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Housing Corporation Board of Directors public meetings in 2023

38 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 13, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

LHC Board to consider $125 million in single family mortgage revenue bonds

The Louisiana Housing Corporation Board of Directors will vote on several bond issuances and funding adjustments for multifamily housing projects. The board will also consider the state's 2025 Draft Qualified Allocation Plan and new virtual meeting rules.

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✓ Decided: LHC Board approves $125M in mortgage revenue bonds and 2025 Draft QAP

The Board unanimously approved the issuance of $125 million in Single Family Mortgage Revenue Bonds and the 2025 Draft Qualified Allocation Plan. Several additional funding increases for multifamily housing projects in Shreveport and Kenner were approved. The Board also adopted procedures for virtual public meetings.

Tue Dec 12, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

✓ Decided: LHC Administration Committee recommends virtual meeting rules for full board approval

The Administration Committee approved the minutes from November 7, 2023, and recommended a resolution on virtual meeting procedures for full board approval. The Board of Directors meeting scheduled for January 10, 2024, was cancelled.

Tue Dec 12, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

Board to vote on virtual meeting rules for future meetings

The Administration Committee will consider a resolution to adopt virtual meeting rules, allowing the LHC Board to meet electronically under Act 393 of the 2023 Regular Session. The committee will also approve prior meeting minutes and discuss the January 2024 regular meeting. Public comments are accepted.

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Tue Dec 12, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

✓ Decided: Programs Committee recommends $125M in single-family mortgage bonds for board approval

The Programs Committee reviewed and favorably recommended several funding requests and project modifications to the Full Board. These include bond issuances for single-family and multifamily housing and a unit reduction for a Lake Charles apartment project.

Tue Dec 12, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

LHC Committee considers $125 million in single-family mortgage revenue bonds

The Louisiana Housing Corporation Programs Committee is meeting to vote on several housing finance resolutions. The agenda includes authorizing new bond issuances, increasing funding for specific multifamily projects, and reviewing the 2025 Draft Qualified Allocation Plan.

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Wed Nov 8, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

LHC considers $22.4 million in bonds for Morningside at Joor Place

The Louisiana Housing Corporation Board of Directors will meet to review audit results and consider several housing-related resolutions. Key items include the issuance of multifamily housing revenue bonds and approvals for various service requests and programs.

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✓ Decided: LHC approves $22.4M in bonds for Morningside at Joor Place housing

The Board approved the issuance of multifamily housing revenue bonds for a development in Baton Rouge. The Board also authorized two new requests for proposals and established a home appliance replacement program for seniors.

Tue Nov 7, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

✓ Decided: LHC Administration Committee approves October meeting minutes

The Administration Committee approved the minutes from the October 10, 2023 meeting. The committee also received a status update on the search for a new Executive Director.

Tue Nov 7, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

LHC Committee to discuss Executive Director search update

The Administration Committee will meet to review an update from SSA Consultants regarding the search for a new LHC Executive Director. The committee will also vote to approve minutes from the October 10, 2023, meeting.

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Tue Nov 7, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

Audit Committee to review June 2023 audit results

The Audit Committee will meet to approve minutes from the August 2023 meeting and review audit results. The committee is scheduled to consider the report from external auditors Duplantier, Hrapmann, Hogan & Maher, LLP regarding the June 30, 2023 audit of various LHC funds and properties.

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Tue Nov 7, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

✓ Decided: Audit Committee recommends approval of June 30, 2023 Audit Results

The Audit Committee approved the minutes from the August 08, 2023 meeting. The committee also reviewed the June 30, 2023 Audit Results presented by DHHM LLP and voted to submit the report favorably to the Full Board.

Tue Nov 7, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

✓ Decided: Programs Committee recommends $22.4M in bonds for Baton Rouge housing project

The Programs Committee approved several resolutions to be submitted favorably to the Full Board for final approval. These include financing for a multifamily development and the issuance of three requests for proposals.

Tue Nov 7, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

Board to vote on $22.4M bonds for Baton Rouge multifamily housing

The Programs Committee will consider a resolution to issue up to $22.4 million in multifamily housing revenue bonds for Morningside at Joor Place in Baton Rouge. Other action items include authorizing RFPs for environmental services and consulting for homelessness and housing voucher programs, and approving a Home Appliance Replacement Program for seniors. Discussions will cover the 2025 Qualified Allocation Plan timeline, resilience initiatives, and program updates.

