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Jan 27, 2026·StrategicPlan
Board
Holyoke Housing Authority Moving To Work Annual Plan 2026
The Holyoke Housing Authority's Moving to Work (MTW) Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 2026 outlines strategies to reduce costs, promote economic self-sufficiency, and increase housing choices for low-income families. Key initiatives include supporting sustainable development and community revitalization through projects like the South Holyoke affordable rental and homeownership developments, expanding housing options for vulnerable populations (such as youth aging out of foster care, homeless college students, and individuals re-entering society from the criminal justice system), and fostering economic stability through programs like the Local Family Self-Sufficiency Program and various homeownership initiatives. The plan also prioritizes administrative streamlining, leveraging non-HUD resources, and providing incentives for landlords to enhance services and operational efficiency.
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The key discussions and actions during the meeting included the approval of the Falcetti Tower Resident Door Hardware Change Order No. 1, which granted a sixty (60) day no cost time extension due to delays in custom latch plate fabrication. The Board also awarded the Two (2) Year Pest Control Services Contract to Waltham Pest Control following the amicable termination of the previous contract. Furthermore, the Board approved Change Order No. 2, the Certificate of Substantial Completion, and the Certificate of Final Completion for the 705 Window and Exterior Door Replacement project, which resulted in a total project cost increase to $142,737.74. Finally, the Federal and State Fourth Quarter Write-Offs totaling $18,127.00 were approved. Current issues reports were presented across multiple departments including Maintenance, Modernization, Development, Finance, Resident Services, Leased Housing, MIS, Human Resources, and Legal.
Dec 4, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Holyoke Housing Authority Regular Board Meeting
The Board reviewed and approved the Fee Accountant's 2026 Budget Presentation, which detailed conservative forecasts for HUD funding, compensation plans, and facility needs across Federal Programs, Section 8 Funding, State Programs, and various grants. The Board also addressed several resolutions under the Executive Director Report, including the adoption of the 2026 HUD published Fair Market Rates as the Payment Standard effective January 1, 2026, and the authorization of 2026 recommended utility allowances effective in early 2026. Furthermore, the Board awarded several capital improvement contracts: the Beaudry-Boucher Apartments Unit Window Replacement Project to Campora Construction Company Inc. for $178,500; the Storefront Modification project at Coughlin, Zielinski and Falcetti Towers to Larochelle Construction CO Inc. for $113,800; and the Raymond P Murphy Congregate House Window Replacement Project to Larochelle Construction Inc. for $93,850. Two three-year mixed finance legal services contracts were awarded to Ballard Spahr LLP and KJP Partners LLP, each with an annual fee not to exceed $70,000. Current Issues Reports for Maintenance/Admissions, Modernization, Development, Finance, Resident Services, Leased Housing, MIS, Senior Property Management, Human Resources, and Legal Update were noted for discussion.
Nov 6, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Holyoke Housing Authority Public Hearing and Regular Board Meeting
Key discussions included the approval of Change Order No. 1 for the Toepfert Apartment Roof Replacement Project, resulting in a cost decrease, and the approval of the Certificate of Substantial Completion for the same project. The Board also approved a no-cost time extension for the EOHLC Project 137097 Exterior Door and Window Replacement due to manufacturing delays. Furthermore, the Board authorized the execution of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Holyoke Boys and Girls Club to continue supporting after-school sites. A bid for Annual Fire Alarm and Sprinkler Testing and Repairs was discussed, leading to the rejection of the lowest bidder based on a response radius violation and the subsequent award of a two-year contract to the next responsive bidder. The 2024 audit presentation indicated a qualified audit due to unavailability of Holyoke Retirement pension liability information, though this has no financial consequence for the Authority. New business included the announcement of a $125,000 award to begin a Master Plan for the Churchill block.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
