Ida Yarbrough / North Albany Updates

Ida Yarbrough Towers & North Albany Homes (aka Ida North) – Project Summary

As the largest landlord in the city, the Albany Housing Authority has a long history of community involvement and providing affordable housing. Our latest endeavor, Ida North is spread across two locations in the Arbor Hill and North Albany Neighborhoods of the City of Albany in New York.

In partnership with Edgemere Development Company and Home Leasing, this renovation will provide major upgrades to 384 units between two hi-rise towers (224 units) and eighty (duplex buildings (160 units). These upgrades will improve the quality of life of residents, increase energy efficiency and accessibility, and extend the properties’ useful life.

The renovation and redevelopment do not require long-term or permanent relocation or displacement of tenants currently occupying units; however all tenants occupying units slated for rehabilitation activities may need to be transferred or temporarily located within the building, with family, or in an apartment in the community while their unit is under construction. All tenants will be assisted by a Relocation Specialist. Tenants are not being permanently relocated, the Relocation Specialist will assist every family, and there will be no cost to residents associated with the temporary relocation.

Schedule:

Design was completed in fall of 2020.
Building permits were issued in December of 2020.
Overall, the entire Construction project is anticipated to take 2 years: January 2021 to January 2023.
The work at Ida Yarbrough will begin first in January 2021. The work will proceed in 4 main phases, and each phase will encompass about one half of each tower. Each of these 4 phases is planned for approximately 6 months. The planned duration of the work is 2 years.
The work at North Albany Homes will begin in March 2021. The work will proceed in 8 main phases, and each phase will address 10 duplex buildings at a time. Each of these 8 phases is planned for 2 months or less. The planned duration of the work is 1 year and 6 months.

Ida Yarbrough

*Note: Families that currently reside in Ida Yarbrough and required to relocate temporarily will be provided the opportunity to return to a comparable unit after the renovations are complete, unless there is a unit available to correct the unit size needed for the family.*

(2 separate towers with 112 units per tower. Each floor above the ground floor contains 16 apartments. Total of 224 apartment units in both towers.)

The apartments will consist of 5 different floor plan layouts.
Each floor will contain 2 apartments that are designed to be handicapped accessible.
Additionally each tower will have 5 apartments to accommodate the hearing or visually impaired.
Every bathroom and kitchen will be renovated entirely with new finishes, cabinetry, plumbing fixtures, lighting and appliances.

Exterior:

New roof
New exterior metal panel system for an entirely new exterior look and added insulation
New exterior doors
Masonry repairs

Interior:

Patch and repair drywall
Paint all walls ceilings and soffits
New flooring throughout
New kitchen cabinets and countertops
New kitchen stoves (30”) and refrigerator
New bathroom vanity
New plumbing fixtures in kitchen and bathroom
New apartment entry and interior doors and door hardware
Infrastructure improvements include new: central air conditioning, LED lights, fire sprinkler improvements, apartment heating units, boiler room pumps
Common areas (corridors, link, and laundry rooms) will receive new finishes and lighting

North Albany Homes

*Note: Families that currently reside in North Albany Homes and are required to relocate temporarily will be provided the opportunity to return to their SAME unit after renovations are complete, unless there is a unit available to correct the unit size needed for the family.*

(80 duplex buildings with 2 apartments per building. Total of 160 apartment units.)

The apartments will consist of 18 different floor plan layouts.
Apartment types range from 1 bedroom to 4 bedroom units.
There will be 26 apartments that are designed to be handicapped accessible.
Every bathroom and kitchen will be renovated entirely with new finishes, cabinetry, plumbing fixtures, lighting and appliances.

Exterior

New asphalt shingle roof
New exterior siding
New front and rear door
New porch railings
New windows

Interior:

Patch and repair drywall
Paint all walls ceilings and soffits
New flooring throughout
New kitchen cabinets and countertops
New bathroom vanity
New plumbing fixtures in kitchen and bathroom
Replace all damaged interior doors
Replace all door hardware
Re-finish stair treads
Replace all lights with LED fixtures
New furnace
New hot water heater if not replaced within the last 2 years
Air seal the attic space

Albany Housing Authority (HUD) Ida North Tenant Meeting – Minutes August 14, 2020

Meeting commenced at 6:10 pm and was recorded.

Full Document/Minutes/Attachments from meeting may be found HERE.

Chiquita D’Arbeau, Albany Housing Authority Executive Director, welcomed and thanked everyone for attending the meeting. Ms. D’Arbeau introduced everyone on the Development Team (Attachment 1) and briefly outlined the meeting agenda.
Sean Taylor addressed meeting attendees and gave overview and timeline for the IDA North Development Project. Target preservation and rehabilitation will be: IDA – 224 studio/ 1 bedroom apartments and the 160 North Albany Homes.

Mr. Taylor outlined the following key timeline elements:
• AHA will submit financing plan to NYS Housing Finance Agency and HUD within 30 days. This is a RAD Section 18 conversion (Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD)).
• Construction targeted to begin December 2020. Relocation, financial assistance and counseling will be provided so that each move can be tailored to each family’s needs.
• Construction expected completed within a 24 month timeframe.
Jason Sackett from Edgemere Development Inc. stated the project will include a Section 18 blend that will yield increased resources to help reposition the Ida North properties. Mr. Sackett then reviewed the RAD Resident and Participation Rights outlining the following – detailed description attached. (Attachment 2)
• No Re-Screening of Tenants upon conversion.
• Right to Return
• Renewal of Leases
• Three Year Phase-in of Tenant Rent Increases (if applicable)
• Public Housing Family Self Sufficiency (FSS) and Resident Opportunities and Self Sufficiency (ROSS) programs.
• Resident Participation and Funding
• Resident Procedural Rights
• Earned Income Disregard
• Jobs Plus
• When Total Tenant Payment Exceeds Gross Rent
• Establishment of Waiting List
• Choice-Mobility

Mr. Sackett stated that all residents’ regardless of program will be treated fairly, equitably, and equally. All residents will enjoy the same rights afforded under the RAD program.
Mark Pandolf from Plan Architectural Studio, PC outlined the design and scope of work for the rehab. Listed Below:
Ida IV

Exterior improvements:
• Focus on substantially increasing the building insulation and curb appeal.
• This will be achieved by providing a new roof with additional roof insulation
• New exterior wall cladding, which will be colored insulated metal panels.
• Insulating the building envelope will contribute to savings in utility bills and increase comfort.