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Wed Oct 11, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

Board to vote on $3M additional bonds for Tivoli Place housing

The Louisiana Housing Corporation Board will consider several action items, including approving the minutes, reports, and resolutions. Key decisions include authorizing an additional $3 million in multifamily housing revenue bonds for Tivoli Place in New Orleans, setting the interim executive director's salary at $230,000, and approving a site change for Live Oak Village from Lake Charles to Pineville.

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✓ Decided: LHC approves $3M bond increase for Tivoli Place and new Interim Director salary

The Board approved a salary of $230,000 for Interim Executive Director Marjorianna Willman and authorized an additional $3 million in revenue bonds for the Tivoli Place project. The Board also approved a contract for executive search services and a site relocation for Live Oak Village.

Tue Oct 10, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

LHC board to set interim director salary at $230,000, hire search firm

The Louisiana Housing Corporation's Administration Committee will meet on October 10, 2023, to consider several actions. These include approving the minutes from the May 2023 meeting, abolishing previous delegations of authority and naming Interim Executive Director Marjorianna Willman as the authorized signatory, setting her salary at $230,000 per annum retroactive to September 29, 2023, and authorizing a contract with SSA Consultants for an executive director search. Public comments will be accepted in person and via email.

✓ Decided: Committee recommends $230,000 salary for Interim Executive Director

The Administration Committee approved several recommendations to be sent to the full Board of Directors. These include the appointment of an authorized signatory, a specific salary for the interim director, and a contract for an executive search.

Wed Sep 6, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

LHC Board to address Executive Director resignation and interim appointment

The Louisiana Housing Corporation Board of Directors will meet to handle leadership changes and loan program administration. The board is deciding on the resignation of the Executive Director and the appointment of an interim replacement.

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Wed Aug 9, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

LHC considers $80 million in single family mortgage revenue bonds

The Louisiana Housing Corporation Board of Directors will vote on bond purchases and the allocation of State Housing Trust Funds for specific housing projects. The board will also address audit compliance matters.

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✓ Decided: LHC Board approves $80M bond purchase and $850K in housing trust funds

The Board approved the purchase of up to $80 million in Single Family Mortgage Revenue Bonds. Additionally, the Board awarded $850,000 in State Housing Trust Funds to projects in Ville Platte and Abbeville. The Board also adopted the Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire for Audit Engagements.

Tue Aug 8, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

Audit Committee to review compliance questionnaire and past meeting minutes

The Louisiana Housing Corporation Audit Committee is meeting to approve the minutes from the November 09, 2022, meeting. The committee will also vote on a resolution to adopt the completed Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire for Audit Engagements of Governmental Entities.

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✓ Decided: Audit Committee adopts compliance questionnaire for full board review

The Audit Committee approved the minutes from November 9, 2022. The committee also adopted a Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire for Audit Engagements of Governmental Entities to be submitted to the Full Board on August 9, 2023.

Tue Aug 8, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

LHC Committee to consider $80 million bond proposal and housing fund awards

The Louisiana Housing Corporation Programs Committee is meeting to vote on a proposal for up to $80,000,000 in single-family mortgage revenue bonds. The committee will also consider awarding State Housing Trust Funds to several apartment projects in Ville Platte and Abbeville.

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Wed Jul 12, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

Board to vote on $80M single-family bonds and five multifamily projects

The Louisiana Housing Corporation Board will consider several bond issuances for affordable housing, including $80 million in single-family mortgage revenue bonds and over $67 million in multifamily housing revenue bonds for five projects. The board will also elect a chair and vice-chair for 2023-2024 and approve final rankings for low-income housing tax credits under the 2024 Qualified Allocation Plan.

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✓ Decided: LHC Board approves over $130M in housing bonds and 2024 QAP rankings

The Board approved several Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds for developments in Lake Charles, Lafayette, and Marrero, as well as $80M in Single Family Mortgage Revenue Bonds. The Board also approved the final rankings for the 2024 Qualified Allocation Plan. Additionally, the Board elected new officers for the 2023-2024 term.

Tue Jul 11, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

LHC Programs Committee considers multi-million dollar housing bond issuances

The Louisiana Housing Corporation Programs Committee is meeting to consider several resolutions for issuing multifamily housing revenue bonds. The committee will also review final rankings for the 2024 Qualified Allocation Plan and a proposal for $80 million in single-family mortgage revenue bonds.

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✓ Decided: Programs Committee recommends several multifamily bond issues for full board approval

The Programs Committee voted to favorably submit multiple multifamily housing revenue bond requests and the 2024 QAP Final Rankings to the Full Board. The committee also recommended the issuance of single-family mortgage revenue bonds. All recommended items are pending final approval at the July 12, 2023 BODM.

