Kingston Housing Authority

The board discussed and approved budgets for the 2017-2018 fiscal year, including both the 400-1 and 689 budgets. The CPA engagement letter was presented for signature, and the annual lead certification was signed by the members. Staff reports provided updates on the siding contract, engineering for the water heater and electric room projects, and upcoming bids for walk transition and drainage work. The authority noted its new AIMM designation, which permits in-house project execution up to $50,000, and discussed ongoing staff certification efforts. Furthermore, the board reviewed the current waiting list, property statistics, and approved financial warrants.

The board discussed several facility updates, including the completion of the siding project and the release of retainage, the status of water heater and electric room repairs, building maintenance, and phase II of the siding project. Additionally, the board prepared for the 2018 Capital Improvement Plan, reviewed a budget amendment to align with DHCD requirements, and authorized the opening of a separate bank account for BlueWave monies. The board also addressed ethics training requirements, reviewed staff reports, and authorized the payment of warrants.

The board reviewed reports from the Executive Director regarding waiting lists, vacancies, work orders, and outstanding rents, alongside updates on board training requirements. Key actions included the approval of uncollectible debts, the Certificate of Final Completion for the parking lot light replacement project, and authorization for specific personnel to execute contracts. Additionally, the board approved financial warrants for the months of June, July, and August.

The meeting covered staff reports regarding housing waiting list statistics and rent collections. The facilities update included discussions on DHCD-approved work orders and construction safety protocols, the status of the electric room project, and the successful completion of the siding project. Additionally, the board approved certificates of substantial and final completion for the siding project, reviewed updates on security camera installations and ongoing price solicitations for walkway and drainage repairs, and approved financial warrants for June and July.

The board discussed several facility updates, including unit turnover and planned repairs for water heaters, electrical rooms, siding, handicap accessibility, community room roofing, and drainage systems at Meadowcrest and the Community Residence. Financial matters addressed included the BlueWave net metering payout process, the approval of a formula funding award contract amendment, and the review and acceptance of the FY19 operating budget, specifically the 400-C and 689 budgets. Additionally, the board reviewed staff reports and authorized the payment of outstanding checks.