A. Dawn Perez Bonsu

The board discussed the Public Housing Assessment Score, achieving high performer status on the HUD report. The board passed a resolution to submit a Section 18 Disposition Application to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for scattered site units and approved the sale of the Foothill Court property to Foothill Terrace, LP. The board also convened for a closed session.

The Board of Commissioners discussed several operational and developmental items. Key discussion points included the approval of the PHA Annual Plan and various administrative plans, authorization of match contributions for the Abbie Street and Park Street Cottages projects, and the establishment of pre-qualified pools for architectural, engineering, maintenance, HVAC, trash removal, plumbing, cleaning, and flooring services. Additionally, the meeting covered an amendment to the property management budget to add a position, the extension of an intergovernmental services agreement, and a closed session regarding pending litigation. Reports were provided on agency operations, development activities, information technology projects, and human resources updates.

The board meeting included a public comment session where a tenant raised concerns regarding property maintenance, security, and accessibility issues. Key discussion items included the achievement of a 100% score on the HUD SEMAP report, a summary of the NAHRO conference in Washington D.C., and the review of organizational sponsorships. The board also conducted a closed session, reporting no action taken upon conclusion.

This Annual Plan outlines the Stanislaus Regional Housing Authority's policies, rules, and requirements, and details its mission, goals, and objectives for serving low-, very low-, and extremely low-income families. The plan prioritizes continuing the Lease to Purchase Homeownership Program, optimizing resources for program efficiency, and increasing the inventory of affordable rental housing through additional vouchers, development, and local partnerships. It also aims to expand assisted housing choices by maintaining a 2-tiered Payment Standard and enhancing landlord outreach.

The meeting included approval of the agenda as presented. Key action items involved resolutions concerning Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds to finance the acquisition and rehabilitation of Riverbank Commons and other capital improvements, which required authorizing several related documents such as a Trust Indenture and Bond Purchase Agreement. Additionally, the Board passed a resolution to establish a Policy for continuing disclosure compliance related to Bond Issuance. A third resolution approved a Loan between the Authority and Great Valley Housing Development Corporation (GVHDC). The meeting included a closed session for deliberation.