Paula Binda

The board meeting agenda included reports from the Executive Director and a formal recognition and honoring of retiring Executive Director Michael J. Johnston for his 34 years of service. Business items featured the authorization of a contract with Edgemere Consulting Corp. for eligibility screening and certification support, and an amendment to the Federal Consolidated Annual Contributions Contract for the 2026 Capital Fund Program. Additionally, an executive session was scheduled to deliberate on the potential purchase of real property in Cambridge.

The Board of Directors scheduled an executive session to deliberate on the potential purchase of real property located in Cambridge, noting that public discussion of the matter could negatively impact the negotiating position of the organization.

The board discussed a modification to its membership composition, specifically voting to remove a current member and appoint a replacement to serve as a member and Clerk of the Board of Directors.

The Board discussed and voted on the approval of Change Order #1B and the consolidated closeout of the construction contract for the Putnam Gardens Roof Replacement Project with WPI Construction Inc. The meeting also addressed the acquisition of 16-28 Porter Street, including authorizing the assignment of a purchase and sale agreement, loan acquisition, and pre-development financing from Cambridge Housing Affordable Lending LLC. Additionally, the Board voted to modify its membership by removing a director and appointing a replacement effective March 30, 2026.

The board discussed a modification to its composition, specifically proposing the removal of a current board member and the appointment of a replacement to serve as a member and Clerk of the Board of Directors.