Erie County Housing Authority

The agenda included a presentation of the 2025 Auditors Report by Maher Duessel, consideration of Resolution 2026-02 regarding a policy change within the Housing Choice Voucher Administrative Plan, and review of various administrative plan updates. Additionally, the session covered financial reports, payment of bills, an executive session, and updates on standard organizational reports.

The Erie County Housing Authority's mission is to promote adequate and affordable housing, economic opportunity, and a suitable living environment free from discrimination. The plan outlines a commitment to high-quality service by assisting low to moderate income individuals and special needs populations, treating clients with dignity and respect, leveraging staff talents, fostering partnerships, and utilizing resources efficiently. It also focuses on providing and promoting housing and service opportunities, conserving affordable housing stock, improving infrastructure, and stabilizing neighborhoods, all while maintaining a fiscally responsible, ethical, and professional organization.

The Special Meeting commenced with the Chairperson calling the meeting to order. The proceedings included a session held in Executive Session, followed by a reconvening of the Board. The meeting concluded with an adjournment motion.

The Erie County Housing Authority meeting addressed several key areas, including financial reviews and budget approvals. Bids were awarded for roof replacements at West Court Apartments, Random Court, and Marvin J. Schick Apartments, as well as for electric panel replacements at Random Court. Updates were provided on auditor visits, the Voucher Management System (VMS), and the potential transfer of homes from Stairways to ECHA Rentals, LLC. The board discussed Covid-19 vaccinations for elderly tenants, the possibility of a post-pandemic barbeque, and the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) Program. Additional updates were given on construction projects, camera installations at Marvin J. Schick Apartments, and standard reports on vacancies, applications, delinquencies, evictions, and waiting lists.

The meeting addressed financial matters, including a review of the Operating Budget Comparison and Income Statement Comparisons. Discussions covered extra Admin Funding received due to the Covid Pandemic and a payment to Knox McLaughlin, Gornall & Sennett P.C. The board approved the Erie County Housing Authority Operating Budget and Income Statements. Additionally, the board awarded a bid to Empire Snow Management, Inc. for concrete work at Random Court. Updates were provided on the Safety and Security Grant funding and various Capital Fund improvements. A special meeting was announced to amend the Capital Fund 5-Year Action Plan and consider the appointment of a RAD Conversion Consultant. Updates were also given on vacancies, applications, delinquencies, evictions, and waiting lists for each Housing Authority Development.