Board of Commissioners

The Saratoga Springs Housing Authority Board of Commissioners is made up of seven members. Five members are appointed by the Mayor and serve five year terms. There are two Resident Commissioners who are elected by the residents of the Authority and serve two year terms. At the Board’s annual meeting, held in December, the Commissioners elect a Chair and Vice-Chair

The Commissioners are the governing officers of the Authority. They are responsible for setting policies that govern the operations of the Authority, charting the direction of current and future programs and housing development and approving all contracts entered into by the Authority.

The Board of Commissioners hires the Executive Director who serves as Board Secretary and is responsible for managing the Housing Authority’s day-to-day operations.

The current members of the board of Commissioners are:

Board of Commissioners By Laws

Meetings & Minutes

The Board of Commissioners conducts open Meetings every third Thursday of each month, except in August. Meetings begin at 9:30 A.M. and take place at the Authority’s Administrative Offices, 1 South Federal Street, Saratoga Springs, New York. All meetings of the Board of Commissioners are open to the public. Those who wish to address the Board must register by contacting the Office of the Executive Director (518-584-6600 ext 222) at least forty-eight (48) hours before the scheduled Board meeting. Speakers will be heard in the order of registration and speaking time will be limited to two (2) minutes per person. Please take note, no electronic devices will be allowed.

Resident Councils

Resident Councils provide a voice for the residents directly to the Executive Director. Your Resident Council needs your participation. If you want your voice heard and your opinion counted, then get involved with your Resident Council. When we all work together we create a safer more enjoyable community.

Stonequest Community Resident Council

The SSHA Stonequest Resident Council is a council made up of 5 resident board members committed to create a better living environment for the residents they represent. We establish projects, educational training, and work closely with the Housing Authority itself.

Terrace's Community Resident Council

The SSHA TCRC is a council made up of 5 resident board members committed to create a better living environment for the residents they represent. We establish projects, educational training, and work closely with the Housing Authority itself.

Smoke-Free Policy

Resolution No. FY16-R27 Adoption of No-Smoking Policy

Smoke-Free Policy Summary

Effective May 1, 2016, the No-Smoking Policy went into effect at all SSHA properties. We understand that this will be an inconvenience for our smoking residents and sympathize with what some perceive as a violation of their rights. The scientific facts remain however that second hand smoke has serious negative health impacts on non-smokers. This policy will help enhance the health and safety of all SSHA residents by eliminating second hand smoke from buildings as well as eliminating the potential for catastrophic fire damage as a result of cigarette smoking. Signage will soon be placed on all SSHA owned buildings indicating that they are non-smoking. Please remember that if you are a smoker, you must be outside the building and at least 25 feet away from doors and windows, and 50 feet away from our playground areas. Residents are encouraged to report violations of this policy by calling the office or filling out incident report forms available at the main office or the JVT Resident Council office. We thank you in advance for your cooperation.

News Release

Saratoga Springs Housing Authority Going Smoke-Free

To protect the health and safety of its residents, the Saratoga Springs Housing Authority will implement a no-smoking policy in all 339 of its housing units, and limit smoking elsewhere on its properties, beginning May 1, 2016.

“We are proud to take this important step in protecting the health and safety of our residents, employees and visitors,” said Executive Director Paul Feldman. “Whether it’s second-hand smoke filtering into neighboring apartments or common areas through doorways and ventilation systems, or the fire dangers associated with cigarettes, smoking presents risks that needed to be addressed.”

The policy will be in effect at all three of the Authority’s housing complexes — Jefferson Terrace, Vanderbilt Terrace and Stonequist Apartments LLC. In addition to prohibiting smoking indoors, the policy establishes a 25-foot smoke-free boundary around all outside entrances and exits and windows, and a 50-foot smoke-free boundary around the Authority’s playgrounds.

Mr. Feldman said the policy was discussed and developed over the past year in collaboration with Glens Falls Hospital’s Health Promotion Center, through its state-funded Living Tobacco-Free Initiative. “The hospital team has a lot of experience in helping organizations and municipalities implement smoke-free policies, and we were happy to have their assistance,” he said.

Brandi Bishop, Program Coordinator for Community Partnerships for the Living Tobacco-Free Initiative, said, “We commend the Saratoga Springs Housing Authority for their initiative in creating a healthier environment for the people who live in, work in, and visit their apartments. It’s great to have yet another community partner who is committed to reducing exposure to the dangers of tobacco products.”

In conjunction with the policy, staff members from the Living Tobacco-Free Initiative have provided Housing Authority residents with educational information about quitting smoking. Mr. Feldman said he has heard from some residents that they are planning to use the policy as an incentive to quit.

“That’s another very positive outcome of this decision,” Mr. Feldman said. “The health and safety benefits of the policy can be found everywhere you turn.”

The Saratoga Springs Housing Authority is a federally funded, New York State-chartered government agency founded in 1952 for the purpose of providing safe, decent and affordable housing to low- and moderate-income individuals and families.

The Health Promotion Center of Glens Falls Hospital works to improve the health and well-being of the people and communities of Warren, Washington, Saratoga, Clinton, Essex, Franklin, Fulton, Hamilton and Montgomery counties through a variety of state-funded initiatives, including Living Tobacco-Free. The initiative is funded through two state grants, Advancing Tobacco-Free Communities and Health Systems for a Tobacco-Free NY.

In recent years, staff from the Living Tobacco-Free Initiative have worked with a variety of organizations and municipalities to develop smoke-free public spaces, including Liberty House Foundation, the Schuylerville Public Library, the Washington County Fair, and the towns of Ballston, Fort Ann and Warrensburg.

Media Contacts

Sexual Harassment Policy

• SSHA Sexual Harassment Policy
• SSHA Complaint Form

Executive Director and Staff

The Saratoga Springs Housing Authority staff consists of the Executive Director and 13 employees who implement the Authority’s programs and maintenance projects. The Housing Authority is a member of the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Offiicials (NAHRO) and the National and State Public Housing Authorities Directors Association (PHADA) and (NYSPHADA).

The Current Administrative staff:

For general inquiries, please call (518) 584-6600 and either ask for Kathy Peterson or listen to voice mail recording.