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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHousing & Redevelopment Authority Packet 05-23-2013MEETING AGENDA PLYMOUTH HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY THURSDAY, MAY 23, 2013 - 7:00 p.m. WHERE: Medicine Lake Room City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN 55447 CONSENT AGENDA All items listed on the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the Housing and Redevelopment Authority and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Commissioner, citizen or petitioner so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in normal sequence on the agenda. 1. CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 P.M. 2. CONSENT AGENDA A. Approve HRA Meeting Minutes for April 25, 2013. B. Plymouth Towne Square. Accept Monthly Housing Report. C. Vicksburg Crossing. Accept Monthly Housing/Marketing Report. 3. NEW BUSINESS A. Update on HRA/City loan/assessment program for apartment fire suppression system installations. (Tabled from April 25, 2013) B. HRA Strategic Plan. (Tabled from April 25, 2013) 4. ADJOURNMENT DRAFT MINUTES PLYMOUTH HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY April 25, 2013 PRESENT: Vice Chair Paul Caryotakis, Carl Runck, and Toni Jelinek ABSENT: Chairman Jeff Kulaszewicz and Jim Willis STAFF PRESENT: Housing Program Manager Jim Barnes and Office Support Representative Janice Bergstrom 1. CALL TO ORDER Vice Chair Caryotakis called the Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority meeting to order at 7:06 p.m. 2. CONSENT AGENDA A. Approve March 28, 2013 HRA Meeting Minutes. B. Plymouth Towne Square. Accept Monthly Housing Report, C. Vicksburg Crossing. Accept Monthly Housing/Marketing Report. MOTION by Commissioner Jelinek, seconded by Commissioner Runck, to approve the consent agenda. Vote. 3 Ayes. MOTION approved. 3. NEW BUSINESS A. Update on HRA/City loan/assessment program for apartment fire suppression system installations. Housing Manager Barnes reviewed the staff report. Commissioner Runck asked if the insurance savings resulting from installing -fire suppression systems had been investigated. He said an apartment owner might then see the incentive to install a sprinkler system. Housing Manager Barnes said Grace Management Representative Bodigheimer was going to provide that information, but we do not have any numbers at this time. Vice Chair Caryotakis asked if codes have changed requiring fire suppression for new construction. Draft Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority April 25, 2013 Page 2 Housing Program Manager Barnes said new construction codes require fire suppression, but a remodel would not require such a system. He added cost estimates are difficult because the costs vary significantly depending on the building. Commissioner Runck said we have the most attractive rental market in the nation with a 2.3% vacancy rate and suburbs are the next boom for apartments. Commissioner Runck said cap rates have never been lower and it is the best time ever to be an apartment owner and developer since the late 1980's. Commissioner Runck pointed out apartment owners have money to install the fire suppression systems and questioned would they be forced to do it or is there incentive for them to do it. Vice Chair Caryotakis asked how much new development competes with the older properties and whether it would be cost effective to buy an older property and rehab it. Commissioner Runck said the next opportunity would be value added for suburban apartments versus the new development which is happening. Commissioner Runck said 37 of the 54 apartment buildings in Plymouth are older and do not have fire protection. Commissioner Jelinek asked what the cost split would be between a building owner and the city. Housing Program Manager Barnes said there are many ways a program could be designed depending on what the HRA Board's interests are. He added the program would have to be approved by City Council as it is not a loan program, but rather an assessment program. Commissioner Jelinek said it would make sense to offer this program whether or not building owners choose to take advantage. She said it is a benefit that the city offers which can help apartment owners provide a safe environment for tenants. Vice Chair Caiyotakis said he would like further discussion on insurance savings which would help apply leverage to help apartment owners guide their decision. Commissioner Runck concurred. Housing Program Manager Barnes said we will table this item to the next meeting at which time he will provide information on insurance savings. He added he would like more direction from the Board on how to proceed before applying