Rhen C. Bass

This administrative plan outlines the policies and procedures for the Corpus Christi Housing Authority (CCHA) in administering the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, funded by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The plan details the CCHA's mission to enhance housing opportunities, its commitment to ethics and service, and the roles and responsibilities of HUD, the CCHA, owners, and families in the program. Key areas addressed include applicant selection, voucher issuance, owner and family responsibilities, fair housing compliance, housing quality standards, and adherence to federal regulations.

The meeting included discussion on the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Budget Revision, a year in review of all departments, and a financial report for CC Housing Authority and Affiliates. There was also an announcement regarding the departure of the HCVP Vice President, and a brief discussion on interns.

The meeting included an executive session and approval of the minutes from the previous meeting. There was a request and approval to award a contract for renovations for Wiggins Phase III. Updates were provided on occupancy, CCHA investments, bank accounts, loans, bad debt summaries, and the government shutdown.

This Five-Year PHA Plan outlines the Corpus Christi Housing Authority's strategic direction to enhance housing opportunities and promote self-sufficiency for low-income families. The plan is built upon six key goals: expanding housing supply and choices, preserving existing assets and ensuring long-term sustainability, improving the quality of assisted housing, fostering exceptional customer service and enhancing service delivery through technology, promoting resident self-sufficiency and a better quality of life, and attracting, developing, supporting, and retaining a talented and diverse workforce. The plan aims to achieve its mission of housing families in safe, desirable, and attainable homes while supporting their prosperity and self-sufficiency, and also includes strategies for affirmatively furthering fair housing.

The meeting included discussion of legal matters in a closed session. The board approved the consent agenda for December and the approval of Lawn Care & Landscaping Services. Updates were provided on the SEMAP final score and rating, occupancy, and financial matters, including CCHA Investments/Bank Accounts/Loans and bad debt summaries for December 2019. The Chief Executive Officer reported on the Corban Townhome loans, vacancies, Infill Homes, and new builders.