25-1982 : Halton-Pope, Concerns Re Properties Operated by Cornerstone Management

This item addresses serious concerns regarding living conditions and management practices at properties operated by Cornerstone Management in Buffalo. Majority Leader Leah M. Halton-Pope has requested a detailed written response from Cornerstone's President, Roger Brandt, Jr., by December 29, 2025. The concerns include unresolved maintenance requests, unsafe/unsanitary conditions, delayed responses, and unprofessional tenant interactions. Seven specific properties within the Ellicott District are highlighted: AD Price, Ellicott Park Townhomes, Frederick Douglas Associates, Mt. Aaron Village, Packard Building, St. Martin Village, and Westminster Commons Apartments. The Council is seeking information on maintenance protocols, safety and sanitation compliance, tenant communication, a comprehensive property list, and measures to ensure habitable conditions. A public hearing is planned, with the Council preferring voluntary participation but retaining subpoena authority. The matter was tabled on December 9, 2025, with the next meeting scheduled for December 30, 2025.