Belmar Housing Authority Addresses Resident Concerns Over Window Repairs and Scaffolding
- Meeting Overview:
In a recent Belmar Housing Authority meeting, residents voiced concerns about unresolved window repairs and prolonged scaffolding, prompting discussions about safety and comfort as colder months approach. Despite ongoing efforts to address these issues, residents expressed frustration over the lack of progress and potential safety hazards.
During the public remarks segment, a resident raised concerns about rust accumulation around their living room windows, suspecting water seepage. The executive director acknowledged the issue, noting communication with a company about the problem and expressing hope that a new contractor, once bids are awarded, will address it. Another resident echoed these concerns, highlighting the urgency of window repairs with winter approaching. The executive director admitted difficulties in securing an engineer for a cost-effective study and mentioned contingency plans involving plastic sheeting and curtains to mitigate cold drafts.
The meeting also addressed the prolonged presence of scaffolding, initially erected for tenant protection. A resident questioned its extended duration. While the executive director explained the scaffolding’s purpose, the resident remained dissatisfied, emphasizing typical regulatory limits on scaffolding duration.
Gerald Buccafusco
Housing Authority Officials:
Mary Lynch, Lisa Orchard, Carolyn Sharrock, Ellen Ramey, Michael Casserly, Jim McCracken, Maria Messano, Paul DeSantis (Executive Director), Amy Spera (Administrative Assistant), Michael Carr (Building Superintendent)
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Meeting Type:
Housing Authority
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
10/07/2025
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Recording Published:
10/08/2025
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Duration:
14 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
New Jersey
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County:
Monmouth County
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Towns:
Belmar, Lake Como
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