staff resources to create a program. Commissioner Runck suggested meeting with some apartment owners who have multiple buildings to make in -roads with some of them; Commissioner Runck volunteered to do this. Housing Manager Barnes reiterated there were only three responses from the 50 letters sent. He added Crystal has had this program in place for ten years with a few churches initially taking advantage of the program. However, there has been very little demand since. Draft Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority April 25, 2013 Page 3 Commissioner Runck asked if fire suppression systems could be required when apartment ownership changes. Housing Program Manager Barnes stated it can be required only when there is a change in use. B. HRA Strategic Plan. Vice Chair Caryotakis opened discussion on the HRA strategic plan. Housing Program Manager Barnes said Chairman Kulaszewicz could not be here and requested the item be tabled. Commissioner Runck cominented the report was well done and thorough. He asked for clarification on supply and demand and information on the waiting lists of all the programs to better understand actual needs. Housing Manager Barnes stated all programs listed in the report are being used. He said some such as Regulatory Fees, which have been discussed by the HRA and City Council can be removed. Housing Program Manager Barnes reviewed the four main programs which are the first time hoinebuyer, rehab, two senior buildings and the Section 8 . He said the waiting lists are very large for the Housing Choice Voucher program and Plymouth Towne Square one - bedroom units. Housing Program Manager Baines said there might be an unmet need to increase the income cap. He said if the Board wanted to we could serve households up to 115% of median income if a new program were designed. Commissioner Runck asked how Plymouth compares to metro median income. Housing Manager Barnes said we are mid -$80's of median income which is about $4,000 - 5,000 higher than the Minneapolis/St. Paul MSA. Commissioner Runck said the forecast for interest rates is they are starting to go up. He said analysts predict 100 basis points in the next year and half. Commissioner Runck said in the real estate world everyone is trying to refinance or develop now because rates will never be this low again. Commissioner Runck said we did refinance the senior properties at the lower rates, but questioned if we should look at development opportunities or are we missing an opportunity with these low interest rates now. He said we may talk in two years about a project but interest rates could be 6% or higher because of inflation. Vice Chair Caryotakis said we have reserves earning very little now. Cominissioner Caryotakis asked if we could deploy those reserves more effectively and are we willing to put them at risk. Housing Program Manager Barnes said while the reserves are available, the Board wanted to keep some reserves available for Vicksburg Crossing in case there were financial difficulties. He Draft Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority April 25, 2013 Page 4 added the financial reports for the Vicksburg Crossing and Plymouth Towne Square show it is very expensive, especially unit turns, to maintain and operate the buildings. Vice Chair Caryotakis said no projects have warranted using reserves to date. The programs we support make sense and are needed. Housing Manager Barnes added the reserves could be used if a developer had a request, i.e. for affordable housing. We could provide a loan out of the reserves instead of creating a new TIF District. There was discussion regarding the difficulty for affordable housing when the market is geared toward the type of single family homes, rather than townhomes, being built currently. Assisting private sector developers is preferable as the City/HRA supplies only incremental support. Commissioner Runck said he could see a growing need for affordable housing on the east side of Plymouth. He asked if the city promotes to developers what the city can offer. Housing Manager Barnes said inquiries are mainly regarding incentives the city has for multi- family rental situations. He said there is very little demand for commercial/industrial as companies want to come in to Plymouth. Housing Manager Barnes recommended tabling Item 3.B. to May 23, 2013 HAA meeting for frill board discussion. 