HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-6-2007 CHA MINUTESCaldwell Housing Authority
Minutes of "Regular" Meeting
November 6, 2007
Board Members Present:
Estella Zamora, Andy Rodriguez, Dana Schuck, Patricia Benedict, Sid Freeman, Rick Wells
Staff Present: Mike Dittenber, Ayde Cortina
Quests: None
In order of business:
Roll call and call to order
Estella Zamora arrives at the meeting at 12:07pm and Sid Freeman arrives at I2:17pm. Andy
Rodriguez called the meeting to order at 12:OOpm.
2 Review of October minutes
Mike provided the Board with an electronic copy (via e-mail) of the minute for the month of
October. Andy asked if everyone had an opportunity to read the minutes prior to the meeting.
Everyone present answered in the affirmative.
At 12:03pm Andy asked if there was a motion to accept the minutes. Dana made the motion;
seconded by Patricia; and unanimously approved by all present.
Financial Report
Andy asked if everyone was comfortable proceeding with the financials. Everyone agreed.
Ayde gave a brief financial report based on the actual expenditures for the month of September.
Following her presentation, Ayde indicated that after bills were paid, there was approximately
$12,000 in the bank.
12:07pm Estella arrives. Estella indicated she was not interested in re- reviewing the information
but would trust the Board Members present.
At 12:10pm, Andy asked if there were any questions. There was none so he asked if there was a
motion to accept the financials as presented. Dana made the motion; seconded by Patricia; and
unanimously approved by those present.
Ayde Cortina asked to be excused from the meeting to conduct housing inspections.
4 Directors Report
Mike briefed the Board about one of the insurance benefits the Board approved by was never
activated because the cost exceeded the initial estimate — because the cost of insurance was 40%
higher because CHA did not employ a minimum of 10 people. Patricia indicated CHA should
pay the additional amount. Andy asked if the 10` person needed to be an actual employee.
Andy wanted to know if the higher amount was included in the new budget or the lesser amount
was the amount included in the budget. Mike indicated it was the higher amount, but also a part -
time employee was included in the budget that he would bring to the Board in the coming
meetings.
My notified the Board the RD did give CHA a waiver to lease to tenants. Mike indicated there
were approximately 10 -12 non - regular applicants that are good for CHA. Mike spoke of one
who is wheelchair bound, and has 2 assist animals. The tenant wanted one of the masonry units,
but unfortunately, the older units are not very accessible and need modifications. This may be a
learning experience for CHA —especially the maintenance staff.
Mike indicated the need to relocate 1 security camera and the need to install 2 or 3 new cameras
to accurately capture images. Patricia asked if putting more speed -bump in would eliminate the
problem. Mike said the Rural Fire Department indicated there are too many speed - bumps, but
CHA committed to painting them to prevent damages by public safety equipment.
Sid arrives at 12:17pm
Mike spoke about over leasing issues. There are approximately 7 families living in units too big
for their housing needs. Mike is dealing with the issue as best as possible. Many people have
indicated they do not want to move until Ayde moves. However, Ayde is in a non -rent
generating unit and is likely not subject to the RD over - leasing rules. Mike spoke of Ayde's
brother who also lives in a larger unit. Andy suggested Ayde's brother get a note from the
doctor requesting a reasonable accommodation —to live close to his sister (Ayde) for medical
attention and constant care.
Mike thought it might be appropriate to get an intern from the local university. Maybe an
engineering or marketing student.
Executive Session
At 1:00pm Estella made a motion to go into executive session; seconded by Patricia.
Mike was asked to leave the room during executive session. At 1:1 Opm Mike was invited back
into the room. At 1:15pm Sid made a motion to exit session; seconded by Dana; unanimously
approved to exit executive session.
Andy suggested the Board hold a special meeting at 12:00noon at CHA to review unfinished
business and tour the masonry units.
6 Adjourn:1:20pm