Housing Authority of the City of Longview

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

Chairman Brewer called the regular March meeting of the Longview Housing Authority Board of Commissioners to order at 4:00 pm on March 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 Larry Hensley, Public Contractor
Vickie Rhodes, Staff
Jon Dieter, Staff
Dan Freedman, Staff
Teresa Welter, Staff
Marilyn Mayclin, Staff

& Additions to the Agenda

for Public Discussion
None presented

Agenda
Review of Minutes for February 2009 Regular Meeting
Approve February 2009 Vouchers as paid
Approve February 2009 Financial Statements as presented
Approve write-off of doubtful accounts in the amount of $1595.00

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

and Secretary Report
Chairman Brewer would like to discuss code of conduct at the next meeting.
Secretary Pegg reported on a new grant opportunity, ARA-DV.
Secretary Pegg reported on the status of federal and state 2009-10 budgets.
Secretary Pegg reported the Section 8 Voucher Reform Act (SEVRA) bill will be reintroduced in Congress this year. The bill presents several streamlining and cost reductions options for the Section 8 program.

of staff
Kevin Nixon, Veterans Support Case Manager was introduced to the Board of Commissioners as one of the newest members of the LHA team.

Business
BOARD PRESENTATION: Dan Freedman presented updates on Development Projects

BOARD DISCUSSION: Commissioner Ostermiller discussed board public relations activities.

BOARD PRESENTATION: Katie Wilkie presented an update on Property Management Activities

BOARD ACTION: Approval to enter into contracts with Clark County and the City of Woodland for grant awards related to the Woodside West remodel and Veterans Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Program.

A motion was made by Vice-Chairman Fischer and seconded by Commissioner Cox to approve entering into the contacts with Clark County and the City of Woodland. Motion Passed.

BOARD PRESENTATION: Jon Dieter presented SHARE program modifications.

BOARD ACTION: Approval to project-base 15 vouchers to South Bend project.

A motion was made by Vice-Chairman Fischer and seconded by Commissioner Ostermiller to dedicate 15 vouchers to the project in South Bend. Motion Passed.

Business
BOARD ACTION: Approval of cost reductions strategies related to the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program. Housing Assistance Programs Manager, Vickie Rhodes, outlined a group of options available to reduce the cost of Housing Assistance Payments in the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program. She requested Board approval to implement as necessary until FY2009 funding is approved by Congress and implemented by HUD.

A motion was made by Vice-Chairman Fischer and seconded by Commissioner Ostermiller to approve cost reduction strategies and implementation as needed to reduce costs. Motion Passed.

BOARD ACTION: Bid Opening – Woodland tree removal.

No Board required as all bids are below $45,000.

BOARD ACTION: Set rent for Harmony House, 215 20 Ave., Longview, WA.

A motion was made by Commissioner Kosloski and seconded by Vice-Chairman Fischer to approve the annual budget for Harmony House as presented and to set the rental rate at $760 per month with a security deposit of $500.rents set at Harmony House. Motion Passed.

Session
Personnel Issues

Chairman Brewer convened the Executive Session at 7:30 pm for the duration of 15 minutes.

Chairman Brewer reconvened the regular meeting at 7:45 pm

A motion was made by Commissioner Ostermiller and seconded by Commissioner Kosloski to grant the Executive Director an additional week of vacation in lieu of a raise for 2009. Motion Passed.

of Next Meeting: April 27, 2009

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

BOARD APPROVAL OF MINUTES





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