Few issues or concerns are likely to dominate political and social discourse for the next decade to the degree that affordable housing will. With homelessness high, a lack of accomodations, and a shortage of appropriate housing for seniors, housing is now a hot button issue not just for social development experts, but also for economic development professionals and government officials at local, regional, state and federal levels - not to mention the private builder. Whether discussing housing for the unemployed, under-employed, the workforce, or elderly retired, the dialogue is becoming more intense and solutions to the problems more elusive. Cooperation and creativity will be essential if we are to avoid a regional housing crisis. Those who clearly understand the interconnected issues and who most effectively balance competing needs of different community segments will achieve the quality of life goals we hold dear. Here at the KHA, we expect to lead the way. For over 50 years we have set standards, served the community and built for the future. We are consistently named among the best in public housing management. Additionally, we are now the first choice of private sector developers and property owners looking for competent managers and administrators. With cooperation and creativity as our guiding principles, we look to the next 50 years. Steven A. Fischer