BMHA Board Appointments and Housing Conditions
Summary
Mayor Ryan appointed Paul Perez and Brandi Barrett to the BMHA board, and the committee recommended them 7-0. Councilmember Wyatt warned the new members not to rubber-stamp the executive director, citing boarded-up units and poor conditions at Kenfield-Langfield. Members also asked the appointees to return with a breakdown of BMHA finances and faster maintenance response times.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 5
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
BMHA's operating costs rely heavily on federal, state and county subsidies, and members say there aren't enough resources to maintain the buildings.
BMHA residents across the city, especially in Kenfield-Langfield, Marine Drive and other developments, if the new members hold leadership accountable.
Residents continue to suffer from mold, deferred maintenance and slow repairs if board oversight does not improve.
Mentions & discussions (4)
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - Nov 4, 2026
Mayor Ryan appointed Paul Perez and Brandi Barrett to the BMHA board, and the committee recommended them 7-0. Councilmember Wyatt warned the new members not to rubber-stamp the executive director, citing boarded-up units and poor conditions at Kenfield-Langfield. Members also asked the appointees to return with a breakdown of BMHA finances and faster maintenance response times.
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