CMHA History

Established in 1987, the Carbondale Housing Authority created Crystal Meadows in Carbondale, Colorado, to address the pressing need for affordable housing in the region. Initially founded as a response to the housing crisis, it has since evolved into a vital institution dedicated to providing sustainable, community-centric housing solutions. Over the years, it has adapted to changing demographics and economic landscapes, remaining a beacon of support for residents.

Founders

Dorothy Marshall

John Nieslanik

1989

Carbondale Housing Authority (CHA)

  • Phase 1

  • 1250 Hendrick Drive

  • Buildings A & B

  • Commons 1

  • USDA funded

1997

Carbondale Senior Housing Corporation

  • Phase 2

  • 1230 Hendrick Drive

  • Buildings C, D, E & F

  • Commons 2

  • HUD funded

1998

Carbondale Senior Housing Corporation

  • Phase 3

  • 1210 Hendrick Drive

  • Buildings G, H, I & J

  • Commons 3

  • HUD funded

2002

Carbondale Senior Housing Corporation

  • Phase 4

  • 1240 Hendrick Drive

  • Buildings K, L, M & N

  • Commons 4

2009

Carbondale Senior Housing Corporation

  • Phase 5

  • 1250 1/2 Hendrick Drive

  • Buildings O, P Q, R & S

  • Commons 5

  • HUD funded

Board Of Directors

Ian Bays

Brad Zeigel

Tom Smith

Leslie Lamont

Maureen Rothman

Karyn Spiropoulos

Alyce Perry

Ramona Griffith

Officers:

Chair Persons:

Housing Authority – Ian Bays

CSH Corporation – Leslie Lamont

Phase I – Ramona Griffith

Phase I – Leslie Lamont

Phase I – Maureen Rothman

Phase V – Brad Zeigel

Vice Chair Person:

CSH Corporation – Ian Bays

CHA – Leslie Lamont

Secretary – Karyn Spiropoulos

Treasurer – Maureen Rothman

Executive Director:

Diana Baetz