Lorraine R. Robles

The Board approved the consolidated operating and related capital budgets for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027. Key actions included the adoption of the Internal Audit Plan for fiscal year 2026-2027, the amendment of the Owner Incentive Payment Policy for the Housing Voucher Services department, and the authorization to renew various insurance policies covering property, liability, and other areas for the upcoming fiscal year. Additionally, the Board authorized the acquisition of Hemisview Village Apartments or its related assets by an affiliate of the San Antonio Housing Facility Corporation, alongside the corresponding sale by an affiliate of the Las Varas Public Facility Corporation.

The meeting included the review and approval of the consolidated operating and capital budgets for Opportunity Home San Antonio, the adoption of an internal audit plan, and amendments to the owner incentive payment policy. The board authorized insurance renewals, the acquisition and sale of apartment complexes, land transfers to the San Antonio Housing Facility Corporation, and the establishment of a heat relief policy. Additionally, the agenda covered revisions to resident-paid utility allowances and contract ratifications for lead hazard removal, plumbing, and disaster restoration. Discussions were held regarding an energy performance contract and the President's report, and a closed session was scheduled for personnel and legal consultations.

The Board of Commissioners reviewed and approved the consolidated operating and capital budgets for the upcoming fiscal year. Key actions included adopting an internal audit plan, amending the housing voucher owner incentive policy, authorizing insurance policy renewals, and approving the acquisition and sale of Hemisview Village Apartments. Additionally, the Board authorized property ownership transfers to the San Antonio Housing Facility Corporation, established an individual relief policy for severe heat, approved revisions to resident-paid utility allowances, and ratified contracts for lead hazard removal, plumbing services, roof and window replacements, and emergency disaster restoration services. The meeting also included an update on the Energy Performance Contract.

The board meeting agenda included provisions for potential closed sessions concerning attorney-client matters, real estate, litigation, personnel, and security. It also provided a forum for citizens to be heard. Key business items involved the consideration and approval of a resolution authorizing the acquisition and sale of Hemisview Village Apartments, as well as the approval of a resolution for the transfer of lands to the San Antonio Housing Facility Corporation.

This MTW Plan outlines Opportunity Home San Antonio's strategic direction, setting priorities for the next eleven years to achieve its 100th anniversary in 2037. Guided by a vision of compassionate, equitable, and vibrant communities where people thrive, the plan focuses on three key strategic goals: Housing (providing quality, affordable units by preserving, developing, acquiring, and financing at least 14,500 affordable units), Opportunities (creating collaborative partnerships, supporting residents, and engaging stakeholders), and Innovation (enhancing learning and service quality). The mission is to improve residents' lives by providing quality, affordable housing and building sustainable, thriving communities.