August 17, 2026 Special Meeting Minutes
Minutes of the Special Called Meeting of the Commissioners of the Northwest Georgia Housing Authority
Held August 17, 2026.
The Board of Commissioners of Northwest Georgia Housing Authority met at its called meeting at 326 W 9th St. Rome, Georgia, 8:30 a.m., on the 17th day of August, 2026.
Called to Order
The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Betty Sue Hickman, and, upon roll call, those present and absent are as follows:
Present: Betty Sue Hickman, Billy Cooper, Brian Bojo, Keruin Ruiz, Corey Townsend, Ronnie Wallace
Absent: Mary Clark
Chairperson Hickman declared a quorum present.
Others in attendance: Justin Jones, Chief Executive Officer, Hannah Turner, Chief Operations Officer, Amanda Fox, Chief of Staff, William Richardson, Attorney
New Business
Public Hearing for 2027 MTW Supplement and 2027 Annual Plan - Mr. Justin Jones reported that this hearing was advertised in the Rome-News Tribune and online. No members of the public were in attendance.
Approval of Resolution 44-2026: Approval of The Village in Cave Spring RAD Closing, HAP Assignment, and related documents - Mr. William Richardson presented Resolution 44-2026 for consideration by the Board. The resolution authorized Northwest Georgia Housing Authority's participation in and approval of the redevelopment of Steve Pettis Court through the development of The Village in Cave Spring, a new 58-unit affordable housing community located in Cave Spring, Georgia. The Board reviewed the history of the consolidation of the Cave Spring Housing Authority with NWGHA, the proposed RAD conversion, the assignment and renewal of the existing project-based rental assistance contract, the ground lease of NWGHA-owned property, and the financing structure for the development, including construction financing, permanent financing, low-income housing tax credit equity, and related guaranties and development agreements. Following discussion, the Board determined that the Project serves a valid public purpose and will provide safe, sanitary, and affordable housing opportunities for low-income families. The Board further determined that entering into the various agreements and financing documents associated with the Project is in the best interest of NWGHA and consistent with its mission and statutory authority. Commissioner Wallace made a motion to approve Resolution 44-2026, seconded by Commissioner Cooper. The motion was approved unanimously.
Yes: Bojo, Cooper, Ruiz, Townsend, Wallace
No: None
Approval of Resolution 45-2026: Approval of NWGHA Assignment of Interest in Cave Spring GP 2022, LLC to Cave Spring GP Member - William Richardson presented Resolution 45-2026 for consideration by the Board. The resolution addressed the proposed assignment of Northwest Georgia Housing Authority's membership interest in Cave Spring GP 2022, LLC, the general partner of Cave Spring NWGHA 2022, LP, the ownership entity formed for the development and operation of The Village in Cave Spring affordable housing redevelopment project. The Board reviewed the organizational structure of the Project and discussed the proposed transfer of NWGHA's ownership interest in Cave Spring GP 2022, LLC to Cave Spring GP Member, LLC, which is wholly controlled by Appalachian Housing and Redevelopment Corporation (AHRC). Mr. Richardson explained that the assignment would facilitate the development, financing, and long-term operation of the Project while maintaining the affordable housing objectives established by NWGHA. After discussion, the Board determined that the assignment of NWGHA's membership interest in Cave Spring GP 2022, LLC to Cave Spring GP Member, LLC was in the best interest of NWGHA and would support the successful completion and operation of The Village in Cave Spring. Commissioner Wallace made a motion to approve Resolution 45-2026, seconded by Commissioner Townsend. The motion was approved unanimously.
Yes: Bojo, Cooper, Ruiz, Townsend, Wallace
No: None
Chief Executive Officer Comments - None.
Commissioner Comments - None.
Adjourn - Commissioner Townsend made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Commissioner Cooper. The meeting was adjourned at 8:50 a.m.
