Whitman Housing Authority - July 13, 2026 Meeting.

The Whitman Housing Authority held its regular meeting on July 13, 2026, focusing extensively on financial and capital improvement matters. The board reviewed and approved financial reports including vouchers, bank balances, and statements for May and June 2026. Significant expenditures discussed included plumbing repairs, fire alarm panel issues at Pine Circle, and a $25,000 payment for the Bedford Street porch reconstruction. The board also reviewed the 2027 annual plan and capital improvement plan, which included roofing, tree trimming, sustainability projects, and paving funded largely through grants and state allocations. They approved certificates of substantial and final completion for the Fullerton Avenue Knob and Tube Replacement Project. Additionally, the board voted to adopt a new AI service agreement through PHA net for document translation at $100 per month, and accepted changes to the AAVP and MRVP voucher programs, including rent increase limits and tenant responsibilities for first, last, and security deposits. A proposal to install solar panels at Stetson Terrace was tabled for further review. The meeting also covered updates on occupancy rates, tenant surveys, and coordination with contractors for siding replacement projects. Overall, the meeting emphasized ongoing maintenance, capital improvements, and cost management strategies for the housing authority's properties.