Wed Jun 7, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

✓ Decided: LHC approves multiple multifamily housing bond issues and new FY2024 budget

The Board approved the operating budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. It authorized several multifamily housing revenue bonds for developments in Shreveport, Monroe, Lafayette, Lake Charles, and Iowa. The Board also selected Franklin Associates LLC for disaster recovery housing program management.

Wed Jun 7, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

LHC board to vote on $155M in bonds for 11 multifamily housing projects

The Louisiana Housing Corporation Board will vote on resolutions to issue up to $155 million in multifamily housing revenue bonds for 11 developments across the state, and to allocate 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits to each. The board will also consider supplemental bond increases for four existing projects, select a contractor for disaster recovery program management, and adopt the FY2024 operating budget. Discussions are scheduled on the Rural Rental Rehab Program, LIHEAP, and the PRIME NOFA.

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Wed Jun 7, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

✓ Decided: Programs Committee recommends multiple housing bond approvals to Full Board

The Programs Committee unanimously approved the May 10, 2023 minutes and recommended several multifamily housing revenue bond resolutions to the Full Board. The committee also favorably recommended selecting Franklin Associates, LLC for disaster response and recovery program management.

Wed Jun 7, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

LHC board to vote on $155M in bonds for 11 affordable housing projects

The Programs Committee will vote on resolutions to issue up to $155 million in multifamily housing revenue bonds for 11 developments across Louisiana, including projects in Shreveport, Monroe, Lafayette, Lake Charles, and Iowa. The board will also consider supplemental bond increases for four existing projects and a contract for disaster recovery program management. Discussions are scheduled on the Rural Rental Rehab Program, LIHEAP, and the PRIME NOFA.

Tue May 30, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

LHC Budget and Finance Committee to discuss Fiscal Year 2024 operating budget

The Louisiana Housing Corporation Budget and Finance Committee will meet to discuss the operating budget for Fiscal Year 2024, covering July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024. The committee will also consider approving minutes from a June 2022 meeting.

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✓ Decided: Budget and Finance Committee approves draft FY24 operating budget for full board review

The Budget and Finance Committee approved the draft FY24 operating budget to be reported to the Full Board. The proposed budget includes total operating receipts of $23,331,100.00 and total operating expenditures of $23,114,872.00. The committee also approved the minutes from the June 14, 2022 meeting.

Wed May 10, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

✓ Decided: LHC Board approves salary increase for Executive Director and multiple housing bonds

The Board unanimously approved a salary increase for Executive Director Joshua G. Hollins and adopted a new Contract Management Policy. The Board also authorized several multifamily housing revenue bonds for developments across Louisiana and approved a $60M single-family mortgage revenue bond.

Wed May 10, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

LHC Board to vote on numerous multifamily housing revenue bonds

The Louisiana Housing Corporation Board of Directors is meeting to decide on the issuance and expansion of several multifamily housing revenue bonds across the state. The board will also discuss homeownership policy, executive director evaluation, and the FY 23-24 operating budget.

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Wed May 10, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

✓ Decided: Programs Committee recommends multiple housing bond resolutions for Full Board approval

The Programs Committee reviewed and favorably recommended several resolutions for multifamily and single-family housing revenue bonds to the Full Board. The committee also recommended a resolution to allow staff to administratively approve funding gap reductions for certain affordable housing projects. One program guide was approved for submission to the Full Board.

Wed May 10, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

LHC board to vote on $200M+ in bonds for 15 affordable housing projects

The Programs Committee will consider resolutions to issue or supplement multifamily housing revenue bonds for 15 developments across Louisiana, totaling over $200 million. The board will also vote on a resolution to allow staff to reduce unit counts in previously awarded projects to close funding gaps, and on a $60 million single-family mortgage revenue bond issuance. The meeting includes public comment and discussion of homeownership policy.

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Tue May 9, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

LHC Committee to discuss Executive Director evaluation and contract policy

The Administration Committee of the Louisiana Housing Corporation Board of Directors will meet to discuss the process for evaluating the LHC Executive Director. The committee will also hold a discussion regarding the LHC Contract Management Policy.

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Wed Apr 12, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

LHC considers $45 million in bonds for Tivoli Place in New Orleans

The Louisiana Housing Corporation Board of Directors is meeting to approve funding awards and bond issuances. The board will consider a resolution to finance a multifamily housing development in New Orleans.

