Housing Authority Board Meeting - Jul 27 2026

The Santa Fe County Housing Authority Board held a regular meeting on July 27, 2026, focusing primarily on housing operations, financial reports, and staffing challenges. Key procurement-related discussions included the ongoing efforts to fill maintenance technician and housing inspector vacancies, with plans to contract temporary services to address staffing shortfalls. The board reviewed the capital improvement fund expenditures totaling $549,219, which supported unit turnaround activities, mold and asbestos abatement, and staff training. Additionally, the board discussed the progress of a site environmental cleanup project, currently 75% complete despite some contracting errors. The meeting also highlighted the need for more one-bedroom units in affordable housing developments and ongoing collaboration with developers such as Pulte and D.R. Horton to facilitate home purchases for eligible employees. Financially, the board reviewed year-end budget reports, including grant drawdowns and program funding, with an emphasis on maintaining fiscal sustainability and maximizing reimbursements. No new contracts or RFPs were explicitly approved during the meeting, but action items related to procurement included moving forward with temporary staffing contracts and continued monitoring of capital projects and grant-funded programs.