New Brunswick Housing Authority Board Meeting - 5/27/26

The New Brunswick Housing Authority Board held a meeting on May 27, 2026, focusing primarily on redevelopment and housing projects within the city. A key agenda item was the approval of a new redevelopment agreement with Fulton Square Urban Renewal LLC for a revised concept plan involving a five-story mixed-use building with 197 residential units and retail space. The board discussed project modifications including the removal of two lots due to remediation challenges, a slight reduction in residential units and retail space, and the timeline for construction to begin within nine months of site plan approval and complete by the end of 2028. The board unanimously approved the resolution to move forward with the redevelopment plan. Additionally, the board approved payment of bills for April 2026 and discussed ongoing efforts to hire Section 3 employees locally, emphasizing compliance with federal funding requirements. Updates were also provided on other affordable housing projects in the area, highlighting the city’s commitment to providing quality housing for vulnerable populations. No new contracts or procurement vehicles were announced, but the redevelopment agreement and project financing were central to the meeting's procurement-related discussions.