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✓ Decided: LHC approves $45M in bonds for Tivoli Place housing in New Orleans

The Board approved the issuance of up to $45 million in Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds for the Tivoli Place development. The Board also approved the final awards list for the 2022/2023 PRIME-2 NOFA and designated April 2023 as Fair Housing Month.

Tue Apr 11, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

Committee to consider $45M bond for Tivoli Place multifamily development

The Programs Committee will vote on several action items, including a resolution of intention to issue up to $45 million in multifamily housing revenue bonds for Tivoli Place in New Orleans, and a resolution approving the final awards list for the 2022/2023 PRIME-2 NOFA for residential rental facilities. The committee will also consider a resolution declaring April 2023 as Fair Housing Month. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes, public comments, and reports.

✓ Decided: Programs Committee recommends $45M in bonds for Tivoli Place in New Orleans

The Programs Committee approved several resolutions to be submitted to the Full Board for final approval. These include a funding list for the 2022/2023 PRIME-2 NOFA and a resolution commemorating Fair Housing Month.

Wed Mar 22, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

Board to vote on $74M multifamily housing bond for Reserve at Joor Place

The Louisiana Housing Corporation Board will consider approving up to $74.28 million in multifamily housing revenue bonds for The Reserve at Joor Place in Baton Rouge. They will also vote on issuing up to $60 million in single-family mortgage revenue bonds and authorizing a request for proposals for disaster response housing program management services. Discussions are scheduled on bond efficiency policy and procurement policy changes.

✓ Decided: LHC approves $134M in housing bonds and disaster recovery RFP

The Board approved the purchase of $74.2M in bonds for The Reserve at Joor Place and authorized the issuance of up to $60M in Single Family Mortgage Revenue Bonds. The Board also authorized a Request for Proposals for disaster response and recovery housing program management.

Wed Mar 22, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

LHC Board holds retreat with governance training and strategic planning

The Louisiana Housing Corporation Board of Directors is holding a two-day retreat on March 22-23, 2023, featuring civil law training on open meetings and public records, board governance and strategic planning, board administration matters, parliamentary procedures, and an overview of LHC programs. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of informational sessions and training.

Wed Feb 8, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

Board to vote on $547,000 housing trust fund for Baton Rouge project

The Louisiana Housing Corporation Board of Directors is meeting to consider one action item: a resolution awarding $547,000 in State Housing Trust Funds for BR RDA II, a development at 5551 Paige Street in Baton Rouge. The board will also approve previous meeting minutes, hear public comments, and receive reports from the chairman and executive director.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $547,000 in State Housing Trust Funds for BR RDA II

The Board of Directors approved a resolution to allocate State Housing Trust Funds for a project in Baton Rouge. The board also approved the minutes from the January 18, 2023 meeting.

Tue Feb 7, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

LHC considers $547,000 in funding for BR RDA II

The Louisiana Housing Corporation Programs Committee is meeting to discuss homelessness prevention initiatives and bond deals. The committee is also considering a resolution to allocate State Housing Trust Funds for a specific project in Baton Rouge.

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✓ Decided: Programs Committee recommends $547,000 in trust funds for BR RDA II

The Programs Committee approved a resolution to recommend the award of State Housing Trust Funds for a project in Baton Rouge. The committee also received presentations on bond deals and homelessness prevention initiatives.

Wed Jan 18, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

Board to approve 2024 Qualified Allocation Plan and multiple housing bonds

The Louisiana Housing Corporation Board will consider approving the state's 2024 Qualified Allocation Plan for low-income housing tax credits. They will also vote on several bond resolutions to finance multifamily housing developments in Baton Rouge, West Monroe, Ponchatoula, and New Orleans, totaling over $142 million. Additionally, the board will swear in two reappointed members and approve the previous meeting's minutes.

✓ Decided: LHC Board approves 2024 Qualified Allocation Plan and multiple housing bonds

The Board unanimously approved the State's 2024 Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP) and authorized several million-dollar mortgage revenue bonds for housing projects. One agenda item regarding RDA II was withdrawn for further review.

Tue Jan 17, 2023

Housing Corporation Board of Directors

LHC Administration Committee to discuss pay equity study

The Louisiana Housing Corporation Administration Committee is meeting to review internal administrative matters. The session includes a discussion on the LHC Pay Equity Study and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Administration Committee accepts LHC Pay Equity Study

The Administration Committee approved the minutes from September 13, 2022. The committee also accepted a compensation review conducted by SSA Consultants, which found that entry-level pay ranges were not competitive.