Brad Henson

The meeting agenda includes approval of the special session agenda, bond inducements for 319-B Biltmore Apartments and The Residences at River Ford, a report from the COO covering the 2026 budget review, transition plan, and appointment of a Finance Officer. Also on the agenda is the 2026 Admin Plan Update regarding preferences and a review of the HACA / PEAK MOU.

The Housing Authority of the City of Asheville's 2023 Moving to Work (MTW) Local Non-Traditional Activities include a Sponsor-Based Rental Subsidy Program (MTW Activity 2023-3) and a Housing Development Program (MTW Activity 2023-4). The rental subsidy program provides assistance to third-party entities for individuals and families experiencing homelessness, focusing on supportive housing and racial equity. The housing development program uses HAP funding to acquire, renovate, and build affordable units, including the redevelopment of Deaverview and Pisgah View Apartments and new construction on Gaston Street. Both initiatives aim to serve low-income families and are subject to a 10% annual HAP budget cap.

The meeting addressed several key areas including the acknowledgement of FSS graduates, executive and financial reports, and new business focusing on resolutions. These resolutions included approving the President and CEO as the Public Hearing Officer for HACA, approving the Replacement Reserve Budget for projects due, approving corrections to the Closeout and End of Year financial statements for 2023, and approving the Fleet Vehicle Agreement with Enterprise Fleet Management. Additionally, the Executive Progress Report covered topics such as maintenance job descriptions, accounting positions, community relations, public safety, and internal process improvement.

The resolutions include the appointment of the HACA CEO as Secretary and Hearing Officer, approval of the financing team and certain findings for Rocky River Apartments, and approval of the issuance and sale of a revenue note for Rocky River Apartments. Additional resolutions covered community paramedic outreach, property for early education and childcare, ratification of an additional van purchase and lease vehicle, an agreement for HQS inspections, and approval for an I26 Easement.

The agenda includes opening public hearings for the 2026 Annual Plan and MTW Supplement, followed by a motion to approve and submit these documents to HUD. The consent agenda covers approval of the current agenda, the 2026 Maintenance Charges, PTO Buyback for 2025, the 2026 Board of Commissioner Meeting Schedule, and several resolutions including the appointment of the CEO as Secretary and Hearing Officer, findings regarding Rocky River Apartments, and approval of note issuance and sale for Rocky River Apartments. The meeting will also feature remarks from the President & CEO, the introduction of the HACA COO, and a public comment session.