Tuesday, August 19, 2025
SpecialPresiding: Eduardo Martinez · Called to order: 5:10 p.m. · 3 items · 3 votes · 3 public comments
What happened
- Heard contract proposal with Brightview Landscape Services for Nystrom Village maintenance.
- Approved software license renewal for low-income housing program management.
- Approved contract with MGO firm for Richmond Housing Authority tax preparation services.
Attendance
Contracts(3 items)
Renew software license for low-income housing program management
In Plain English
The Richmond Housing Authority has used Yardi software since 2011 to track tenant income, generate federal reports, and manage work orders for public housing. The current license expires and needs renewal. If approved, the city pays $20,000 per year for 3 years, funded by federal subsidies and resident rent payments.
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Votes
To approve all items on the Housing Authority Consent Calendar, excluding Item L.2
8 to 0
Contract with Brightview Landscape Services for Nystrom Village and Hacienda Excess Lot maintenance
In Plain English
The Richmond Housing Authority needs landscaping services for 2 public housing properties starting in August 2025. The contract covers lawn care, tree trimming, and grounds maintenance through June 2027. If approved, the city pays up to $230,000 over 22 months for these services.
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Hire MGO firm for Richmond Housing Authority tax preparation services
In Plain English
The Richmond Housing Authority must file annual tax returns for itself and multiple affiliated corporations. MGO has prepared the housing authority's taxes before and knows its complex financial structure. If approved, the 3-year contract costs $24,000 total and runs through 2028.
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Votes
To approve all items on the Housing Authority Consent Calendar, excluding Item L.2
8 to 0