Interior Improvements:
• Each apartment will receive new kitchen cabinets, countertops and appliances. A new exhaust hood will be provided. A larger kitchen range will be provided.
• We are adding additional counter space with an island.
• All units will receive new vinyl plank flooring, new painting, new bathroom fixtures, and new LED high efficiency lighting.
• New HVAC units with air conditioning will be provided in each unit.

North Albany

Exterior improvements:
• New asphalt shingle roof with new gutters and downspouts
• New energy efficient windows
• New roofing insulation
• Exterior asphalt driveway paving where needed

Interior Improvements:
• New kitchen cabinets, countertops and appliances
• New flooring throughout
• New painting throughout
• New bathroom fixtures
• New LED lighting fixtures
• New HVAC furnaces and condensing units
List is not exclusive and needed documented repairs will be included in both projects.

The floor was opened to resident questions and comments – questions, comments, and answers are summarized below
1) Will all the apartments at North Albany Homes be updated?
The work scope will address needs outlined in the recently completed RAD PCA including items outlined by the project Architect at this meeting. Any unforeseen conditions will be addressed by the project’s contingency budget.
2) What is the Tenant Relocation plan and process?
Tenants will be notified in accordance with AHA’s temporary relocation plan approximately 90 days prior to the start of construction in writing and in accordance with the Uniform Relocation Act. The plan will include various options for residents such as transferring to other public housing, other affordable housing, and voluntarily choosing to stay with family and friends. The construction schedule will outline which households move and when they move during the construction period. Not all residents will move at the same time. In general, several floors of the Ida Towers will be renovated at the same time as approximately 10 duplex homes at North Albany Homes. Construction is anticipated over a 24 month period and each effected household will be notified in the same manner and given the same temporary relocation options during each phase of temporary moves. The project budget and AHA will cover all reasonable out of pocket relocation expenses for households on a case by case basis. Some examples include fees from utility, internet, and cable companies, packing/moving belongings, etc. The Temporary Relocation Plans will be included in a post meeting package to be distributed after this meeting and at individual meetings with residents, resident caretakers/support providers, and AHA staff. All relocation options will be shared with families at the time of meetings with AHA staff and decisions will be determined on a case by case basis based upon needs of the households. Residents should address any confidential or other concerns with AHA staff now to ensure that their needs are considered and adequately planned for.

3) Can I move back into my original unit?
Residents should not plan on moving back into their original unit. Some units will be made accessible for those with disabilities and those units will need to be leased to those in need of the special features. It is our experience that most residents do not move into their original unit, however reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities will be considered. Relocation will be temporary in nature and the goal will be to minimalize resident disruption and complete construction as efficiently, quickly and as safely as possible. Residents have a right to return to an appropriately sized and renovated unit and must follow the reasonable conditions of their lease.
4) Are the studio units at the Ida Towers being changed to 1 bedroom units?
That scope of work item has been eliminated in ensure the integrity of the construction budget as well as to maintain the number of affordable housing units in the project. Some units will be renovated to include a more open floor plan to provide more living space.
5) Tenants had various concerns about moving considering the pandemic.
The development team staff reassured residents that the construction and relocation process will follow COVID-19 safety protocols in accordance with NY Forward, HUD, and other guidance. These include but are not limited to the use of P.P.E., sanitizing, ensuring barriers/separation between construction and living space, proper and routine testing of contractors, etc. Safety and stopping/mitigating the spread of COVID-19 will be a priority. At this point, affordable housing construction is considered an essential business and the development team has experience in successfully renovating spaces with appropriate protocols in place.
6) What about Homeownership Units at North Albany Homes?
Homeownership units were originally planned and have now been removed from the financing plan at this time. Should this aspect change, the development team will inform residents accordingly. AHA will continue to emphasize homeownership opportunities through other existing programs, partnerships, and other redevelopment sites.

Documentation

IDA Yarbrough Update Flyer – Spanish

IDA Yarbrough Update Flyer

What is RAD?

Notice Of Intent To Acquire – IDA North Tenant Notice

AHA RAD General Information Notice – Ida IV 2020

Final Survey Questions

Letter Certifications

Memo to Clarify 30 Day Notice

Updated 30 Day Notice of Termination of Public Housing Lease and Offer of New Lease

Update Memo on RAD Ida Conversion

Update Memo on RAD North Albany

GOVERNOR CUOMO ANNOUNCES COMPLETION OF IDA YARBROUGH REDEVELOPMENT IN ALBANY

By albanyhousing | Published: October 16, 2019

For Immediate Release: 10/16/2019

GOVERNOR CUOMO ANNOUNCES COMPLETION OF $26.8 MILLION IDA YARBROUGH AFFORDABLE HOUSING REDEVELOPMENT IN ALBANY

Phase II of Project Creates 76 Modern Homes in Arbor Hill Neighborhood

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the $26.8 million second phase of the Ida Yarbrough Homes Redevelopment initiative is complete, with 76 apartments now available for families with a mix of income levels. The new development, officially known as 280 North, involved the demolition of a portion of the outdated Ida Yarbrough public housing complex, replacing it with modern affordable homes for families and continuing the revitalization of the Arbor Hill neighborhood.

“As Albany and the Arbor Hill neighborhood continue their resurgence, it is critical that we create new affordable housing to ensure that all residents can share in the renewal efforts,” Governor Cuomo said.”With the addition of these new affordable apartments, we are committed to building a more vibrant and economically diverse downtown Albany.”

