Welcome to
SSA 77
SSA 77 Madison is a Special Service Area aimed at enhancing safety, promoting economic growth, and fostering a unique cultural identity that attracts more businesses to the area.
About the SSA
SSA 77 Madison is a Special Service Area (SSA) established in the Madison/Austin Corridor. Similar to SSA 72, this area utilizes funds from property owners' taxes to enhance the community through special services and projects. The management of SSA 77 Madison is entrusted to the Westside Health Authority. The primary objective of SSA 77 Madison is to enhance safety, promote economic growth, and foster a unique cultural identity that attracts more businesses to the area.
Our Leadership
Westside Health Authority is proud to have been selected as SSA 77’s service provider. As an organization WHA has a long standing history in the Austin community , one of service, empowerment, and development.
We are a team of experienced professionals passionate about inspiring and uplifting our community.
Morris Reed
CEO of WHA and SSA77
Justin Hill
SSA 77 Manager
Rosie Dawson
Director of Real Estate Development for WHA and Contract Manager for SSA 77
She insures that contractors are in compliance with stated contract terms and agreements and provides the necessary documentation to the Business and Program Development Director for SSA 77 reporting.
Community Meetings
Agenda for Oct 31st, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. (CST)
Legal Prep: Tentative agreement on hosting the West Garfield Park design competition and banner design timeline
Updates about budgets items including holiday decorations and the "Buy Local" event
Security
Status of 2026 Budget
Dates
- April 25, 2025
- May 30, 2025
- June 27, 2025
- July 25, 2025
- August 29, 2025
- September 26, 2025
- October 31, 2025
- November 28, 2025
- December 26, 2025
Past Events
Community Connections Meeting 2 at Three Crosses of Calvary Baptist Church
The Westside Health Authority partnered Three Crosses of Calvary to host Community Connections Meetings in Garfield Park.
Easter Egg Paint & Sip at POP Grove
The Westside Health Authority held hosted a Easter Egg Paint & Sip event at the Pop Grove.
Community Connections Meeting at Three Crosses of Calvary Baptist Church
The Good Neighbor Campaign collaborated with the Kindness Campaign to host the Austin Fresh Food Market. Austin residents gathered to the Pop Courts to collect free groceries for friends and family.
Mandela Day 2023
Mandela Day was held on the corner of Ohio and Cicero. A mural was dedicated to Mandela for his great works.
GNC Outreach at POP Grove
The Good Neighbor outreach team passed resources at the POP Grove and talked to residents about needs they have in the community.
Pop Grove Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Pop Gove is an outdoor event space located on Madison and Keeler.
