PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Pittsfield Housing Authority's executive director has been placed on administrative leave following "substantial" performance concerns. 

On Wednesday, the Board of Commissioners adopted resolutions that place Executive Director Tina Danzy on paid administrative leave effective at 5 p.m. on Thursday. Susan Martino, director of finance and administration, has stepped in as acting executive director. 

Five separate resolutions were approved following an executive session with Danzy. Martino, over email on Thursday, said the PHA has no comment on the situation. 

"The leave is a non-disciplinary interim measure intended to protect the operations, records, employees, tenants, and interests of the Authority while the concerns are reviewed," the PHA Board's fourth resolution reads. 

"During the leave, Ms. Danzy shall continue to receive her regular salary and benefits, subject to all ordinary deductions and benefit requirements. The Board has not, by this resolution, made a final determination that any allegation is substantiated or that Cause exists under the employment agreement." 

The board, however, did find that concerns warrant further investigation, which could result in termination or discipline.  

The first resolution states that, based on information presented to and discussed by the board during its prior meetings and executive sessions, including matters identified in a July 13 notice to the executive director, the board found that substantial concerns have been raised around Danzy's financial, operational, regulatory, management, and governance responsibilities. 

Attorney Kevin Kinne has been retained to advise and represent the board; legal fees over $5,000 would need further approval.