Housing Authority unveils new headquarters

A state-of-the-art administration building has been unveiled by the Freeport Housing Authority at its 100 N. Main Street property, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to revitalize the area. The former administration building, previously situated at the Moxey Rigby site, met its demise during the devastating Hurricane Sandy in 2012.

Dedicated to prioritizing the welfare of its residents, the Freeport Housing Authority embarked on the construction of the Moxey Rigby Apartments, a hurricane-resilient, state-of-the-art apartment complex, as its foremost endeavor. This visionary project came to fruition after years of meticulous planning, collaboration with federal and local officials, and unwavering determination. In December 2019, residents of Moxey Rigby began occupying the facility, thanks in part to funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

The Freeport Housing Authority’s commitment to enhancing its properties extended beyond the Moxey Rigby Apartments. Utilizing FEMA funds, mechanical systems, including boilers and pumps, across all S. Main St. properties were upgraded. Additionally, FEMA funds were allocated to the replacement and installation of new windows at the Rev. Malette Senior Apartment Building on 100 N. Main St.

The newly inaugurated Moxey Rigby State of the Art Hurricane Resilience Facility, an $80 million dollar project, now offers contemporary homes to residents affected by Hurricane Sandy at no additional cost, and without burdening Freeport Village taxpayers. The facility is designed to ensure uninterrupted operations during future emergency weather events.

The recently completed Freeport Housing Authority Administration Building, serving over 2500 residents, provides a professional office space where residents can address their concerns, replacing the previous reliance on a community center.

The achievement of this monumental project is the result of the dedication and collaborative efforts of many individuals committed to improving the lives of Freeport residents. Leading the charge were Freeport Housing Authority Executive Director John Hrvatin, Freeport Chairman of FHA Phillip Mataragas, Former Chairman Dr. Joseph Catano, and Freeport Mayor Robert Kennedy.