Westport Housing Authority Considers Management Agreement with Adabor

In a recent meeting of the Westport Housing Authority, the most significant item on the agenda was a presentation by a representative from the Adabor Housing Authority regarding a potential management agreement. This agreement could alter the administrative structure of the local housing authority significantly. The representative outlined Adabor’s history with regionalization in Massachusetts, their ability to provide services and staff, as well as their successful track record with other housing authorities. The discussion also covered the logistics of Adabor’s representative’s office being located 35 minutes away from Westport and included a robust Q&A about the frequency and focus of resident meetings and the implementation of a Housing Authority software package.

Following the presentation on the proposed management agreement, the attendees delved into a discussion about the director’s availability and coverage, particularly addressing the concern that the office would not have coverage on Fridays. The director assured those present that there would be coverage every day, except Fridays. A resident’s inquiry about the maintenance crew prompted a conversation on the challenges and successes in managing maintenance personnel.

The meeting proceeded to address the delay in appointing a member to the Community Preservation Committee and provided an update on the Westport Police Department. The attendees, which included commissioners and tenants, took this opportunity to voice their comments and questions. These included inquiries about the total number of units under the director’s oversight and the scheduling of the next meeting, which was ultimately set for June 26th.

Despite these interruptions, the meeting concluded with the necessary business being discussed and a motion to adjourn, signaling the end of the session.

The proposed management agreement with Adabor Housing Authority was the central focus of the meeting, attracting detailed examination and queries from the board. The representative from Adabor provided an overview. The potential changes, including modifications to fee accountants and the new software package, were also points of discussion, as these could have substantial implications for the operations of Westport’s housing authority.

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