My name is James a disabled honorably discharged Vietnam veteran concerning a serious matter of great embarrassment, and irreparable harm as it relates to discrimination, and being denied the right move from my current residence located at 503A South 18th St. Temple, TX. 76501 which could lead to potential displacement by no fault of my own. This denial without question is because I am an African-American male who sought redress last year for the landlord's refusal to make reasonable repairs pursuant to the provisions of the lease and after filing my formal complaint to the OAG it was then, and only then resolved.
Without question my formal complaint has led to continued intimidation by the company's office manager Tasha Valerio who enjoys staring me down grudgingly in order to provoke a response from me. Those named in my complaint are as follows; Tasha Valerio/Office mgr. Pat, and David Patterson/Owners, Hannah Blair/Account specialist/, and Hayley Cooper/Account Specialist, and Elizabeth (last name unknown) /front desk. Leon Valley Realty Mgmt. is located at 3411 5th St. Temple, TX. 76502. Phone number is (254)771-2228.
The behaviors that I will cite are clearly intentional, and with malice. They are exercised deliberately, and willfully with the intent of causing me harm by displacement. The only two that I will give the benefit of the doubt as named parties are Hannah, and Hayla because they are fairly new to the company and were used as collateral damage to engage in unfair housing practices at the direction of Tasha Valerio who loves to make it known that, "I am the office manager." The owners should be precluded from applying for future building permits until this discriminatory is resolved. I am not the only person affected by this disparate treatment as can be reviewed on Yelp.com. My complaint will serve those who like me have been discriminated against, and denied suitable housing based on race as opposed to established requirements. The following events will substantiate my claims, and the only inference that can be drawn is that the acts committed are horrific, inhumane, and should not be tolerated in a civilized society.
1.On or about February 4, 2020 at approximately 10:25 a.m. I arrived at the Leon valley office with my fiancée to obtain keys to view the property located at 404(B) E. Zenith ave. Temple, TX. I was told by Elizabeth that the property was still occupied, and would not be available for move in or inspection until Mid March, but it was listed on the agencies website as available. Prior to my departure Elizabeth told me that before I could move into another property I would have to submit to a pre-inspection. After departing with disappointment I came home and began my research. My findings revealed that in the State of Texas a pre-inspection is NOT warranted for tenants who are not receiving any type of housing assistance so that turned out to be a full blown lie. This lie was orchestrated by Tasha Valerio, and Elizabeth carried it out. It was just the beginning of the denial process that was being delivered, and I received the message loud and clear.
2. On or about February 6, 2020 after giving this matter a cooling off period, at approximately 8:05 a.m. I drafted a letter to Hannah Blair attempting to make arrangements to have rent prorated at my current residence, as well as the resident that was occupied until Mid March. I received a call from Hannah at 8:39 a.m. informing me that the same property was now occupied. My suspicions were now being confirmed that Tasha Valerio were behind these lies, and instructing other employees to carry them out.
3. During this call Hannah notified me of another property located at 419(B) East Zenith was available. I stated to her that I would view the website and call her back in a few hours due to another commitment that I needed to attend to. At approximately 12:35 a.m. I spoke with Hanna again and told her I would be coming in around 1:30 p.m. to make a deposit on the residence, I arrived at approximately 1:31 p.m. only to be approached by Tasha Valerio. She asked me was I Mr. Hill when she knew full well who I was. She then stated that the unit was no longer available. Her exact words follow; " I just literally received the deposit by phone, and first come first serve." She gave me that look of selfish satisfaction, and asked me if I wanted my documents consisting of earning statements, and prorated arrangement letter to Hannah. I took custody of the documents and departed quietly. I am confident that she was waiting for a response so that she would have something to report to make me look bad.
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