MetroRock Housing Connection

05/19/2026

“The need for affordable and supportive housing has never been greater. Far too many individuals and families are spending an unsustainable portion of their income on housing or facing housing instability altogether. Welling’s Way is a critical investment in expanding access to quality, affordable homes that provide not only stability, but the supportive environment people need to succeed and thrive. This project represents a meaningful step forward in addressing both housing affordability and long-term community health.”
— Amy Clark, MetroRock Housing Connection

04/07/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
4/7/26
CONTACT: Amy Clark, President and CEO, MetroRock, [email protected]

MetroRock Housing Connection Working On Acquisition Of Former Hoffman School

EAST MOLINE – MetroRock Housing Connection is working collaboratively with the East Moline School District 37 to acquire the former Hoffman school building in East Moline for housing development.
“Right now we are in the early pre-development phase,” said Amy Clark, President and CEO of MetroRock. “Our goal is to explore an adaptive reuse of the building that preserves its historic character while bringing it back into productive use for the community.
“As part of that effort, we are evaluating eligibility for both federal and state historic tax credits, along with other potential funding sources that could support redevelopment aimed at expanding the supply of safe, affordable housing and closing critical housing gaps in the community,” Clark added.
“We see this as an opportunity to reinvest in an important community asset, and MetroRock Housing Connection, with support from the City of East Moline, are committed to a thoughtful process that balances preservation, financial feasibility, and community benefit,” Clark said. “As the project progresses and more details are finalized, we look forward to sharing updates.”
MetroRock offers income eligible households affordable, safe and friendly apartment living at several housing developments throughout Rock Island County. MetroRock serves the Quad Cities by recognizing and addressing the unmet needs of our families and most vulnerable citizens. We provide flexible financing tools to rehabilitate and preserve existing, aging housing stock; deconcentrate units in areas of high poverty; create new housing units and expand our agency footprint to include underserved rural markets.
For more information, see www.gmaharic.org.

12/09/2025

Celebrating Two Towers Grand Re-Opening @ Warren Tower.

11/18/2025

Partners, Colleagues and Friends.

The Board of Commissioners and the team at MetroRock Housing Connection (formerly GMAHA) cordially invites you to help celebrate the GRAND RE-OPENING of Warren & Streed Tower. As part of the larger Rental Assistance Demonstration Project (RAD) named Two Towers, the Warren and Streed properties have been transformed through comprehensive renovations that modernize the buildings, enhance accessibility, and provide high-quality, affordable homes for our residents which will be preserved for decades to come. We look forward to celebrating this milestone with you.

Please note the invitation contains two dates, one for the Warren Open House and one for the Streed Open House. Feel free to drop by one or both depending on your schedule. To confirm attendance please RSVP to: [email protected]

This project was made possible with financing from Housing and Urban Development, Illinois Housing Development Authority, National Equity Fund, and the Bank of New York Mellon.

Thank you to all our development team partners: 1919 Architects, Bush Construction, Baker Tilly, Bush, Motto, Creen, Koury & Halligan, P.L.C., Applegate & Thorne-Thomsen and the Cities of East Moline and Silvis.

11/13/2025

A New Name. A Renewed Vision. A Stronger Connection.

Change is in the air and it’s rooted in growth, purpose, and connection.
For years, we’ve been proud to serve our region by providing safe, quality, and affordable housing. But as our communities evolve, so does our mission. We’re expanding our reach to create more housing opportunities, strengthen partnerships, and meet the growing demand for homes that families can truly afford.
To reflect this bold step forward, we’re embracing a new identity: one that captures our vision for the future and the spirit of connection that drives us.
Introducing MetroRock Housing Connection.
Formerly known as the Greater Metropolitan Housing Authority of Rock Island County, our new name represents strength, inclusivity, and a renewed commitment to building vibrant communities across the region.
MetroRock symbolizes the solid foundation we've spent decades building and emphasizes the connections we continue to cultivate.
Our name may be changing, but our focus remains clear: to bridge the affordability gap, develop and finance quality homes, and expand access to affordable housing opportunities for all.
As we move forward, you’ll see this new energy reflected in every part of our work, from the communities we serve to the partnerships we create.
Together, we’re building more than housing.
We’re building connection, opportunity, and lasting impact.
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07/10/2025

Invitation to Bid: Seeking proposals of qualifications from general contractors and / or construction management firms.

06/12/2025