HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007-08-21 - Minutes - ArchiveMINUTES OF THE AUGUST 21, 2007 REGULAR MEETING OF THE
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF
THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS
The Housing Authority of the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas met in Regular Session at
5:30 p.m., August 21, 2007, in the City Administration Building, Room 326, Fayetteville,
AR.
Richard Royal, Chairperson called the meeting to order at approximately 5:30 p.m.
Commissioners Present: Richard Royal, Deborah Olsen, Mark Kinion and Olivia
Horn
Commissioners Absent: None
Others Present: Fredia Sawin, Laura Higgins (Fayetteville Housing
Authority) and Janet.Richardson (Past Board Member)
Old Business
A. Update on Morgan Manor Housing Project -This item was moved to the Partners
for Better Housing Non Profit agenda. This meeting is scheduled on August 21,
2007 at 6:30 p.m.
B. Update on Non -Profit 501C3 (Partners for Better Housing) Status at IRS Level -
See Item A.
Consent Agenda
A. Approval of Minutes of Previous Regular Meeting -Ms. Horn motioned to accept
the July 17, 2007 Regular Meeting Minutes, seconded by Ms. Olsen and carried
unanimously.
B. Approval of July 2007 Financial Statements -Ms. Horn motioned to accept the
July 2007 Financial Statements, seconded by Ms. Olsen and carried unanimously.
New Business
C. Presentation of 21 Years of Service Award to Janet Richardson -Ms. Richardson
was given a service award for her 21 plus years of service to the Housing
Authority and was congratulated by all present.
D. Approval of Resolution No. 795 Adopting a Retirement Plan -Questions were
asked by the board as to the reason for the change. Ms. Sawin explained that this
was a better plan than the one the Housing Authority is currently using and would
greatly benefit the employees. Ms. Sawin added that this new plan would not cost
the Housing Authority anymore than was already being paid. Ms. Olsen motioned
to approve Resolution No. 795, seconded by Ms. Horn and carried unanimously.
E. Executive Director Annual Job Evaluation -Mr. Royal requested that this item be
placed on next month's regular meeting agenda as he would like for the board to
review the past five year pay increases before coming to a conclusion. Mr. Royal
then motioned to move this item to the next regularly scheduled meeting, seconded
by Mr. Kinion and carried unanimously. Ms. Higgins will send the past five year
pay increases to each board member.
F. Election of New Board Member -Mr. Kinion requested that this item be delayed for
an additional 30 days due to a misunderstanding of the advertising process and a
complaint he had received by a concerned citizen. Mr. Kinion felt that due to this
possible confusion that the opening be extended for an additional 30 days before a
decision is made. This was discussed by the board and it was agreed. Mr. Kinion
then motioned to approve, seconded by Ms. Olsen and carried unanimously. Ms.
Olsen also requested a copy of the by-laws be mailed to each commissioner.
G. Reschedule the September Regular Meeting Due to Conflict with Fall NAHRO
Meeting in Hot Springs, AR -Mr. Royal requested that he attend the Fall NAHRO
meeting. Ms. Sawin will check and see if she can still register someone and obtain
a hotel room. The September meeting was then moved to Tuesday, September 11,
2007 at 5:30 in Room 326 of City Hall.
H. Executive Directors Report -Ms. Sawin reviewed her written report. The Tenant's
Council at the Hillcrest Towers invited the board members to their next regular
meeting which is scheduled for the third Tuesday of each month at 3:00 p.m.
They also invited each board member to their potlucks. Ms. Horn will advise
other members of the date of time of the next scheduled potluck. Ms. Sawin also
introduced the new program HUD has developed called DHAP which will replace
FEMA assistance. Ms. Sawin advised that she felt that due to the number of
participants in the area it would be reasonable to provide this assistance. The
board was concerned about the strain on the current employees and Ms. Sawin
advised that an additional staff member would have to be hired to help with the
work load. Also, the case management part of the program would be done by an
outside agency hired by the Housing Authority.
There being no further business, meeting was adjourned.
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