Meadow Wood Townhomes is a six building complex, with a total of 32 Townhome units.  The Townhome units consist of two, three and four bedroom floor plans ranging from 1,036 square feet to 1,597 square feet.  Each unit has private front and back entrances with an attached single stall garage, along with a range, refrigerator, microwave with hood, dishwasher, central air conditioning, and washer and dryer hookups. 

Jody Zueger, Executive Director of Aberdeen Housing Authority was given the Friend of Housing award during South Dakota Housing Development Authority's 20th annual housing conference in Pierre.

The Friend of Housing Award was started 10 years ago to recognize individuals and/or companies who are instrumental in providing affordable housing in South Dakota.

Zueger was awarded for her dedication and contribution to affordable housing in the Aberdeen area.  She has more than 13 years experience in managing, maintaining and developing quality affordable housing.  She has been active on Aberdeen's affordable housing task force, is chairwoman of the board of directors of Homes Are Possible Inc., serves on the Northeast South Dakota Community Action Program board of directors and has worked with projects with Presentation Sisters.

The Aberdeen Area Housing Authority has received a $25,000 grant from South Dakota Housing Authority for a Security Deposit Assistance Program. This program offers income-eligible individuals and families assistance up to $300.00 to help cover the costs of the Security Deposit.  Applications for this program may be picked up at the Aberdeen Housing Authority Office.