Darlisha Cooper

The agenda for the annual meeting included the election of officers and consideration of several items. Discussions during the individual consideration segment covered Resolution No. 3059, authorizing an application to HUD for a RAD/Section 18 Blend Conversion of Public Housing Units at Murphy Park II and Murphy Park III, and Resolution No. 3060, approving a Revision to the Administrative Plan to reduce the Section 8 voucher search time from 120 days to 60 days as a cost-saving measure. The Director's Report provided updates on the achievement of High Performer status for the HCV program, plans to relaunch the homeownership program for HCV families, strategies for transitioning households affected by the Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) program end date, and significant funding awards for redevelopment projects at Parkview, Clinton-Peabody, and Murphy Park. The report also noted progress on unit modernization and the finalization of the 2030 Strategic Plan. Commissioners raised concerns regarding the lack of a mailbox at Parkview and safety issues at West Pine.

This document compiles various monthly activity reports, including updates on Public Housing Program Activities, Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) Program Activities, Finance reports (Income Statements for multiple properties as of November 2025), Development Activities, Resident Initiatives, Legal Activities, Communications, and Human Resources Activities. Specific departmental reports detailed performance monitoring, occupancy rates, unit turnaround times, and work order trends for December 2025. The Asset Management Department provided updates on property performance tracking, police contract coordination, the Trespass and Ban List status (currently 32 individuals), and offline unit identification, noting a delay in HUD response due to a government shutdown. The HUD Reporting Rate for December was 84.65%. Property Management reported an overall portfolio occupancy rate of 95.75% at the end of December 2025, with 24 move-ins and a 98.62% recertification rate for the month. St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department CompStat data for various neighborhoods ending 12/28/2025 was also included, showing crime statistics comparison over different periods.

The meeting agenda included several key items for consideration and action. Resolutions were presented to approve and authorize the submission of an application to HUD for a RAD/Section 18 Blend Conversion of public housing units at Murphy Park II and Murphy Park III. Another resolution sought authorization and approval for a revision to the St. Louis Housing Authority's Administrative Plan, specifically adjusting the voucher term to the federal requirement of 60 days. Additional agenda items covered the swearing in of Resident Commissioners, residents' comments on agenda items, Chair's Report, Director's Report, residents' concerns, and commissioners' concerns. Reports from the Director highlighted achievements such as achieving High Performer status for the HCV program in FY 2025, strong portfolio occupancy rates, and secured strategic funding for portfolio rehabilitation. Resident concerns focused heavily on security issues, break-ins, and lack of responsiveness from management and security at Parkview and Cambridge Heights properties, leading to commitments for follow-up meetings with law enforcement and management from partners.

The meeting included discussions and resolutions regarding various aspects of the St. Louis Housing Authority's operations. These included revisions to the Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy (ACOP) to align with federal regulations, adjustments to allowances for tenant-furnished utilities, and updates to the flat rent schedule for the Public Housing Program. The board also reviewed and approved the submission of the Agency Plan Annual Submission for Fiscal Year 2022, and discussed the Capital Fund Five-Year Plan, including an increase in funding allocation. The director also gave a report, highlighting ongoing activities and new staff.

The St. Louis Housing Authority's Fiscal Year 2021 Annual Plan outlines its operational strategies and compliance measures for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2021. Key focus areas include addressing housing needs for low-income families, revising eligibility and admissions policies, managing financial resources, and updating rent determinations. The plan also details new activities such as mixed-finance modernization and demolition/disposition projects, alongside ongoing community service and self-sufficiency programs. It incorporates COVID-19 statutory and regulatory waivers to adapt to current challenges, ensuring the effective management and long-term planning of public housing assets and services.