In November 2022, RHA entered into a contract with the La Plata Economic Development Alliance (LPEDA) for administrative support and services. The two organizations are aligned on the need to create, encourage, and preserve housing solutions in La Plata County. Below are the LPEDA staff people who run the day-to-day operations of the RHA
Sarah Tober
Director of Housing Strategy
Sarah Tober has built a career in entrepreneurship, communications, and advocacy in a wide array of industries, including small business, sustainable building, community development, and environmental stewardship. Achieving an MBA at the University of Texas accelerated Tober’s growth as a leader and solidified her prowess to make systemic changes in equity, equality, and resource access.
Tober’s work has centered around building community resilience, and she is currently addressing the housing crisis in La Plata County and SW Colorado. Additionally, Tober is helping the Durango Dark Sky effort as a mentor through the International DarkSky Association (IDA) Colorado and Colorado Tourism Office, working with Visit Durango and the City of Durango to achieve IDA certification.