During a recent government meeting, significant concerns were raised regarding the accuracy of a survey that impacted the representation of vacancies in Bekipp City, particularly concerning Corley's Manor Apartments. Colleen Barberan, a representative from Corley's Manor, highlighted that 292 units were not included in the survey conducted in November, which she previously addressed in an earlier meeting. She emphasized the need for a fair assessment of ongoing vacancies, arguing that the survey process was flawed and that many properties did not receive the necessary surveys.

Ken Levenson, a resident of Poughkeepsie, echoed Barberan's concerns, urging the common council to table a resolution related to the Emergency Tenant Protection Act (ETPA) from the consent agenda. He criticized the lack of discussion on such a critical issue, noting that 90% of survey responses were received after the survey closed, and that numerous properties were inaccurately reported as having zero vacancies. Levenson pointed out that 29 locations, representing over 300 apartments, either did not receive surveys or had them returned as undeliverable, leading to significant discrepancies in the reported vacancy rates.

Carmela Conklin, representing the owners of Corley's Manor, also voiced her concerns regarding the ETPA, which she argued could hinder landlords' ability to invest in property improvements. She mentioned that the ETPA only applies to properties built before 1974, which often require substantial maintenance. Conklin expressed her commitment to finding alternative solutions that would benefit both residents and landlords, rather than relying on the ETPA framework.

The discussions highlighted a growing frustration among property owners and residents regarding the survey process and the implications of the ETPA, raising questions about the fairness and accuracy of the data used to inform housing policies in the city.