Housing Authority Board Meeting - Aug 25 2026

The Santa Fe County Housing Authority Board held a meeting on August 25, 2026, focusing primarily on updates related to housing programs, financial reports, and capital improvement projects. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of purchase orders and contracts for unit turnaround renovations, pest control, outdoor lighting upgrades, and mold remediation efforts. The board reviewed budget allocations, noting a removal of the ROSS grant funding from the FY27 budget due to non-award. Staff reported on ongoing efforts to hire maintenance personnel and contractors to address staffing shortages and expedite mold remediation and unit renovations. Additionally, the board discussed upcoming affordable housing developments, including a scheduled closing for the Revaseya project with a confirmed funding gap of $1.2 million to be addressed in the next meeting. The board also considered strategic planning for redeveloping existing housing sites to increase density and capacity, with future presentations anticipated. A closed executive session was held to discuss threatened or pending litigation, with no decisions made. Overall, the meeting emphasized procurement actions to maintain and improve housing facilities and strategic planning for affordable housing expansion.