Julie McDowell, Blackwood’s Chair, reflected on the previous year at the charity’s AGM while updating plans for sustainable growth and innovation as it marks 50 years of operation.
In addition to John Burke, two other board members stepped down in September after nine-years’ service respectively, Wendy Wilkinson and Sister Jenny Lindsay.
Its AGM, held in Johnstone Town Hall – the final one attended by long-serving CEO Adele Fraser who has retired - was told of the association’s efforts to relieve financial pressure on tenants – particularly those struggling to meet bills.
The wellbeing of its customers ranked highly in the association’s three-yearly satisfaction survey.
The scope of intervention by the association was revealed at its AGM.
Long-service awards will also be presented to celebrate loyal staff and recognise their outstanding contributions.
In a briefing focusing on “Housing to 2040” delivered by Aaron Hill, the SFHA’s Director of Policy and Membership, the impact housing associations and co-operatives have on society was revealed.
Political economist John McLaren will be telling delegates at the SFHA Finance Conference what he thinks about the future of the economy and its impact on the social housing sector will be after Brexit.
