Housing Authority of the City of Longview

MINUTES TO THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE LONGVIEW HOUSING AUTHOURITYBOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
February 23, 2009
At the Longview Housing Authority Offices
1207 Commerce Ave., Longview, WA.

Chairman Brewer called the regular October meeting of the Longview Housing Authority Board of Commissioners to order at 4:00 pm on February 23, 2009.

B. Jo Brewer, Chairman
Bruce Fischer, Vice-Chairman
Ron Kosloski, Commissioner
Wayne Ostermiller, Commissioner
Adora Greenwood, Commissioner
William Cox, Commissioner
Chris Pegg, Secretary Public
Tom Drake, Staff Marcel Goulet
Vickie Rhodes, Staff
Jon Dieter, Staff
Dan Freedman, Staff
Teresa Welter, Staff

& Additions to the Agenda
Old Business – MRSC Roster

Commissioner Kosloski made a motion to adopt changes in the agenda. Vice-Chairman Fischer seconded. Motion Passed.

for Public Discussion
None presented

Agenda
Review of Minutes for January 2009 Regular Meeting
Approve January 2009 Vouchers as paid
Approve January 2009 Financial Statements as presented
Approve write-off of doubtful accounts in the amount of $504.18

A motion was made by Vice-Chairman Fischer and seconded by Commissioner Greenwood to approve the Consent Agenda. Motion Passed.

and Secretary Report
Secretary Pegg reported on the State of Washington’s current $8 billion budget deficit and discussed some of the possible impacts to LHA programs and activities.


Business
BOARD DISCUSSION: Dan Freedman presented updates on Development Projects

BOARD DISCUSSION: MRSC Roster – Commissioner Kosloski asked for clarification on the small works roster regarding participation by local contractors. Staff explained the process for adding contractors to the roster and communicated their commitment to encourage local contractors to participate.

Business
BOARD ACTION: Approve Resolution 09-01, USDA Project reserve banking Resolution

A motion was made by Vice-Chairman Fischer to approve resolution 09-01. Seconded by Commissioner Greenwood. Motion Passed.

BOARD ACTION: Approve Resolution 09-02, Authorization for LHA staff to apply for Capital and Per Diem funding from the VA for the Cowlitz County Veterans Service Center and Comrade’s Quarters

A motion was made by Commissioner Ostermiller and seconded by Commissioner Kosloski to approve resolution 09-02. Motion passed.

BOARD ACTION: Approval of monthly expense allowance for VA case managers.

A motion was made by Vice-Chairman Fischer and seconded by Commissioner Kosloski to approve a monthly expense allowance for VA case manager. Motion Passed.

BOARD PRESENTATION: Planning process for the City of Longview five-year Consolidated Plan – Melissa Taylor – Wahkiakum/Cowlitz Council of Governments

BOARD PRESENTATION: Ready to Rent Program- Tawni Jacobson, LHA Housing Specialist

Session
Real Estate

Chairman Brewer convened the regular meeting at 6:35 pm for the duration of 5 minutes for Executive Session.

Chairman Brewer reconvened the regular meeting at 6:40. No action was taken.

of Next Meeting: March 23, 2009

There being no further business to discuss, Chairman Brewer adjourned the regular board meeting.






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B. Jo Brewer, Chairperson Attest: Christina M. Pegg, Secretary