San Antonio Housing Trust Foundation
Regular MeetingSan Antonio, TX · January 20, 2023
Agenda
Posted on 1.13.2023 at 3:54 PM
AGENDA
A Regular Board Meeting for:
SAN ANTONIO HOUSING TRUST FOUNDATION
will be held at Municipal Plaza B Room
114 W Commerce St., San Antonio, TX 78205
and virtually via ZOOM:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89802122410?pwd=VjdIRm03aU11b1YxK0lpTGREK0p0QT09
DIAL‐IN NUMBER: 1‐346‐248‐7799 MEETING ID: 898 0212 2410 PASSWORD: 057693
On Friday, January 20, 2023, beginning at 2:00 p.m. or immediately following the
adjournment of the San Antonio Housing Trust PFC Board Meeting
NOTICE: A quorum of the board of directors will be physically located at 114 W Commerce St.,
San Antonio, TX 78205 at 2:00 p.m. One or more of the Directors may attend this meeting by
video conference pursuant to the requirements set forth in the Texas Open Meetings Act. An
electronic copy of the agenda packet may be accessed at the San Antonio Housing Trust website
under the CALENDAR/Board Meeting date page prior to the meeting.
NOTICE: This meeting of the Board, being held for the reasons listed below, is authorized in
accordance with the Texas Government Code, Sections 551.001 ‐ 551.146. Verification of Notice
of Meeting and Agenda are on file in the Office of the Executive Director.
1. Call to Order and Roll Call
2. Discussion and possible action to approve minutes of November 18, 2022
3. Public Comment – Interested speakers will have 3 minutes each to address the
Board on agenda items or housing policy related matters.
4. Discussion and possible action to approve a resolution authorizing releasing a
Request for Qualifications for On‐Call Project Management and Owners
Representative.
5. Discussion and possible action to approve a resolution authorizing releasing a
Request for Qualifications for On‐Call Architectural Services.
6. Adjournment.
Executive Session. The San Antonio Housing Trust reserves the right to adjourn into Executive Session
at any time during the course of this meeting to discuss any of the matters listed on the posted
agenda, above, as authorized by the Texas Government Code, Sections 551.071 (consultation with
attorney), 551.072 (deliberations about real property), 551.073 (deliberations about gifts and
donations), 551.074 (personnel matters), 551.076 (deliberations about security devices), and 551.087
(economic development). ANY ITEM DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION MAY BE ACTED ON IN OPEN
SESSION
Attendance by Other Elected or Appointed Officials: It is possible that members City boards,
commissions and/or committees may attend the open meeting in numbers that may constitute a
quorum. Notice is hereby given that the meeting, to the extent required by law, is also noticed as a
meeting of any other boards, commissions and/or committees of the City, whose members may be
in attendance in numbers constituting a quorum. These members of other City boards, commissions,
and/or committees may not deliberate or take action on items listed on the agenda. [Attorney
General Opinion – No. GA‐0957 (2012)].
This facility is wheelchair accessible and accessible parking spaces are available. Requests for
accommodation or interpretative services must be made 48 hours prior to this meeting. Please
contact Nicole Collazo, for concerns or requests, at (210) 735‐2772 or FAX (210) 735‐2112.
San Antonio Housing Trust Foundation
Agenda Item 2
This item includes the approval of minutes from the November 18, 2022, meeting.
San Antonio Housing Trust Foundation
2023 OFFICIAL MEETING MINUTES
DATE: Friday, November 18, 2022
TIME AND PLACE: The San Antonio Housing Trust Foundation met in session at 2:20 p.m.,
via Zoom and in person at 114 W Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78205.
PRESENT: Antoinette Brumfield, Eric Cooper, Councilman Jalen McKee-Rodriguez
Councilman John Courage, Jordan Ghawi, Rachell Hathaway, Marinella Murillo,
Jane Pacione, Mark Carmona, and Councilwoman Phyllis Viagran.
ABSENT: Councilwoman Adriana Rocha Garcia and Councilwoman Teri Castillo
STAFF/VISITORS PRESENT:
Pedro Alanis- Executive Director San Antonio Housing Trust Foundation INC.; Nicole Collazo-
Director of Operations San Antonio Housing Trust Foundation INC.; Tom Roth- Director of
Development; John Hernandez- Senior Asset Manager; Lauren Bejaran- Sr. Administrative
Assistant San Antonio Housing Trust Foundation INC.; Ruben Lizalde- D3; Edward Muniga-
D4; Ileana Sandoval- D9; Summer Greathouse- Attorney Bracewell; Clarissa Rodriguez-
Attorney DNRBZ.
