At a glance
The Hudson Community Development and Planning Agency held the second part of a special meeting Wednesday, November 13. The board voted to withdraw $95,000 from a maturing certificate of deposit to support the Housing Trust Fund through April, reinvesting the remaining $110,000 in a new five-month CD at just under 4 percent interest. Members reviewed a draft 2026 budget and approved bills through October 22. The board also confirmed that a property associated with a 2031 balloon loan will remain with its current owner and will not transfer to Bard.
Executive Session and Attorney Committee Recommendation
The board concluded an executive session to consult with their attorney. No decision was made during the closed session. The board voted to accept the attorney committee's recommendation to provide an edited or complete document for review and approval at the next meeting.
Key points
- The board came out of executive session after meeting with their attorney
- No decisions were made in executive session
- The board voted to accept the attorney committee's recommendation to present a complete document at the next meeting for review and approval
Auditor Recommendations and Closing Checklist
Logan reported on an informal call with the agency's auditor. The auditor is helping compile a checklist and closing procedures before the agency enters its audit process.
Key points
- The auditor is helping create a comprehensive checklist before the audit begins
- Logan will review adjustments, journal entries, and a closing checklist with the treasurer in January
- The auditor provided advice and suggestions to prepare for next year's audit
2026 Budget Review
Logan presented a draft 2026 budget based on the Housing Trust Fund and agency operating expenses. The budget includes city contributions, professional services, supplies, and reimbursements to the city for staff salary.
Key points
- The city's 2026 contribution to the Housing Trust Fund is $20,000, down from $40,000 in 2025
- Operating expenses include professional services (Logan, Chris, and the auditor), supplies and materials (QuickBooks and checks), and insurance
- The Housing Trust Fund reimburses the city completely for Michelle's salary and benefits using funds from an ADL grant
- Investment earnings come from a certificate of deposit held by the agency
- The board will vote on the budget at the November 21 meeting
Several speakers were not clearly identified in the auto-caption transcript. Names and roles were attributed only when clearly stated.
Galvin Revolving Loan Status
Logan reported on the status of a revolving loan to Galvin associated with a property at 47 North Front Street. The property is not being transferred, and the balloon loan matures in 2031.
Key points
- Dan Kent informed Logan that the property at 47 North Front Street is not being transferred
- The property will remain in Galvin's hands, and the loan status is unchanged
- The balloon loan matures in 2031
- If the property had been transferred, the full payment would have been due
Certificate of Deposit Reinvestment
The board voted to withdraw $95,000 from a maturing certificate of deposit to support the Housing Trust Fund through April and to reinvest the remaining $110,000 in a new five-month CD.
Key points
- The CD matured on November 13, and the agency is within a 10-day grace period
- The board voted to withdraw $95,000 from the CD to provide funds to the Housing Trust Fund through April
- The remaining $110,000 will be reinvested in a new five-month CD maturing April 13, 2026
- The interest rate on the new CD is just under 4 percent
- One or more signatories will need to go to the bank to authorize the transaction
One or more board signatories will need to visit the bank to sign paperwork authorizing the CD withdrawal and reinvestment.
Bill Approval
The board approved bills through October 22, including Logan's bill for work through that date and Chris's September bill.
Key points
- Bills approved cover expenses through October 22
- Logan's bill for work through October 22 was included
- Chris's bill from September was included (Chris bills monthly)
- The board will review November bills at the next meeting
Old Business and Updates
Logan reported that the flood plain administration responsibility has been transferred to the DPW superintendent through Common Council action. The agency returned a check with a cover letter as advised by Chris.
Key points
- The flood plain administration responsibility was transferred to the superintendent of the Department of Public Works through Common Council action
- Logan returned a check with a cover letter following Chris's guidance
- No new business was introduced
- A Hudson Roots meeting took place the previous night to discuss goals for next year; minutes will be shared at the next meeting
Adjournment
The board thanked Logan and Michelle for their work preparing the budget. The meeting was adjourned with a vote.
Key points
- Board members thanked Logan and Michelle for their work on the budget
- Logan credited Michelle with institutional knowledge
- The board voted to adjourn
- The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 21
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