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March, 26, 2013 - San Antonio Housing Authority

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Utilizing an effective homeownership program<br />

Selling homes<br />

Leveraging and integrating with Westside community initiatives<br />

Maintaining consistent communication and outreach with the neighborhoods<br />

The Board of Commissioners and the SAHA staff will continue to work with neighborhood<br />

partners to determine the best possible way to accomplish these goals.<br />

Item 11:<br />

Update and discussion regarding the Non-Profit <strong>Housing</strong> Community Survey.<br />

Mr. Fernandez informed the Commissioners and the residents that SAHA will be conducting a<br />

resident survey at the 19 nonprofit communities currently managed by SAHA and Orion<br />

Management. The purpose of this survey is to receive feedback from the residents in the<br />

following areas:<br />

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customer service<br />

maintenance repair<br />

property curb appeal<br />

security<br />

resident activities<br />

The survey is currently in draft form but the final survey is scheduled to be distributed on Friday,<br />

February 22, <strong>2013</strong>.<br />

Item 12:<br />

Public Comment.<br />

Resident comments and issues raised:<br />

1. Several residents expressed their gratitude to SAHA for installing new safety lights and<br />

additional fencing.<br />

2. A number of concerns were raised about a vacant house, owned by Urban Connections, that<br />

is in poor condition. Drug-related items have been found on the property.<br />

3. Resident stated he was unhappy that there are no African Americans on the SAHA Board of<br />

Commissioners. He believes SAHA is lacking in racial diversity.<br />

Ms. Castro Ramirez invited the residents to remain after the meeting adjourned to meet with the<br />

property managers regarding any concerns they may have.<br />

Item 13:<br />

Briefing on Lincoln Heights Courts and tour of property.<br />

Lincoln Heights was built in 1940 with a total of 338 residential units, including 17 handicappedaccessible<br />

units. There are 91 one-bedroom units; 156 two-bedroom units; 87 three-bedroom<br />

units and 4 four-bedroom units. The property provides an on-site case worker; urban connection<br />

community center; food commodities; summer food program; fitness services; kids club; summer<br />

youth employment program; and various health fairs throughout the year.<br />

The property is located in the <strong>San</strong> <strong>Antonio</strong> Independent School District, which includes Crockett<br />

Elementary, Pauline Nelson Elementary; Irving Middle School; and Thomas Jefferson High<br />

School. The property is located in City Council District 1, represented by Councilman Diego M.<br />

Bernal.<br />

The meeting was attending by approximately 20 residents.<br />

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