Cumberland County Housing Authority

The document details the agenda for both the Housing Authority and the Redevelopment Authority meetings, which are scheduled to occur concurrently. Key discussions for the Housing Authority include public comment, approval of expenditures, reports from the Treasurer and Management (covering Executive Director activities, Section 8, Housing Programs, Public Housing, and Maintenance). For the Redevelopment Authority, discussions include public comment, approval of expenditures, Treasurer's report on Administration Finances, and Management reports covering Community Development (including a PRO8-Grantee Summary Activity Report) and Tax Credit Housing Management. The Redevelopment Authority agenda specifically lists actions to approve Bid Tab WH-037, Approve Change Order for WH-034, and potentially approve an Intercreditor Agreement for Harbour Village.

The Housing Authority Board Meeting covered the approval of expenditures for November 2025. The Treasurer reported that the Public Housing Audit was completed with no findings, and financial reporting for Public Family and Public Senior will be combined. Discussions included revenue exceeding budget for Public Family, and expense overages in Contracts & Agreement, Water, and Maintenance (due to snowplow purchase). Management reported on staff training for the new PFHA System, goals for going paperless in 2026, and plans to host a Housing Forum in May 2026. The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher staff also received training, and the authority absorbed 23 vouchers from other counties. Updates were provided on Housing Programs (HSN) and Rapid Re-Housing (RRH) unit utilization. Housing Management reported on lease activity, rent collection efforts, and plans to fill vacancies at Two West Penn. Maintenance updates covered painting at Two West Penn, forthcoming window upgrades, and replacement of water heaters at Grandview and Cherry Court. The Board approved a six-month contract extension for Baric Scherer.

The Housing Authority Board Meeting included approval of the List of Expenditures for October 2025, noting routine expenses along with higher costs related to new appliance purchases and maintenance. The Treasurer's report indicated a year-to-date loss for Public Family, while Public Senior Revenue was over budget. Management reported on staff training for a new unified IT system, ongoing work on deferred maintenance, and current activities related to the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program, which currently has a closed waiting list. Success highlights included one PSH participant transitioning to permanent housing and progress made by Rapid Re-Housing participants securing employment. Key actions taken by the Board included approving upgrades to the Public Housing playground and approving additional capital funds for window replacement at Two West Penn.

The Housing Authority and Redevelopment Authority meetings covered a range of topics including financial reports, management updates, and board actions. Key discussion points included the approval of expenditures, treasurer's reports, and management reports on public housing, Section 8 housing choice vouchers, and housing programs. The board approved write-offs for unpaid rent and damages, SEMAP certification, and resolutions authorizing small purchases. The Redevelopment Authority discussed community development projects, tax credit housing management, and federal senior housing, and approved bid tabs for various projects. Staff recommendations for medical insurance were also approved.

This document outlines the Cumberland County Five-Year Consolidated Plan and 2025 Annual Action Plan, serving as a comprehensive strategy for housing, community development, and economic development from FY 2025 through FY 2029. The plan prioritizes maintaining and increasing affordable housing, promoting new affordable construction, enforcing codes, improving public facilities and infrastructure, providing vital public services, developing economic opportunities, and remediating slum and blight conditions. It aims to provide decent housing, a suitable living environment, and expanded economic opportunities for residents, particularly low- and moderate-income families and individuals with special needs.