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL: The meeting was called to order by Vice
President Jane Paccione and the roll was called by Lauren Bejaran.
2. APPROVAL OF BOARD MEETING MINUTES FOR OCTOBER 21, 2022.
Councilman John Courage motioned, and Councilman Jalen McKee-Rodriguez seconded
for approval of the October 21, 2022, minutes with the noted corrections.
AYES:10
NAYS:
ABSTAINED:
THE MOTION PASSED.
3. CITIZENS TO BE HEARD-INTERESTED SPEAKERS WILL HAVE 3 MINUTES
EACH TO ADDRESS THE BOARD ON AGENDA ITEMS OR HOUSING POLICY
RELATED MATTERS; A TOTAL OF 15 MINUTES WILL BE PROVIDED.
NONE.
NO ACTION WAS TAKEN.
4. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION TO APPROVE A RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING RELEASING A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR
COMMUNITY LAND TRUST TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE GRANT.
Pete Alanis briefed to the board about The San Antonio Housing Trust releasing a Request
for Proposals to provide Foundation funds for technical assistance to facilitate the
establishment of Community Land Trusts (CLT’s). The CLT’s would provide a source of
permanently affordable homeownership and rental housing for current and future
generations of families that are at risk for gentrification. The Finance and Audit Committee
met on Wednesday, November 9, 2022, and approved to move forward the Request for
Proposals to the full Board for consideration.
Marinella Murillo recommended the deadline to submit questions concerning the RFP and
evaluation period process be moved 2 weeks after January 1, 2023.
MINUTES COMMISSION ACTION:
Councilman Jalen McKee-Rodriguez motioned, and Eric Cooper seconded for approval of a
resolution authorizing releasing a request for proposals for Community Land Trust
Technical Assistance Grant.
AYES: 10
NAYS:
ABSTAINED:
THE MOTION PASSED.
5. ADJOURNMENT
Vice President Jane Paccione adjourned the meeting. There being no further business, the
meeting adjourned at 2:52 p.m.
San Antonio Housing Trust Foundation
Agenda Item 3
Public Comment
Interested speakers will have 3 minutes each to address the Board on agenda items or housing
policy related matters; a total of 15 minutes will be provided. Instructions to sign up for Public
Comment via Zoom video conference.
To sign up for Public Comment please call 210‐735‐2772 24 hours prior to this meeting to place
your name on the list.
San Antonio Housing Trust Foundation
Agenda Item 4
Discussion and possible action to consider a resolution authorizing releasing a Request for
Qualifications for On‐Call Project Management/Owners Representative
Summary:
The San Antonio Housing Trust (SAHT) has several strategic goals that require the renovation of
existing affordable housing rental units, construction of new affordable housing units, and other
community development related efforts. SAHT is releasing a Request for Qualifications to seek
qualified on‐call Project Management/Advisory Services/Owner Representation services to
provide an array of services depending on SAHT’s need on various housing development and
construction related efforts.
Qualifications
Qualified individuals or firms will represent the SAHT in all phases of the development process
and must have demonstrated competency and experience centered on project management,
cost estimating, permitting, oversight of architectural and engineering services, land use &
constraint analysis, contract performance risk, procurement & contract negotiation, and
monitoring construction draw and construction timelines.
Qualified individuals or firms should also be well‐versed in the issues associated with building
information models, computer‐based schedule programs, web‐based file management and
information systems, and other engineering and construction technology tools being used by
sophisticated design and construction firms.
Qualified individuals or firms should have a thorough understanding of a broad range of technical,
administrative, and contractual issues as well as an effective communication style.
Qualified individuals or firms should have an established track record of working on large scale
multifamily development in the state of Texas and the San Antonio submarket.
Evaluation Criteria
Responsive Proposals will then be raked and scored based on the following point scale.
Criteria Points
Demonstration of substantial and comprehensive experience with the above 50
Qualifications involving major rehabilitation and ground up construction of multi‐
family housing.
Professional qualifications and licensing of the individual or firm’s key team 25
members and references.
