Housing Authority of Bergen County

The board meeting included an attorney report regarding new HUD regulations requiring administrative fees to comply with procurement policies, leading to a need for modifications to the authority's internal procurement procedures. The consent agenda included the approval of routine expenditures, authorization for a legal services contract with Breslin & Breslin, P.A., and a participation agreement with PSE&G for energy efficiency programs. Additionally, the board authorized a contract with JG K&B Contractors LLC for interior painting services and approved an amendment to the capitalization threshold for fixed assets.

The board discussed and took action on several resolutions, including the approval of routine expenditures, an amended Management Agreement with the Housing Development Corporation, and the rejection of bids for painting services. Additionally, the board authorized contracts for pest control services, asphalt and concrete repair, and a memorandum of understanding with the Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters. The meeting also included an executive session regarding personnel matters and the renewal of the Executive Director's employment agreement.

The board meeting involved an executive director report and a consent agenda. Key resolutions passed included the approval of routine expenditures, authorization for the use of the Bergen County Fire Marshal's Office for fire code inspections and enforcement, and approval of a contract with Johnson Controls for fire alarm and suppression system testing, inspection, and as-needed repair services for Authority-managed properties.

The board meeting included the Executive Director's report confirming HUD approval of the budget, an attorney's explanation regarding a write-off resolution for financial records, and a public comment session regarding a lottery-based waitlist for property purchases. The board approved multiple consent agenda items, including routine expenditures, contracts for auditing services, inspection services, insurance broker services, laundry services, and the appointment of qualified professional consultants. Additionally, the board adopted the annual and capital budget for the upcoming fiscal year.

The meeting covered agency-wide updates regarding HUD budget allocations and the potential for opening the Section 8 waiting list. Key topics discussed included the transition to a new inspection vendor, Nan McKay, and a review of rent increase policies, including rent caps and rent reasonableness standards. The session also addressed upcoming landlord symposium events and featured a Q&A segment regarding specific procedures for rent increase submissions, the prohibition of renting to relatives, and requirements for notifying the Housing Authority during tenant disputes or eviction court processes.