“The Ida Yarbrough Homes Redevelopment in Albany will be a significant boost for the Arbor Hill neighborhood, adding modern housing options for local families,” said Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul.”This project continues revitalization efforts in the community, adding new housing stock and enhancing quality of life in the area. The investment is part of our $20 billion, five-year housing plan to add and preserve affordable housing to ensure all New Yorkers have a great place to call home.”

The Ida Yarbrough Homes Redevelopment is part of the Governor’s commitment to provide all New Yorkers with access to safe, affordable housing through his unprecedented $20 billion, five-year housing plan to build or preserve more than 100,000 affordable homes and 6,000 homes with supportive services. The plan is a comprehensive approach to statewide housing issues that includes multi-family and single-family housing and community development initiatives to make housing accessible and combat homelessness. Since 2011, New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) has financed the creation or preservation of more than 4,700 affordable multifamily homes in Capital Region with nearly 1,900 homes in the city of Albany, made possible with more than $130 million in HCR resources.

The 280 North project includes two components at the corner of North Pearl Street and Lark Drive – a seven-story multifamily building with 62 apartments and a three-story building with ten apartments. The complex also includes two duplexes at 531 Lark Street. There are 12 units set aside for homeless families and an additional 12 will be accessible and fully adapted for those living with mobility, vision and hearing disabilities.

The project is designed to accommodate large families with a mix of one, two, three, four, and five-bedroom apartments. The development was built to Enterprise Green Communities and ENERGY STAR standards, and boasts ample green space including a community garden and a playground made with reclaimed and recycled materials. Among the amenities for 280 North tenants is access to both on-street and off-street parking, and proximity to public transportation. In addition, an on-site fitness center equipped with cardiovascular machines and weight training equipment is available to tenants free of charge through Capital District Physicians’ Health Plan (CDPHP).

The original Ida Yarbrough Homes were built in the 1970s and managed by the Albany Housing Authority (AHA). By demolishing the pre-existing and obsolete buildings, the AHA reconfigured the property to add more units and allowing for more green space and recreational use.

When complete, the four-phase project will include 335 apartments and up six to eight homeownership opportunities for families. The third phase recently received a $200,000 award as part of Governor Cuomo’s Downtown Revitalization Initiative, announced in July to develop up to 10 new home ownership units at Ida Yarbrough Homes.

The state’s investment in Ida Yarbrough joins developments such as Sheridan Hollow Village and Academy Lofts that are supporting the city’s strategic plan for Arbor Hill—transforming vacant structures, injecting new energy into the community, and improving housing options and quality of life.

New York State Homes and Community Renewal provided federal and state Low-Income Housing Credits that generated $18 million in equity an additional $2 million in subsidy. HCR funds leveraged a $3.2 million investment from Key Bank, $1.1 million from the Albany Housing Authority, and additional funding from the LISC Housing Stabilization Fund and the City of Albany.

Commissioner of New York State Homes and Community Renewal RuthAnne Visnauskas said,”The transformation taking hold here is nothing short of remarkable. In the short space of three years, we’ve brought more than 160 new apartments online to help anchor and improve this newly emerging Arbor Hill neighborhood. And true to Governor Cuomo’s conviction that affordable housing should encourage diversity, opportunity and inclusion, 280 North is deeply affordable and wonderfully configured for large households – a place to put down roots and grow.”

Senator Neil Breslin said,”This affordable housing development will help further transform Albany’s growing Arbor Square neighborhood. Along the varying types of apartments there is also ample green space, a community garden and access to numerous amenities nearby. I applaud the New York State Homes and Community Renewal for their efforts in helping to make our communities a better place to live, work and raise a family.”

Assembly Member John T. McDonald III said,”I am excited to see the completion of the 280 North affordable housing development in Albany’s Arbor Square neighborhood. I appreciate the ongoing support of New York State Homes and Community Renewal and Governor Cuomo on this project. Albany continues to see major investments for affordable housing options for our residents throughout the city and this funding is an example of how to utilize public funds for a public purpose.”

Assemblymember Patricia Fahy said,”I commend the Albany Housing Authority for their commitment to replacing existing, outmoded public housing with new, affordable units for residents. This new housing development will help to foster the Arbor Square neighborhood’s sense of community with a new garden and playground, and provide residents with modern and affordable living.”

Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan said,”Affordable housing is an integral component of vibrant communities. The completion of the Ida Yarbrough Homes Phase II redevelopment initiative ensures state-of-the-art housing will be available to low- and moderate-income individuals and families for years to come. Thank you to the Albany Housing Authority and Governor Cuomo for their commitment to enhancing affordable housing in New York’s Capital City.”

Albany Housing Authority Executive Director Steve Longo said, “The Albany Housing Authority is proud to continue with the redevelopment of Ida Yarbrough, having finished Phase I last year, and now turning the keys over to new residents of Phase II, the stunning and energy efficient 280 North building. We may be designated as the primary developer of this project, but efforts like these are the result of collaboration among many partners within the private sector, city of Albany, New York state, and federal agencies. We are also excited to have our redevelopment efforts in concert with multiple recent neighborhood investments and developments from The Proctors Collaborative, Albany Distillery and Death Wish Coffee. We look forward to moving on to Phase III and Phase IV as part of the multi-year integrated Arbor Hill Neighborhood Plan.”

Jolie Milstein, President and CEO of the New York State Association for Affordable Housing said,”We are thrilled to see initiatives like 280 North expand affordable housing opportunities to Albany residents. This development is an exceptional example of mixed-income housing for low- and moderate-income families, including housing set aside for the formerly homeless. The project represents yet another example of how the combined efforts from HCR and Governor Cuomo can expand affordable housing, and this partnership should serve as a model for projects across other states in addressing the national housing crisis head-on.”

