Mello May Be Appointed to Housing Authority Board

Councilman-at-Large David Mello could be the next Housing Authority Commissioner. 

The city council, which traditionally appoints one of the seven people on the HHA board, will vote on a resolution to appoint Mello to a five year term on the board, replacing current council appointee Third Ward Councilman Michael Russo. 

Mello, an ally of Mayor Dawn Zimmer and a Fourth Ward resident, would serve until May 3, 2017 if the resolution is approved. 

The Housing Authority meets once a month and is headed by Executive Director Carmelo Garcia. 

Five votes are needed to elect Mello to the Hoboken Housing Authority.