Philadelphia Housing Authority To Lay Off Nearly 300 Employees In 2026

CBS Philadelphia

November 20, 2025

The Philadelphia Housing Authority is laying off about 300 employees from its 1,400-person workforce starting in January.

PHA president and CEO Kelvin A. Jeremiah said the move will save $28 million annually, and that it will be redirected to help residents still looking for stable housing.

"Like many other organizations, PHA is implementing a right-sizing exercise to address its current operating cost model, which is out of line with industry standards," Jeremiah said in a statement. "In doing so, PHA must reduce operating expenses to ensure PHA remains well positioned to serve the residents, maintain and preserve its current housing stock while also expanding housing opportunities for Philadelphians most vulnerable."

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