The Proctors Collaborative CEO Philip Morris said, “The Albany Housing Authority has made the redevelopment of the Ida Yarbrough housing and neighborhood a priority for a number of years. The results are coming in quickly now with hundreds of market rate, as well as affordable housing options, new attractions like Albany Distilling and Death Wish coffee, and the new complex for Capital Repertory Theatre. Looks like a home run!”

Capital District Physicians’ Health Plan President and CEO Dr. John D. Bennett said, “Founded by physicians, CDPHP understands the role that physical fitness plays on a person’s overall health. We are thrilled to partner with the Albany Housing Authority on the opening of our latest Fitness Connect location, located inside 280 North, providing residents with a free and convenient place to work out.”

KeyBank, Capital Region President Ruth Mahoney said, “This project is an example of KeyBank’s community development lending commitment and focus to help people thrive across upstate New York. Through these new housing units and the education and resources AHA provides to people of all backgrounds, AHA is doing important work in the effort to tackle the affordable housing issue in our region. KeyBank is proud to be a partner.”

Phase One of the Ida Yarbrough Homes Redevelopment was completed in 2017 and included 11 newly constructed buildings with 61 townhomes and garden apartments. Located at 270 North Pearl Street, the complex features 17 two-bedroom homes; 22 three-bedroom homes; 19 four-bedroom homes and three five-bedroom homes. Ten units have been set aside for formerly homeless families. Phase One construction began in July 2016 and involved the demolition of five of the original Ida Yarbrough Homes low-rise buildings. All of the new homes are occupied.

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Ida Yarbrough Phase 2 Begins!

By albanyhousing | Published: April 24, 2018

Demolition of the old Ida Yarbrough Low-Rises is in progress as ground breaks on our new Mid Rise and Multi-Family Buildings!

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Ida Yarbrough Redevelopment

Artist Rendering of Completed Ida Yarbrough Homes

Construction Time Lapse Video
(January 2017 – January 2020)

Demolition of Ida Yarbrough Low Rise Buildings

Construction Progress

Completed Homes of Ida Phase 1

Aerial View of Ida Phase 1 & 2

Mid-Rise Building Progress

Ida Yarbrough Homes Demolition Application

By albanyhousing | Published: September 25, 2013

The Ida Yarbrough Homes Demolition Application is now available!

Ida Yarbrough Homes Demolition Application

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Ida Yarbrough Homes

Ida Yarbrough Homes, 270 North Pearl Street

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Ida Yarbrough Phase IV, 260 & 270 North Pearl Street
Ida Phase IV consists of 2 high rise buildings with 224 units. It is located near the downtown Albany business district, a federal office building and an interstate. There has been commercial and residential reinvestment activity within walking distance. It is also close to an elementary school and public health clinic. The units were substantially rehabbed in 2022/2023.

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Managers Office
For information on Ida Yarbrough Homes please contact:

Joseph Kessler
Asset Manager
270 North Pearl Street
Albany, NY 12207
Phone: 518-380-5591

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Progress at Ida Yarbrough Lo-Rise Homes

By albanyhousing | Published: March 1, 2013

Residents and housing staff are relieved to see the start of the long awaited demolition of the 1970’s-era Ida Yarbrough Lo-Rise Homes. Buildings 4, 6 and 7 are being abated and demolished using $575,000 of Neighborhood Stabilization Program funds. The grant funds remain from the recently completed rehabilitation of eight historic buildings in Arbor Hill. City of Albany and Housing Authority staff had to work quickly with NYS Homes and Community Renewal to repurpose and expend the funds before the March 20 deadline, when they would have been returned to the US Dept. of Housing and Urban Development.

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Phase I of the Ida Yarbrough Redevelopment Plan.

By albanyhousing | Published: May 2, 2012

The Albany Housing Authority is in the process of submitting a mixed finance 24 C.F.R. 941 subpart f disposition application to HUD’s Special Application Center. The proposed disposition is for Phase I of the Ida Yarbrough Redevelopment Plan. In Phase I of the redevelopment plan, 76 public housing units will be demolished and 43 newly constructed public housing units will be built. Phase I will also include up to ten future homeownership sites, which AHA expects to collaborate with Habitat for Humanity or another not-for-profit developer. The following links will direct you to the disposition application that AHA will be submitting to HUD and a map of the units that will be disposed of in Phase I. If you have any comments or questions regarding the disposition application or the redevelopment plan please leave a comment below or call the comment hotline at 380-5585 to leave a voice message. To view map of Phase I, please click Phase I Ida Yarbrough, to view Disposition Application please click Disposition Application.

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Resident Commissioner Election!!

By albanyhousing | Published: September 22, 2021

Run for Resident Commissioner & Join the Board
────
A qualified Candidate is any resident of AHA or Section 8
recipient for at least 30 days prior to election, is 18 years of age or older, and is in good
standing as a resident
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Just get 50 Signatures from fellow residents of AHA or
Section 8 to secure a nomination-and, don’t worry, you will
receive training and support once elected to the board
────
Candidates interested in running must attend one
informational meeting
IMPORTANT DATES

Petitions Available at Development Offices October 4, 2021

Candidates Meetings (Must attend one)
Townsend (45 Central Avenue) October 13, 2021 1pm-2pm

Westview (680 Central Avenue) October 13, 2021 3pm-4pm

Ida Yarbrough (260 North Pearl Street) October 15, 2021 5pm-6pm

Deadline to file Petitions and Candidate Statements with a Development Manager or at the Main
Office Reception Desk, 200 South Pearl Street
November 4, 2021

Ballots to be mailed to all eligible voters by Sample Ballots will be posted in Development Offices
November 17, 2021

Mandatory Meet the Candidates Night
Main Office November 10, 2021 6pm-7pm

All marked ballots must be postmarked by December 17, 2021

Ballots will be opened, counted, and results announced at
Ida Yarbrough December 29, 2021
2pm

Winning Candidates will take Office January 1, 2021

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Albany, Troy housing authorities awarded grants

By albanyhousing | Published: June 11, 2020

Half-million dollar grants awarded in Albany, Troy

The public housing authorities in Albany and Troy are among the recipients of grants through the state Preservation Opportunities Program, created by Enterprise Community Partners and the Office of the Attorney General.

