- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 8/5/24
- 08/06/2024
- 20 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Belmar Housing Authority introduced a surplus budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, with anticipated revenues of $57,700 and expenditures amounting to $45,300. This marks a 2% increase in revenue and less than a 1% rise in expenses compared to the previous year.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 7/29/24
- 07/30/2024
- 58 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The most recent meeting of the Townsend Affordable Housing Trust highlighted a series of discussions centered on the development of the Blood Road property, the definition of affordability, and the Hazard Mitigation Plan. Key issues included the type of housing to be pursued on Blood Road, the implications of “by right residential development,” and the role of the Housing Trust in community events and support for local businesses.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 7/23/24
- 07/25/2024
- 128 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Littleton Affordable Housing Trust Board’s recent meeting highlighted several key developments in the town’s efforts to enhance affordable housing options for residents. Among notable topics were discussions on the Local Rental Assistance Program (LRAP), the Derkey Farmhouse project, and the Hager senior co-housing development. Additionally, the board covered plans for an educational event for seniors, the construction of a new house with Habitat North Central Massachusetts, the critical home repair program, and set criteria for evaluating affordable housing project proposals.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 7/17/24
- 07/17/2024
- 35 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Acushnet Housing Authority’s recent meeting focused on critical operational changes and the advancement of housing projects, with discussions encompassing staff reclassifications, the initiation of a construction bid, and the implementation of a new railing project. A highlight of the session was the debate over altering the title of a staff member to Maintenance Supervisor due to the individual’s construction license and the nature of the work they were performing. Additionally, the meeting deliberated on the legalities and financial details of appointing an architecture firm for the railing project, and the inclusion of additional health benefits for employees.
- MA
- Hampshire County
- 7/11/24
- 07/15/2024
- 124 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Amherst Affordable Housing Trust Board meeting was marked by the announcement of a substantial donation from the Interfaith Housing Association, which is in the process of dissolving. The board unanimously agreed to accept the donation, which will impact affordable housing initiatives in the community. The meeting further encompassed discussions on a myriad of financial strategies aimed at addressing the housing needs in Amherst, including securing automatic funding transfers, advocacy for real estate transfer fees, and the potential role of the trust in reviewing inclusionary zoning projects.