Respondent’s record and experience with non‐profit, public housing entities, and 10
other public agencies
Respondent’s insurability, status of current work, and workload 5
Certified minority‐and women‐owned business enterprises and/or the employment 5
of minority group members and women in the performance of the Trust Contract
Local office location, access, and availability to SAHT 5
Recommendation
The Finance and Audit Committee met on Tuesday, January 10th and approved to move forward
the Request for Qualifications to the full Board for consideration.
Attachment:
Draft RFP
Resolution
SAN ANTONIO HOUSING TRUST FOUNDATION, INC.
RESOLUTION _____________
A RESOLUTION OF THE SAN ANTONIO HOUSING TRUST
FOUNDATION TO ADVERTISE FOR REQUEST FOR
QUALIFICATIONS FOR ON-CALL PROJECT
MANAGEMENT/ADVISORY SERVICE/OWNERS
REPRESENTATION; AND AUTHORIZING ANY ADDITIONAL
ACTIONS REASONABLY NECESSARY THEREWITH;
PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND ESTABLISHING
AN EFFECTIVE DATE
WHEREAS, the San Antonio Housing Trust Foundation, Inc. (Housing Trust) continues to
develop long range plans to ensure the Housing Trust moves forward in a direction consistent
with the adopted goals and visions of the Housing Trust to achieve the affordable housing
production and preservation goals in San Antonio; and
WHEREAS, the Housing Trust requires the services of a qualified On-Call Project
Management/Advisory Services/Owners Representation individual or firm to provide an array of
services depending on the Housing Trust’s need on various housing development and
construction related efforts; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Directors finds that advertising a Request for Qualifications for On-
Call Project Management/Advisory Services/Owners Representation is in the best interest of the
Housing Trust.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SAN ANTONIO HOUSING TRUST
FOUNDATION, INC. THAT:
Section 1. The San Antonio Housing Trust’s Executive Director is authorized and directed to
advertise for the Request for Qualifications for On-Call Project Management/Advisory
Services/Owners Representation. The Executive Director is further authorized to take all actions
reasonably necessary to implement the intent of this Resolution.
Section 2. The recitals contained in the preamble hereof are hereby found to be true, and such
recitals are hereby made a part of this Resolution for all purposes and are adopted as part of the
judgment and finding of the Board of Directors.
Section 3. All Resolutions, or parts thereof, which are in conflict or inconsistent with any
provision of this Resolution are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict, and the provisions
of this Resolution shall be and remain controlling as to the matters resolved herein.
Section 4. This Resolution shall be construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the
State of Texas and the United States of America.
Section 5. If any provision of this Resolution or the application thereof to any person or
circumstance shall be held to be invalid, the remainder of this Resolution and the application of
such provision to other persons and circumstances shall nevertheless be valid, and the Board of
Directors hereby declares that this Resolution would have been enacted without such invalid
provision.
Section 6. It is officially found, determined, and declared that the meeting at which this
Resolution is adopted was open to the public and public notice of the time, place, and subject
matter of the public business to be considered at such meeting, including this Resolution, was
given, all as required by Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, as amended.
Section 7. This Resolution shall be in force and effect from and after its final passage, and it is so
resolved.
PASSED and APPROVED this the ___day of January, 2023
SIGNED:
Councilwoman Adriana Rocha Garcia
President
ATTEST:
Jordan Ghawi, Secretary
San Antonio Housing Trust Foundation
Agenda Item 5
Discussion and possible action to consider a resolution authorizing releasing a Request for
Qualifications for On‐Call Architectural Services
Summary:
The San Antonio Housing Trust (SAHT) has several strategic goals that require the renovation of
existing affordable housing rental units, construction of new affordable housing units, adaptive
reuse of existing structures for primarily for residential housing, and other community
development or master site planning related efforts. SAHT is releasing a Request for
Qualifications to seek a qualified Architectural firm services to provide an array of services
depending on SAHT’s need on various housing master planning, development, and construction
related efforts.
Qualifications
Qualified individuals or firms will represent the SAHT in all phases of the project including
feasibility analysis, conceptual renderings, cost estimation, site and redevelopment planning,
master planning; structural/mechanical/electrical/plumbing civil engineering; landscape
architecture; universal design, green/energy efficient and utility conversation review and design;
and other related services required for completion of work items.