Each housing authority will receive up $500,000 in reimbursements through the grant. In Albany, the money will go toward “pre-development costs,” at Steamboat Square, Ida Yarbrough phase 4 and North Albany Homes, said Steve Longo, Executive Director of the Albany Housing Authority.

Pre-development includes architectural fees, engineering surveys, legal title reports, environmental impact assessments and engaging the community. More than 670 of the 2,500 apartments managed by the Albany Housing Authority are supported by multiple funding sources based on tax credits – outside federal housing subsidies.

Tom Hulihan, director of planning and program development at the Troy Housing Authority, said he will also use the money to host meetings between tenants and design professionals to hear what tenants want to see built.

Much of Troy’s public housing stock was built between 1950 and 1980, Hulihan said, and was built to maximize the number of apartments in the space. Not enough care was given at the time, Hulihan said, to play spaces for children. As part of ongoing redevelopment at the Martin Luther King apartments, the housing authority reduced the number of apartments from 124 to 87 to free up room for a community center, playground and basketball court.

Longo said he welcomed the grant, secured by a consultant works with, Edgemere Development, because applications for historic and affordable housing tax credits require a lot of work before an application can even be filed, making it “high-risk spending” when Longo can’t be certain the housing authority will succeed in getting the money.

In addition to the Troy and Albany housing authorities, Rochester, Binghamton, Plattsburgh, Buffalo, the village of Potsdam, Niagara Falls, Syracuse and Wayne County received grants through the Preservation Opportunities Program.

Original Article on TimesUnion.com

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Resident Commissioner Election

By albanyhousing | Published: September 11, 2019

Are you interested in:

Helping to Govern the Authority?
Develop current and future programs?
Approve contracts?

Run for Resident Commissioner & Join the Board

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A qualified Candidate is any resident of AHA or Section 8 recipient for at least 30 days prior to election, is 18 years of age or older, and is in good standing as a resident

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Just get 50 Signatures from fellow residents of AHA or Section 8 to secure a nomination-and, don’t worry, you will receive training and support once elected to the board

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Candidates interested in running must attend one informational meeting

Click the Above Image for a Printable Flyer!

IMPORTANT DATES

Petitions Available in Development Offices September 23, 2019

Candidates Meetings (Must attend one):

Townsend (45 Central Avenue) October 8, 2019 1pm-2pm

Westview (680 Central Avenue) October 9, 2019 1pm-2pm

Ida Yarbrough (260 North Pearl Street) October 10, 2019 6pm-7pm

Deadline to file Petitions and Candidate Statements with a Development Manager or at the Main Office Reception Desk, 200 South Pearl Street October 23, 2019

Ballots to be mailed to all eligible voters by November 4, 2019 (Sample Ballots will be posted in Development Offices)

Mandatory Meet the Candidates Night

Main Office November 13, 2019 6pm-7pm

All marked ballots must be postmarked by December 6, 2019

Ballots will be opened, counted, and results announced at Ida Yarbrough December 13, 2019 2pm

Winning Candidates will take Office January 1, 2020

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AHA Resident Commissioner Election

By albanyhousing | Published: August 17, 2015

Are you interested in helping to GOVERN the Authority, DEVELOP current and future programs, and APPROVE contracts?

RUN FOR RESIDENT COMMISSIONER & JOIN THE BOARD

A qualified candidate is any resident of the AHA or Section 8 recipient for at least 30 days prior to the election, is 18 years of age or older, and is in good standing as a resident.

Just get 50 signatures from fellow residents of AHA or Section 8 to secure a nomination-and, don’t worry, you will receive training and support once elected to the Board.

Important Dates

Voter & Candidate Informational Meetings

1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

8/20/15 Townsend Community Room, 8/21/15 Westview Community Room

6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

8/26/15 Ida Yarbrough-Everly Cromwell Community Center

8/27/15 North Albany Homes-Community Center

*candidates interested in running must attend one informational meeting

9/15/15 Completed Petitions Submitted to Development Manager or AHA Office Reception at 200 South Pearl Street

10/5/15 6:00 to 7:30pm Meet the Candidates!

AHA Main Office 200 South Pearl Street

*mandatory for all candidates

10/13/15 E L E C T I O N D A Y

All ballots must be received or post marked by 10/13/15

For a Printable Version of the Candidate Petition, Click Here!

Questions? Contact Seanan Herrick at sherrick@caresny.org or 518.489.4130 x 101

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Resident Commissioner Election Info Meetings

By albanyhousing | Published: August 14, 2015

Join us at one of more of these candidate and voter informational meetings to learn more!

8/20/2015 – 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm – Townsend Community Room

8/21/2015 – 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm – Westview Community Room

8/26/2015 – 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm – Ida Yarbrough/Everly Cromwell Community Center

8/27/2015 – 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm – North Albany Homes Community Center

For a printable copy of the informational flyer, Click Here!

Questions? Get in Touch: Seanan Herrick – sherrick@caresny.org – 518.489.4130 x 101

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AHA Board Meeting – October Agenda

By albanyhousing | Published: October 21, 2013

AGENDA

ALBANY HOUSING AUTHORITY

BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING

MONDAY, OCTOBER 21st, 2013 at 2:30 P.M.

