Hanson Housing Authority

The Board addressed several financial and operational items. Key discussions included the approval of Accounts Payable for September and October 2025. The board approved and authorized the Executive Director to approve a Fee Amendment to the Design Contract with GCG Associates for the Septic Replacement Study of Bioclear System (Project # 123065), including related reimbursables. The board tabled a motion regarding a potential management agreement with Quincy Housing Authority until the January meeting. Furthermore, the board adopted 100% FY2026 Brockton FMRs for the HCV program. The Executive Director's report covered updates on vacancies, ongoing maintenance (e.g., fiber optics installation, repairs for water main leaks), and scheduled inspections. The Hanson Modernization Report detailed progress on several projects, including Code Compliance Exit Sign installation, Fire Alarm Phase 2 replacement, deferral of the Community Building Electric Panel upgrade, and plans for the Building Envelope Repairs.

The regular meeting included unanimous approval of accounts payables. Key actions involved approving and authorizing the executive director to submit the Federal Annual Plan FY2025 to HUD. The Board also approved the establishment of a Type I Supporting Organization named Hanson Housing Authority Development Corporation ("HHADC") and determined which commissioners would serve as its initial directors, contingent on one commissioner's appointment and a name correction with the Secretary of State. Furthermore, the Board authorized the Executive Director to handle future purchases and contracts and established a bimonthly meeting schedule for review of such items. The Board also voted to write off specified charges for vacated tenants older than 90 days. The Executive Director's report covered operations such as completing vacancies, deep cleaning common areas, boiler inspections, and progress on modernization projects including exit sign installation, security systems, fire alarm upgrades, and septic system replacements. Old business covered hallway lighting and refrigerator size inquiries. New business addressed a parcel address correction for 0 West Washington Street.

Key discussions and actions during this special meeting included the certification and authorization for the Executive Director to submit the FY 2025 Certification of Compliance with Notifications of Federal and State Lead Paint Laws. The Board also certified and authorized the submission of the FY 2025 Certification of the Top Five Compensation, and the certification for the FY 2025 Year End Financial Statements and Tenant Account Receivables Data. Additionally, approval was granted for a transfer of $45,000 from Federal Program 155 Cash Administration Fund-Unrestricted to cover costs associated with a Water Main Break to LZ Thomas. The Executive Director reported on meeting with attorneys and HUD regarding clearance to close on LZ Thomas, the pop-up food pantry event, and the status of the LZ Thomas water main repair.

The Hanson Housing Authority Board of Commissioners convened a regular meeting to address several key items. The board discussed and approved the certification of the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) Wage Match Regulations for FY 2025, and elected board officers. They authorized the Board Chair to execute Hanson 5001 Amendment 12 - Contract for Financial Assistance (CFA) package in DocuSign software. The Executive Director reported on operational matters, including new fence installation, vacancy completions, monthly food delivery, site clean-up, and the filing of a Section 18 application to HUD. The Modernization Report covered various projects, such as the Rear Step Project, Code Compliance-Exit Sign & Emergency Light Installation, Cameras & Security System, Fire Alarm Phase 2, and others. The board also discussed the IRS Tax Exemption for the RAD conversion and approved the Executive Director to initiate a waiver with the State Historical Society for the windows at LZ Thomas. Tenants addressed their ongoing concerns to the board.

The Hanson Housing Authority Board of Commissioners meeting included discussions and actions on several key areas. The board approved the memorandum of understanding between the Hanson Housing Authority and Quincy Housing Authority, regarding the Section 8 program management. Updates were provided on the budget and financials of the Housing Authority, including inquiries about the LZ Thomas reserves and revisions to rent for the 155 and 689 programs. The budget for Fiscal Year 2025 was approved and submitted to both EOHLC and HUD. The Finance Director reported on operations including repairs to a water line, employee updates, snow removal, leasing, renovations, tenant lease enforcement, door replacements, and security system bids. The Modernization Report covered various projects such as the Rear Step Project, Code Compliance, Camera and Security System, Fire Alarm Phase 2, Community Bldg Electric Panel upgrade, Bio clear Study, Maintenance Shed Siding replacement, Tub Cuts for ADA units, ARPA Door replacements, and Woodbine Septic System Replacement. An update was provided on the RAD Conversion. The board also discussed the housing production plan and communications with MassHousing regarding the Phillips Street property.