LHA Minutes - 09/30/2026
MINUTES
THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF LAFAYETTE
The Board of Commissioner's Regular Meeting
September 30, 2026
The Board of Commissioners of the Housing Authority of the City of LaFayette, Alabama met on Wednesday, September 30, 2026. The meeting was held at the LaFayette Housing Authority's Administration
Office located at 301 First Avenue, LaFayette, AL 36862.
CALL TO ORDER
The Board of Commissioner's Regular Meeting was called to order at 12:28 pm by Chairperson Barbara Leverett. Sharon Tolbert, CEO, acted as Secretary/Treasurer.
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Barbara Leverett, Peggy King, and Martha Holloway
Others Present: Sharon Tolbert (Secretary/Treasurer), Tabitha Griffin (Staff), and Wendy Cochran (Staff-Virtual)
Commissioners Absent: Mary Lyerly-Owens and Elton Holloway
There was a quorum for the purpose of conducting business.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Chairperson Leverett asked if there were any changes to the Agenda. There were no changes. Chairperson Leverett asked for a motion to approve the Agenda. Commissioner King moved to approve the Agenda. Commissioner M. Holloway seconded the motion, and all members voted aye. Chairperson Leverett declared the Agenda approved.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Chairperson Leverett asked if there were any changes to the June 17, 2026, Annual Meeting Minutes. There were no changes. Chairperson Leverett asked for a motion to approve the Minutes. Commissioner King moved that the June 17, 2026, Minutes be approved as received. Commissioner M. Holloway seconded the motion, and all members voted aye. Chairperson Leverett declared the Minutes approved.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments.
FINANCIAL REPORTS
A. Accounts Payable Report: Auburn Housing Authority
The Board was given a copy of the Accounts Payable Report. Wendy Cochran, COO, informed the Board that the accounts payable balances are current for expenses through May-June 2026. The report was reviewed and discussed.
B. General Fund: May 2026-June 2026
Commissioners were provided with copies of the reports for May 2026 to June 2026; detailed financial reports were forwarded via email. Wendy Cochran, COO, reviewed the Income and Expense Comparison Report and Board Operating Statement/Budget Report and asked if there were any questions.
Chairperson Leverett asked for a motion to approve Financial Reports. Commissioner M. Holloway moved that the Financial Reports be approved as received. Commissioner King seconded the motion, and all members voted aye. Chairperson Leverett declared the Financial Reports approved.
A copy of the financial reports is attached and made a part of the Minutes.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Street Closure Updates
Secretary/Treasurer Tolbert provided the Board with the updates from the Mayor's office regarding requirements and process for the City to close off the streets for any LHA events that may require street closures. There were various discussions.
NEW BUSINESS
A. RESOLUTION FYE2027-001: FYE2026 Performance Award
Resolution FYE2027-001 was introduced by Chairperson Leverett. Commissioners were provided a copy of the resolution and supporting documentation. Secretary/Treasurer Tolbert informed the Board that the resolution is to approve the FYB2026 Performance Award. There was discussion.
Chairperson Leverett asked for a motion to approve Resolution FYE2027-001. Commissioner M. Holloway moved that the resolution be approved as received. Commissioner King seconded the motion, and all members voted aye. Chairperson Leverett declared the resolution approved.
B. Next Meeting
The next Board meeting will be held on December 16, 2026, at 12:30 pm. The date and time are subject to change. A Special Meeting will be held if time-sensitive items require Board action.
DEPARTMENT AND MISCELLANEOUS REPORTS
A. Multifamily Housing Department
Commissioners were given a copy of the Multifamily Housing Department Report. The report reflected units leased, work orders completed, units turned, and PCA updates through August 2026. The report was reviewed.
B. Miscellaneous
Commissioners were given a copy of the Miscellaneous Report. Secretary/Treasurer Tolbert reviewed the Miscellaneous Report, which included various updates.
C. Board Communications
Chairperson Leverett encouraged the Board to learn more about their roles and changes within the housing authority. There were various discussions regarding other programs and services. Secretary/CEO Tolbert thanked the Board for attending the meeting. Copies of the reports are attached and made part of the Minutes.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Chairperson Leverett adjourned the meeting at 1:30pm.