200 South Pearl Street

1. Roll Call.

2. Community Forum

3. Reading and approval of the minutes of the previous meeting held September 9th, 2013

4. Action Calendar

10-13-44 Authorization to submit an application to the U.S. Dept. Of Housing and Urban Renewal for permission to demolish buildings #10 and #11at the Low-Rise Portion of Ida Yarbrough Homes and to execute and deliver all documents and agreements necessary to support such application. Buildings #10 and #11 are currently vacant and were included in Resolution 01-13-03, which authorized the demolition of up to ninety-two (92) public housing units at the low-rise portion of Ida Yarbrough Homes. (Ratified)

10-13-45 Approval to enter into a contract for Architectural and Engineering Services for Ida Yarbrough Homes Rehabilitation, Phase I with Dave Sadowsky, Architect P.C., the firm that submitted the proposal found to be most advantageous to the Authority, for an amount not to exceed $99,850. Proposals were also submitted by SYVERTSEN RIGOSU Architects PLLC, ICON Architecture, and Harris A. Sanders, Architects, P.C. (Ratified)

10-13-46 Approval to award Capital Woods Contract 001-2013-14 Deep energy Retrofit and Exterior Siding Contract to the low bidder, Bennett Contracting in the amount of $46,700.00 with the AHA contribution to this amount to be $32,500.00. (Ratified)

2^nd bidder, Hoosick Valley Contracting -74,800

3^rd Bidder, Mid State $90,983

10-13-47 Authorization, contingent on availability of RHF Funds, to award Contract # 04-2013-8D, Interior Renovations at 34 Morton Ave., to the low bidder, A.J Arpey Inc., 112 Colombia Ave. Ballston Spa, NY 12020 in the amount of $162,900.

Second low bidder – AOW Associates $164,000

Third low bidder – Bunkoff General Contractors $184,000

Fourth – Hoosick Valley Contractors $213,600

Fifth – Wainschaf Associates $235,000

Sixth – Bennett Contracting, Inc. $236,400

10-13-48 Authorization, contingent upon availability of RHF Funds, to enter into a contract for the renovation of 84 Morton Ave with the low bidder, AOW Associates 30 Essex Street, Albany, NY, Addendum #1 for a Guaranteed Maximum Price not to exceed $354,000.

Second Bidder Bishop Beaudry

Third Bidder Sano Rubin

10-13-49 Authorization, contingent upon availability of RHF Funds, to award Contract # 04-2013-8a, Roofing, Masonry Repair and Repointing at 34 Morton Ave. to the low bidder (bids to be received October 21)

5. Reports of Committees

6. Unfinished Business

7. New Business:

8. Bills and Communications

9. Report of the Executive Secretary

A. Monthly Management Report

B. Monthly Financial Report (Deputy Director)

C. Items for Advisement and Discussion

Bank Balance as of 10/17/13

10. Adjournment –

NEXT MEETING:

Monday, November 11th 2013 @ 2:30 p.m.

200 South Pearl Street, Albany, New York 12202

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Board of Commissioners Special Meeting

By albanyhousing | Published: August 15, 2013

AGENDA
ALBANY HOUSING AUTHORITY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SPECIAL MEETING
FRIDAY, AUGUST 16, 2013 at 2:00 P.M.
200 South Pearl Street

1. Roll Call.

2. Community Forum
3. Action Calendar

08-13-35 Approval, subject to negotiation of terms satisfactory to the Executive Director & approval by General Counsel, to enter into a Joint Venture Agreement with WinnDevelopment Company Limited Partnership to facilitate the acquisition, design, financing, renovation, and ownership of Livingston Apartments in which Albany Housing Authority or an affiliate would act as Managing General Partner & perform certain services, but assume no financial risk, in exchange for a fee of not less than $50,000.

08-13-36 Approval to enter into a Construction Management Agreement for the rehabilitation of 84 Morton Avenue for an amount not to exceed $50,000 with the contractor who submits the proposal found to be most advantageous to the Authority. Requests for Proposals were sent to Sano-Rubin Construction Co. Inc., Bishop Beaudry Construction, Inc. and AOW Associates, Inc. with responses due August 9.

08-13-38 Approval to enter into a contract for Developer Consultant Services for Ida Yarbrough Homes Rehabilitation, Phase I with Calogero Partners, LLC, the consultant who submitted the proposal found to be most advantageous to the Authority, for an amount not to exceed $60,000. Proposals were also submitted by Recap Real Estate Advisors and KLR Consulting, LLC

08-13-39 Authorization for the Executive Director to submit a Section 211 Waiver request to the New York State Civil Service Commission on behalf of Jay Cunningham.

5. Reports of Committees

6. Unfinished Business

7. New Business:

8. Bills and Communications

9. Report of the Executive Secretary
A. Monthly Management Report
B. Monthly Financial Report (Deputy Director)
C. Items for Advisement and Discussion
Bank Balance as of:
10. Adjournment –

NEXT MEETING:
Monday, September 9, 2013 @ 2:00 p.m.
200 South Pearl Street, Albany, New York 12202

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Apply for Housing

The Albany Housing Authority is not currently accepting applications for the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8). Please check back periodically for updates. We will also publish a Public Notice prior to reopening the list to accept applications.

Please read the following information before filling out your application

We are currently only accepting applications for one and two-bedroom apartments at our Public Housing sites.

If you would like to apply for units that are not Public Housing, we are also currently accepting applications for the following sites:

Capital Woods Apartments-Lark Drive
Creighton Storey Homes-Third Avenue
Eagle Court/Jared Holt-Morton Avenue and Broad Street
Capital South -Morton Avenue and South Pearl Street
Nutgrove Garden Apartments-McCarty Avenue
North Albany Homes
Ida Yarbrough Phase II -280 North Pearl Street
Steamboat 20

These sites do not have income-based rent.

The following form is an application for an apartment in one of the Albany Housing Authority’s Public Housing Development sites or our Non-subsidized Development sites.

The following form must be completed in full and submitted via the “Submit Application” button at the bottom of the form to process your application for placement on the waiting list.

Pre-Application

The form must be complete in full. Your name, address, phone number and social security number must be filled in correctly. In addition, all family members who will reside in the unit with you must be listed.

