACC Assets utilizing RAD and other programs. During his tenure with the Agency, he previously held the positions of HCV Housing Specialist, Public Housing Site Manager, HCV Housing Supervisor, Program Manager/Regional Manager Public Housing, and Project Manager for the Rental Assistance Demonstration Program.

Mr. Hamilton holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a minor in Creative Writing. His professional certifications include Housing Choice Voucher Specialist and Tax Credit Specialist.

Mr. Hamilton’s responsibilities, experience and expertise qualify him to speak and make presentations on topics such as Housing Choice Voucher Program management and operations, including the Administrative Plan, Shelter Plus Care (now Continuum of Care programs), Veteran Administration Supportive Housing (VASH), Public Housing program management and operations, including the Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy (ACOP), Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) Program, and Tax Credit Compliance.

“The famous author T.S. Eliot said it best when he said, ‘Home is where one starts from.’ SHRA is here to serve Sacramento, and its chief focus is providing affordable housing to those who need it.  In the words of L. Frank Baum, author of the Wizard of Oz, ‘There is no place like home.’  Ruby slippers were how Dorothy found her way home, and she had them from the beginning of her long, adventure-filled story.  SHRA has been operating in Sacramento for over 80 years (also a long, adventure-filled story), and while it isn’t often recognized for its value to the community—it’s here, tapping its numerous feet together, stretching and leveraging every dollar, to connect the people to their homes, their starting points.”

Michael Taylor has been with the Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency since 1999 and currently serves as Director of Construction Services. He previously held the position of Program Manager and Architect in the RECS Department.

Managing a team of construction and procurement professionals and support staff, Mr. Taylor is responsible for project management services from initial concept through all phases of design and construction, and also provides the services necessary to complete the sale of Agency-owned properties approved for disposition.

The Procurement Services team centralizes most Agency construction bidding activities into a single administrative unit and procures commercial and professional services, supplies and equipment for SHRA. Procurement Services is also responsible for monitoring procurement and labor activities for compliance with all applicable federal, state and local regulations. Additionally, the department ensures that the Agency provides effective outreach for Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises (M/WBE) and Small Business utilization, as well as enforcement of applicable labor standards required for federal- and state-funded projects. 

Mr. Taylor holds a Bachelors of Arts in Architecture from the University of California Berkeley. He is also professionally licensed as an architect. His responsibilities, expertise and experience qualify him to speak and make presentations on architecture and construction.

“The staff at SHRA works tirelessly to provide quality, affordable housing to people who may otherwise not have that opportunity. I am proud to be part of this great organization.”

Loren Gray is the Director of Information Technology for Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency. He began his service with SHRA in 2021 as a Program Manager in the IT Department.

In his current role, Mr. Gray is responsible for providing strategic vision and leadership for the Information Technology (IT) division, ensuring it aligns with the Agency’s mission and goals. As IT Director, he also leads initiatives to modernize and optimize IT infrastructure, driving efficiency and innovation across the Agency. Fostering a collaborative environment within IT and promoting teamwork to deliver exceptional service to all departments and staff are key responsibilities within Mr. Gray’s purview. As a member of the Executive Team, he works to champion a unified agency approach, leveraging technology to connect departments and enhance overall mission accomplishment.

Mr. Gray holds a Master of Science degree in Information Systems and a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from the University of Phoenix. He is also a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).

Mr. Gray’s life experiences as a Sacramento native and veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps motivate him to perform mission-driven work that provides for the community. His passion lies in creating positive change, ensuring that the community benefits from SHRA’s work.

Cecette Hawkins serves as Assistant Director – Property Management with the Sacramento Housing Authority. She has been with Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency since 2008, serving in the previous positions of Management Analyst, Interim Program Manager – Resident Services, and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) Program Project Manager.

Ms. Hawkins is responsibilities include Public Housing including Maintenance Operations, Asset Repositioning for Public Housing, and Non-ACC Assets utilizing local, State, and Federal programs. During her tenure with the Agency, she previously held the positions of Management Analyst, Interim Program Manager-Resident Services, and Project Manager for the Rental Assistance Demonstration Program.

Ms. Hawkins holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Real Estate Management Option from California State University, Hayward (East Bay), CA.  She has been a Real Estate Licensee since October 1998. Ms. Hawkins’ vast responsibilities, experience and expertise qualify her as a speaker and presenter on topics such as Public Housing program management and operations, including the PHA Plan which includes the Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy (ACOP), Resident Services, and Rental Assistance Demonstration Program.

“Having grown up in the Bronx (New York) around public housing, I’ve always wanted to work for a Housing Authority.  I really love working for an organization that not only provides housing but also builds communities.”

Cheyenne Caraway serves as Assistant Director with the Sacramento Public Housing Authority. She has been with Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency since 2007. Prior to becoming Assistant Director, Ms. Caraway held the positions of Housing Specialist, Principal Analyst, Housing Choice Voucher Housing Supervisor, and Program Manager in the Homeless Innovations Department

Ms. Caraway is responsible for developing and overseeing all areas of property management for Agency owned properties by providing management, direction, and leadership to direct reports and ensuring that properties are maintained and operated in accordance with the SHRA objectives, and HUD regulatory requirements.

Ms. Caraway holds a Bachelor of Science in Management from the University of Phoenix. She is a Certified Resident Manager (CRM), Certified Housing Occupancy Specialist, and Tax Credit Specialist.

Ms. Caraway’s expertise and experience qualify her as a presenter and speaker on the topics of Public Housing program management and operations, including the Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy (ACOP), Housing Choice Voucher Program management and operations, including the Administrative Plan, and Tax Credit Compliance.

“I feel housing is a basic need for all, and I am honored to get to work for an organization that provides this for so many in the community. I get to witness the joy firsthand of families being housed and the positive impacts made in the community.”

Victoria Johnson is Assistant Director of Development for the Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency. She has been with the Agency since 2018.

Ms. Johnson’s current projects include the redevelopment of the former Twin Rivers public housing community as Mirasol Village in the Sacramento River District, and oversight of the Agency’s non-profit affiliates.   Over the past 20 years, Ms. Johnson has led efforts to construct or renovate over 2,500 affordable housing units in Florida and California.  She has previously owned a M/WBE certified building company and is a passionate advocate for sustainable and equitable urban revitalization.

Ms. Johnson earned a master’s degree in urban planning from Florida Atlantic University and is a LEED Accredited Professional.

Ms. Johnson’s responsibilities, experience and expertise qualify her to speak and make presentations on topics such as sustainable development, redevelopment strategies and affordable housing finance.

“SHRA  is helping to build a better world, by leading efforts that create and sustain healthy neighborhoods and equitable housing choice throughout Sacramento County.”