Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency
Kim Y. Jefferson is an experienced legal professional who currently serves as an Assistant General Counsel at Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency. With a background in various legal roles, including as an Attorney at their own law office and as an Administrator/Assistant Commissioner at the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Jefferson brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to their current position. Their educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Political Science and Government from Tennessee State University and a Doctor of Law (JD) from the University of Arkansas School of Law.
Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency
The mission of Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency is to create affordable housing opportunities, support neighborhoods, strengthen communities and help build a greater Nashville. MDHA houses more than 13,000 families primarily through public housing and Section 8. It also manages federally-funded community development and homeless assistance programs on behalf of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville. To foster urban growth, MDHA oversees 12 redevelopment districts that guide development through design and land-use zoning controls.