You must fill in your annual income amount. Many of our programs require certain income levels to qualify. Without this information we cannot determine whether you meet these qualifications.

Special Unit Requirement Questionnaire

Please complete this section in full. The questionnaire is to be administered to every applicant for Albany Housing Authority. It is to be used to determine whether an applicant needs special features in their housing unit. The need for special adaptations must be verified to assure that the limited number of units with special features go to families that actually need the features.

Future Contact and Follow Up

All future contact with you will be done by text message and postal mail. It is imperative that your address and phone number be kept current and up to date with us. You must notify this office in writing or by clicking the link below:

Website Applicant List Update Form

No change of address information will be taken over the telephone. Your file will be closed if we are unable to contact you using the information, we have on file for you.

Application Preferences

Our public housing programs have a preference for working families, or those unable to work due to age or disability AND who live or work in the City of Albany, NY. If you do not meet both of these preferences, you are still welcome to apply, however, it is unlikely we will ever reach your name on our waiting list.

To apply click the appropriate link below:

Albany Housing Application

Solicitud de Albany Housing

Housing Locations

AHA Board of Commissioners Meeting Agenda – June 10, 2013

By drawpub | Published: June 10, 2013

AGENDA

ALBANY HOUSING AUTHORITY

BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING

MONDAY, JUNE 10, 2013 at 2:00 P.M.

200 South Pearl Street

Roll Call.

Community Forum

Reading and approval of the minutes of the previous meeting held May 13, 2013

Action Calendar

06-13-25 Approval for AHA to contribute an additional amount up to $450,000 from the Capital Fund Program Budget to be applied to the abatement and demolition of building #5 at Ida Yarbrough Homes. The abatement and demolition will be overseen by Norstar Development under its existing MOU and will be done as a change order to the existing contract with Dan’s Hauling.

06-13-26 Approval to write off obsolete inventory items at the following AHA Warehouse locations totaling $15,102.39 and consist primarily of items we no longer use at the individual sites.

Robert Whalen Homes $736.86
Ida Yarbrough Homes $9,975.14
North Albany $334.05
Ezra Prentice $3,842.93
Westview $213.41

All inventory items will be segregated into lots and sold at an auction. All items not purchased will be scrapped.

Additional Non Inventory Equipment to be taken out of service:

Disposal of 12 Year old Steiner Club Car and associated attachments at Robert Whalen Homes. Equipment is in non-working order and will be sold for scrap.
12 year old North Albany Van, #86. This will be sold at public Auction.
Disposal of 2 non-working Steiner blower attachments at Capital Woods

06-13-27 Approval of conditional eligibility for continuing health insurance coverage for Joseph M. Brennan and authorization for the Executive Director to enter into an Employment Agreement incorporating the terms of the existing Employment Agreement between the parties with modifications as necessary.

06-13-28 Review and approval of the 07/01/13 – 06/30/14 Federal Program budget.

06-13-29 Approval to contract with Albany Police Athletic League to operate a 4 week summer camp for youth who reside at various AHA developments in the North areas of Albany as well as youth from properties in the South End AHA’s contribution will be $25,000. A minimum of 50% of campers will be residents of PH housing sites. 8 AHA residents will receive a scholarship for a one week overnight camp experience in the Berkshires as well as 6 youth from the community adjacent to AHA properties. North camp location will be Hackett Park and 35 North First St. and the South End location will be Krank Park.

Camper Fees as follows:

Full Cost – $195.00 per week (no assistance)
Tier 2 – $130.00 per week (DSS)
Tier 3 – $105.00 per week (working families)
Tier 4 – $ 80.00 per week (single earner families)
Tier 5 – $40.00 per week (public housing/section 8/free & reduced school meals)

06-13-30 Approval to write-off tenant balances for the year end close for various AHA developments to maximize our financial indicators for PHAS.

Capital Woods: $2,019.20

Robert Whalen: $2,503.96

Westview: $5,507.87

Ezra Prentice: $4,334.28

North Albany: $1,173.31

Nutgrove: $1,912.47

Steamboat Square: $8,251.18

Lincoln Square: $5,107.58

Ida Yarbrough Lo rise: $4,922.20

Creighton Storey: $1,274.98

Ida Yarbrough Hi- rise: $4,072.36

Townsend: $2,120.51

Total $43,199.90

Total DSS (of the 43K) $10,010.56

Total Fraud (of the 43K) $10,870.86

06-13-31 Authorization to enter into 3 year, Firm Fixed Price contract, with incumbent vendor County Waste Service, Inc. of Clifton Park, NY in the amount of $1,129,513.24 for Refuse and Single Stream Recycling Services as a result of Invitation for Bid #0025-C-13-002 achieving a cost savings of 17% .

2^nd Low Bidder: Waste Management, Inc. Houston, TX $1,379,779.04
Ipek Container Services (ICS), Delmar, NY No Bid
Allied Waste Services , Albany NY No Bid

Please note: The City of Albany has 2 companies with the required variety of equipment and capacity to handle this amount of work. Publically advertised Bid notice and online outreach to 247 potential vendors only brought back 2 responses. Pricing received was within an acceptable range, agreed with current cost estimates and represents the competitive marketplace. Previous 2010 Trash and Recycling Procurement yielded 2 responses as well.

Reports of Committees

Unfinished Business

New Business:

Bills and Communications

Report of the Executive Secretary

A. Monthly Management Report
B. Monthly Financial Report (Deputy Director)
C. Items for Advisement and Discussion

Bank Balance as of 6/5/13

Adjournment –

NEXT MEETING:

Monday, July 8, 2013 @ 2:00 p.m.

200 South Pearl Street, Albany, New York 12202

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AHA April Board Meeting Agenda

By albanyhousing | Published: April 5, 2013

AGENDA

ALBANY HOUSING AUTHORITY

BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING

MONDAY, APRIL 8, 2013 at 2:00 P.M.