Qualified individuals or firms will have demonstrated competency and experience centered on
master planning, space needs assessment, universal design, accessible design, contract bidding,
local permitting requirements, project oversight, with a particular focus on affordable multi‐
family residential new construction, rehabilitation, adaptive reuse, mixed use, and historic
preservation efforts.
Qualified individuals or firms should also be well‐versed in issues associated with low‐income
housing tax credits, historic tax credits, environmental, and other local, state, & federal
requirements that impact the design and development process including certifications.
Qualified individuals or firms should have a thorough understanding of zoning rules and
regulations; building and fire code requirements, development of design and construction
documents, cost estimates and analysis; bid proposal evaluations; product/material submittal
reviews, as built drawings, value engineering concepts and physical property assessments to
identify life/safety issues, immediate and long‐term capital repairs/replacements.
Qualified individuals or firms should have an established track record of working on large scale
affordable and multi‐family housing developments in the state of Texas and the San Antonio
submarket.
Evaluation Criteria
Responsive Proposals will then be raked and scored based on the following point scale.
Criteria Points
Demonstration of substantial and comprehensive experience with the above 50
Qualifications
Professional qualifications and licensing of individuals who will perform the work 30
Respondent’s record and experience with non‐profit, housing trusts, and other 5
public agencies
Respondent’s insurability, status of current work, and workload 5
Certified minority‐and women‐owned business enterprises and/or the employment 5
of minority group members and women in the performance of the Trust Contract
Local office location, access, and availability to the Trust entities 5
Recommendation
The Finance and Audit Committee met on Tuesday, January 10th and approved to move forward
the Request for Qualifications to the full Board for consideration.
Attachment:
Draft RFP
Resolution
SAN ANTONIO HOUSING TRUST FOUNDATION, INC.
RESOLUTION _____________
A RESOLUTION OF THE SAN ANTONIO HOUSING TRUST
FOUNDATION TO ADVERTISE FOR REQUEST FOR
QUALIFICATIONS FOR ON-CALL ARCHITECTURAL
SERVICES; AND AUTHORIZING ANY ADDITIONAL ACTIONS
REASONABLY NECESSARY THEREWITH; PROVIDING A
SEVERABILITY CLAUSE AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE
WHEREAS, the San Antonio Housing Trust Foundation, Inc. (Housing Trust) continues to
develop long range plans to ensure the Housing Trust moves forward in a direction consistent
with the adopted goals and visions of the Housing Trust to achieve the affordable housing
production and preservation goals in San Antonio; and
WHEREAS, the Housing Trust requires the services of a qualified On-Call Architectural
Services firm to provide an array of services depending on the Housing Trust’s need on various
housing development and construction related efforts; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Directors finds that advertising a Request for Qualifications for On-
Call Architectural Services is in the best interest of the Housing Trust.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SAN ANTONIO HOUSING TRUST
FOUNDATION, INC. THAT:
Section 1. The San Antonio Housing Trust’s Executive Director is authorized and directed to
advertise for the Request for Qualifications for On-Call Architectural Services. The Executive
Director is further authorized to take all actions reasonably necessary to implement the intent of
this Resolution.
Section 2. The recitals contained in the preamble hereof are hereby found to be true, and such
recitals are hereby made a part of this Resolution for all purposes and are adopted as part of the
judgment and finding of the Board of Directors.
Section 3. All Resolutions, or parts thereof, which are in conflict or inconsistent with any
provision of this Resolution are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict, and the provisions
of this Resolution shall be and remain controlling as to the matters resolved herein.
Section 4. This Resolution shall be construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the
State of Texas and the United States of America.
Section 5. If any provision of this Resolution or the application thereof to any person or
circumstance shall be held to be invalid, the remainder of this Resolution and the application of
such provision to other persons and circumstances shall nevertheless be valid, and the Board of
Directors hereby declares that this Resolution would have been enacted without such invalid
provision.
Section 6. It is officially found, determined, and declared that the meeting at which this
Resolution is adopted was open to the public and public notice of the time, place, and subject
matter of the public business to be considered at such meeting, including this Resolution, was
given, all as required by Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, as amended.
Section 7. This Resolution shall be in force and effect from and after its final passage, and it is so
resolved.
PASSED and APPROVED this the ___day of January, 2023
SIGNED:
Councilwoman Adriana Rocha Garcia
President
ATTEST:
Jordan Ghawi, Secretary