Mary Shepherd Home Citizens' Advisory Committee

Shepherd Home Advisory Committee MINUTES January 11, 2023 5:00 Location: Zoom video or inperson Those in Attendance: Col. Phil Cacciola, Chair; Vinnie Loffredo; Vice-Chair; Atty. Ralph Wilson, Veteran Larry Riley, Retired, Atty. Seb Giuliano, Carl Rodenhizer, Columbus House Phil opened the meeting at 5:00. Minutes were approved for the December 14 meeitng Occupancy There are four vacancies as reported by DeMarco Management. Prospective tenants have been lined up to fill all units. Two units are waiting for inspection, one unit is with the housing authority waiting for a background check and one unit, the housing authority has just received the tenant’s application. Facility issues Elite Roofing has completed the roof replacement as of January 5. There were no issues with the removal and installation. Sean Donadio from Northeast Collaborative Architects supervised the replacement and was satisfied with Elite’s performance. Open items include: • Solar lights on the flag pole • Ramp by Southern Porch o A unit was discussed and available that will be an inexpensive option that all agreed to pursue and test its viability. • Security at Porches Open work orders were reviewed. Additional information is to be added to their presentation to include dates and when items are closed. Memorandums Agreements with DeMarco and St Vincent DePaul are to be revised and monitored to assure contracts are current and there are provisions for adequate insurance. Property Manager Takisha Bryant, Christine’s replacement, will be invited to attend the February meeting to be introduced to the committee. Next meeting, February 8, 2023 Submitted by, Carl Rodenhizer