200 South Pearl Street

1. Roll Call.

2. Community Forum

3. Reading and approval of the minutes of the previous meeting held March 11, 2013

4. Action Calendar

04-13-12 Approval to operate the Summer Food Program for 2013.

04-13-13 Approval to send Debbie Zlotnick to attend Casterline Associates Accounting & Budgeting Seminar in St. Louis, MO from May 7, 2013 to May 9, 2013 for an approximate total amount of $1,531.50 which includes Conference, Hotel and Air Fare.

04-13-14 Approval to submit the 2013 Annual Plan to the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

04-13-15 Approval to send up to two employees to the Novegradic Affordable Housing Tax Credit Conference and Workshop to be held May 15-17, 2013 in New Orleans estimated cost $2,250 per person.

04-13-16 Approval to enter into a contract with Urban Arts Experience, Inc. for $21,500 to operate a 6 week summer camp at the Kids Improvement District Field house for residents of Robert Whalen, and Capital Woods, Ida Yarbrough and neighborhood children. This will include Computer Literacy, Performing Arts and Sports for a blend of academic and recreational activities. Last year AHA made a contribution of $19,500 for a 5 week program.

Reports of Committees

5. Unfinished Business

6. New Business:

7. Bills and Communications

8. Report of the Executive Secretary

A. Monthly Management Report

B. Monthly Financial Report (Deputy Director)

C. Items for Advisement and Discussion

Bank Balance as of 4/3/13

9. Adjournment –

NEXT MEETING:

Monday, May 13, 2013 @ 2:00 p.m.

200 South Pearl Street, Albany, New York 12202

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AHA February Board Meeting Agenda

By albanyhousing | Published: February 7, 2013

AGENDA

ALBANY HOUSING AUTHORITY

BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING

2:00 P.M. – MONDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2013

1. Roll Call

2. Community Forum

3. Reading and approval of the minutes of the previous meeting held January 7, 2013

4. Action Calendar

02-13-05 Authorization for AHA to contribute up to $110,000 to be applied after the expenditure of $295,000 in NSP funds provided through the Albany Community Development Agency and $250,000 in funds contributed by the City of Albany toward costs to abate asbestos and demolish buildings #6, 7, and 4 at Ida Yarbrough Homes, subject to approval from HUD, currently pending. Total cost of abatement and demolition to be $655,234. The abatement and demolition will be overseen by Norstar Development as AHA’s Developer Partner for the Ida Yarbrough Rehabilitation project.

02-13-06 Approval to award contract # 0025-C-12-023 Elevator Maintenance to the low bidder, Otis Elevator, Inc. for a Not-To Exceed value of $270,540 for three years. Initial contract period will be March 1, 2013– February 28, 2016, with options to renew for 2 additional one year terms.

2nd Low Bidder: Kone, Inc. $417,024

3rd Low Bidder: Shindler, Inc. $1,130,400

02-13-07 Approval to write-off $51,955.73 in tenant balances covering the period from last quarter of 2012 (All balances are results of evictions, fraud, or death):

Pieter Schuyler Court: $4,235.50

Steamboat Square: $7,914.96

Ezra Prentice: $5,348.36

North Albany: $2,441.65

Nutgrove: $2,374.95

Lincoln Square: $9,498.94

Ida Yarbrough: $7,793.00

Townsend: $322.30

Capital Woods: $7,770.76

Westview: $2,133.21

Creighton Storey: $1,753.35

Swan Street Apt: $368.75

5. Reports of Committees

6. Unfinished Business

7. New Business

8. Bills and Communications – Financial report by the Deputy Director

9. Report of the Executive Secretary

A. Monthly Management Report

B. Items for Advisement and Discussion

Bank Balance as of 2/7/13

10. Adjournment:

NEXT MEETING:

Monday, March, 11, 2013 at 2:00 P.M.

AHA Board Meeting Agenda

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Ida Yarbrough Towers & North Albany Homes (aka Ida North) – Project Summary

Ida Yarbrough

North Albany Homes

Albany Housing Authority (HUD) Ida North Tenant Meeting – Minutes August 14, 2020

Meeting commenced at 6:10 pm and was recorded.

Full Document/Minutes/Attachments from meeting may be found HERE.

*For Immediate Release:* 10/16/2019

GOVERNOR CUOMO ANNOUNCES COMPLETION OF $26.8 MILLION IDA YARBROUGH AFFORDABLE HOUSING REDEVELOPMENT IN ALBANY

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Construction Time Lapse Video (January 2017 – January 2020)

Demolition of Ida Yarbrough Low Rise Buildings

Construction Progress

Completed Homes of Ida Phase 1

Aerial View of Ida Phase 1 & 2

Mid-Rise Building Progress

Ida Yarbrough Homes, 270 North Pearl Street

Managers Office For information on Ida Yarbrough Homes please contact:

Half-million dollar grants awarded in Albany, Troy

Are you interested in:

Run for Resident Commissioner & Join the Board

IMPORTANT DATES

Petitions Available in Development Offices September 23, 2019

Candidates Meetings (Must attend one):

Mandatory Meet the Candidates Night

**The Albany Housing Authority is not currently accepting applications for the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8). Please check back periodically for updates. We will also publish a Public Notice prior to reopening the list to accept applications.**

Please read the following information before filling out your application

We are currently only accepting applications for one and two-bedroom apartments at our Public Housing sites.

These sites do not have income-based rent.

Pre-Application

Special Unit Requirement Questionnaire

Future Contact and Follow Up

Application Preferences

Albany Housing Authority

For Immediate Release: 10/16/2019

Construction Time Lapse Video
(January 2017 – January 2020)

Managers Office
For information on Ida Yarbrough Homes please contact:

The Albany Housing Authority is not currently accepting applications for the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8). Please check back periodically for updates. We will also publish a Public Notice prior to reopening the list to accept applications.