September 2023 Minutes

REGULAR MEETING OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY

OF THE CITY OF MIDDLETOWN

 September 7, 2023

The Regular Meeting of the Housing Authority of the City of Middletown was held in the conference room at 40 Broad St., and via Zoom on Thursday, September 7, 2023.

Chairman Cacciola called the meeting to order at 5:02 p.m. and called the roll. 

PRESENT: Phil Cacciola, Chairman; Al Santostefano, Vice Chairman; Larry Riley, Commissioner; Evan Noglow, Commissioner.; Senova Stone, Commissioner

ALSO PRESENT: William Vasiliou, Secretary; John Rumberger, Asst. Executive Director; Jason Lewellyn, Esq.; Linda Guarino, Section 8 Manager. Marie Webster, Finance Manager

ABSENT: none

PUBLIC SESSION:  None.

FOLLOW-UP REPORT:  None

APPROVAL OF MINUTES: On motion by Commissioner Noglow, seconded by Commissioner Riley, it was unanimously voted to approve the minutes of the monthly meeting held on August 14, 2023.

APPROVAL OF BILLS:  On motion by Commissioner Stone, seconded by Vice Chairman Santostefano, it was unanimously voted to approve the bills as submitted.

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE: Secretary Vasiliou reported on the August A/R which shows a decrease of $1,595.28 for CONN 9-2, an increase of $122 for Conn 9-3, an increase of $5,887.00 for Conn 9-4, a decrease of $3,122.08 for CONN-5, an increase of $4,768.86for State Family, and a decrease of $191.63 for E-101.

LEGAL ACTION:  Atty. Lewellyn reported on the Legal Report of 8/31/23. There were 6 new Summary Process cases opened, and 2 stipulated agreements were entered.  Two cases went to judgement. $276.94 was received for vacated accounts.

FINANCIAL: Ms. Webster reported that the auditor was here to discuss the audit which is scheduled for October.

SECTION 8:  Ms. Guarino reported that there are 800 units in place and the average HAP payment is $905.41. The department is working on adding project- based vouchers to the program.

PERSONNEL: None

MAINTENANCE:  242 work orders were completed in August.

Monthly Meeting Minutes 9/7/23                                                                                         Page 2

MODERNIZATION:  Monarca Place HVAC/Generator: Awaiting delivery update on remaining equipment to be installed. Marino Manor Expansion:  Concrete sidewalks installed, landscaping next.  Still awaiting permanent power. Sbona Tower:  reviewing findings with Architect and consultant for suggested repair approach. Anticipated bid date late December/early Jan. Main Street Mixed Use Project:  Removal of minor amount of suspect material is recommended.  CBDG Grant: Awaiting confirmation of award for Long Lane sidewalks for $85k. 

SPECIAL REPORTS:  none

OLD BUSINESS:  Mr. Vasiliou reported that we have filed the request of subdividing (Spear Park) with Planning and Zoning Department.

NEW BUSINESS:  None

OTHER BUSINESS:  None

There being no further business to come before the Commission, on motion by Commissioner Stone, seconded by Chairman Cacciola; it was unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting at

5:18 pm.

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William Vasiliou

Secretary