Carlos Guzman

The key agenda items for this regular board meeting include the consideration of Resolution No. HATC-2026-02, which seeks approval for a required PY 25 25% match of the HUD-awarded HOME Investment Partnership Program Allocation, totaling $89,648.81, to launch a Homeownership Downpayment Assistance Program. Discussion items feature committee appointments, a Resident Spotlight recognizing Ramon Suniga, the CEO/Executive Director's Report covering strategic plan priorities, voucher programs, affordable housing projects, finance reports, and committee reports from Executive, Real Estate, Governance, and HR committees. The HR Committee report specifically mentions a discussion regarding the CEO/Executive Director's Employment Contract. The agenda also reserves time for an Executive Session to discuss matters potentially involving consultation with the attorney, real property, personnel matters, security, or economic development negotiations.

The meeting agenda included key discussion items focused on the HATC 2026-2030 Strategic Plan priority areas. Action items involved considering Resolution No. HATC-2026-02 to approve a request from Travis County for a required PY 25 25% match of $89,648.81 from their HOME Investment Partnership Program allocation to launch a Homeownership Downpayment Assistance Program. Discussion topics included committee appointments, a resident spotlight featuring a Shining STAR student, and the CEO/Executive Director's report. The CEO's report provided comprehensive updates on Voucher Programs/Homeless Initiatives (including HCV, CoC, SPVs like NED, FUP, MVP, HUD-VASH, EHV, SV), the Affordable Housing Program portfolio status (Eastern Oaks, Summit Oaks, Alexander Oaks, Carson Creek Homes, Manor Town, Manor II), the Finance Report for the period ending January 31, 2026, and updates on the HATC Foundation and HR/Organizational Development matters. The Board reserved time for an Executive Session to discuss matters including consulting with an attorney, real property, personnel matters, security, or economic development negotiations.

The meeting included a Public Hearing concerning Resolution No. HATC-2026-01, which authorizes various aspects of the Travis County Facilities Corporation Multifamily Housing Tax-Exempt and Taxable Revenue Bonds for the Belmont Apartments transaction. Discussion items featured a Resident Spotlight presentation from a former HCV Program Participant. The CEO/Executive Director's Report covered updates on Voucher Programs, including HCV waiting list purging and MOU revisions, and a detailed status update on the Affordable Housing portfolio properties (Eastern Oaks, Summit Oaks, Alexander Oaks, Carson Creek, Manor Town, and Manor Town II), noting occupancy rates, delinquencies, and unit renovations. The Finance Report highlighted upcoming HUD audit deadlines. The HATC Foundation overview emphasized initiatives across Self-Sufficiency, Youth Development, and Family Enrichment, while Human Resources presented on staff professional development, including the upcoming StrengthFinders initiative. Board Reports included updates from the Real Estate Committee regarding projects with Stillwater Capital, and a final summary from the 50th Anniversary Committee regarding the Gala's success. The primary Action Item was the unanimous approval of Resolution No. HATC-2026-01.

The Regular Board Meeting for February 5, 2026, included a Public Hearing and possible action regarding Resolution No. HATC-2026-01, which seeks authorization for Travis County Facilities Corporation Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds (Belmont Apartments) Series 2026A and 2026B. Discussion items covered a Resident Spotlight, the CEO/Executive Director's comprehensive report on Voucher Programs (including HCV utilization data as of 12/31/25 for various programs like CoC, FUP, MVP, EHV, and SV), Affordable Housing Program status for multiple properties (Eastern Oaks, Summit Oaks, Alexander Oaks, Carson Creek, Manor Town, and Manor II Apartments), the HATC Finance Report for the period ending November 30, 2025, updates on the HATC Foundation's resident programs, and an update on Human Resources and Organizational Development goals, including job description revisions and staff development planning. The Action Item section confirmed the resolution for the Belmont Apartments bond issuance.

The meeting covered the approval of the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the last regular board meeting. The main action item was the approval of Resolution Number HATS 202516 to amend the HATS Human Resources HR Policy Handbook, introducing new policies for workplace recording devices and volunteer time off, alongside minor revisions to non-disclosure and education/training policies. Discussions also included an overview of the new "Shining Stars Program," an initiative designed to recognize and reward academic achievement and consistent attendance among students in the HATS community, which received initial funding of $7,500 from South State Bank. Furthermore, updates were provided on the Housing Choice Voucher program, noting a current funding shortfall expected to reach approximately $700,000 by December, necessitating coordination with HUD. Updates on affordable housing properties, including Eastern Oaks and Summit Oaks, were also presented.