4. ADJOURNMENT MOTION by Vice Chair Caryotakis, seconded by Commissioner Jelinek, to adjourn the meeting at 7:30 p.m. P PLYMOUTH TO NE SQUARE MEMORANDUM To: Jim Barnes From: Jeff Lelivelt, Managing Director, Plymouth Towne Square Date: May 13, 2013 Re: PTS Monthly Report for April 2013 May Newsletter and Calendar attached Occupancy/Marketin c Current Occupancy — 100% Current wait list status: One Bedroom — 167 applicants; the list is closed Two Bedroom — 18 applicants Administrative/Building Operations On 411, an all day test and repair was done on the emergency generator. There have been no problems since then. On 413, an initial inspection of the west wing foundation by Western Waterproofing was conducted because of leakage in the garage. A second inspection is scheduled with a bid to follow. The piano was tuned in preparation for the PTS Glee Club. On 4121 at approximately 1:30pm, 2 young men tried to gain access to the lobby by getting a resident to let them in. The resident refused and the 2 began to pound and kick the lobby glass doors. They eventually left. A police report was filed. Resident Services On 416, there was a pajama party from 6 to Spm with games, prizes and treats for the 12 attendees. On 419 & 4110 the Managing Director attended a 2 day conference put on by the Minnesota Multi -Housing Association. 15500 37th Avenue North • Plymouth, MN 55446-3250 Phone: (763) 550-9525 • Fax: (763) 551-0144 Owned by Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority On 419 & 4110 the Managing Director attended a 2 day conference put on by the Minnesota Multi -Housing Association. The manager had a meeting with Interfaith Outreach regarding a new free food delivery program for seniors funded by a government grant. A meeting to present this to the residents is scheduled for May, 2013. The monthly Resident Meeting was held on 411812013. 51 residents attended. On 4/26/2013 PTS hosted a Spring Fling for residents and guests. It included a yard clean-up, lunch and a flea market. The clean-up was postponed because the yard was covered with snow. Emergency Information Sheets for all residents have been updated and filed. Balance Sheet PLYMOUTH TOWNS SQUARE As Of April 30, 2013 CURRENT ASSETS MIPETTY CASH M I OPERATING ACCOUNT M I SEC DEPOSIT CASH ACCOUNT INVESTMENTS - WORKING CAPITAL FUND INVESTMENTS - NEW DEBT SERVICE ACCOUNTS REC-TENANTS INTEREST RECEIVABLE ACCOUNTS REC-OTHER PREPAID PROPERTY INSURANCE PREPAID OTHER TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS FIXED ASSETS LAND SITE IMPROVEMENTS BUILDING BUILDING IMPROVEMENTS FURN, FIXT & EQUIP -GENERAL FURNITURE & FIXTURES - HOUSEKEEPING COMPUTERSIOFFICE EQUIPMENT ACCUMULATED DEPRECIATION TOTAL FIXED ASSETS NON-CURRENT ASSETS DEFERRED CHG - ORIG ISS COSTS DEFERRED CHG - BOND ISS COSTS UNAMORTIZED GAIN/LOSS ON REFUNDING TOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETS TOTAL ASSETS Ending Balance 500 63,266 53,201 817,491 179,832 5,760 833 78 3,720 3,439 459,247 111,390 5,767,619 301,779 250,941 8,696 13,060 3,236,900) 567) 462) 61,212 Total 9,128,120 3,675,830 60,163 4,864,113 Balance Sheet PLYMOUTH TOWNE SQUARE SNI"t.: w 6 v Ending Balance LIABILITIES Total CURRENT LIABILITIES ACCOUNTS PAYABLE -TRADE 10,970 ACCRUED PAYROLL 1,942 ACCRUED COMPENSATED BALANCES 3,515 ACCRUED INTEREST 7,982 ACCRUED REAL ESTATE TAXES 10,527 ACCRUED OTHER 3,417 TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES 38,353 LONG-TERM LIABILITIES SECURITY DEPOSITS 53,070 BONDS PAYABLE - SERIES 2011A 3,165,000 BOND DISCOUNT 811 BOND PREMIUM 67,925 3,286,806 TOTAL LIABILITIES 3,325,159 EQUITY RETAINED EARNINGS RSRVD FOR DS 111,665 RETAINED EARNINGS 1,370,793 TOTAL EQUITY 1,482,458 CURRENT YEAR INCOMEI(LOSS) 56,497 TOTAL LIABILITIES & EQUITY 4,864,113 Profit and Loss Variance PLYMOUTH TOWNS SQUARE Through April 30, 2013 MTD Actual Budget Var. 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Year Budget INCOME APARTMENT RENTAL REVENUE 52,914 53,671 757) 207,031 214,684 7,653) 644,052 HRA INDIVIDUAL 17,167 17,187 0 68,668 68,666 0 206,004 GARAGE RENT 3,015 2,080 135 11,970 11,520 450 34,560 GUEST ROOM REVENUE 330 193 137 305 772 1357) 2,316 LAUNDRY REVENUE 841 890 49) 3,321 3,560 239) 10,680 APPLICATION FEE REVENUE 0 53 53) 175 212 37) 636 TRANSFER FEE REVENUE 0 0 0 0 50D 1500) 500 INVESTMENT INCOME 540 833 293) 3,057 3,332 275) 9,996 MISCELLANEOUS REVENUE 90 275 185) 170 1,100 930) 3,300 TOTAL INCOME 74,897 75,962 1,065) 294,777 304,346 9,571) 912,044 EXPENSES ADMINISTRATION MANAGERSALARIESANAGES 3,50 3,750 247 14,011 15,000 989 45,000 PAYROLL TAXES 624 692 68 2,910 2,768 142) 13,304 HEALTH INSURANCE 481 1,050 569 1,795 4,200 2,402 12,600 WORKERS COMP INSURANCE 53 17B 125 234 712 478 2,136 MAINTENANCE SALARIE&WAGES 1,497 1,551 54 6,039 8,204 165 16,612 MAINTENANCE ASST SALARIESMAGES 837 98B 151 3,570 3,952 382 11,656 EMPLOYEECOSTS 80 51 29) 360 204 156) 612 SEMINAR7TRAINING 255 25 230) 255 100 155) 300 BANK FEES 7) 5 12 21 20 1) 50 DUES, SUBS & MEMBERSHIPS 0 0 0 0 0 0 55 LICENSE & PERMITS 0 0 0 0 0 0 694 MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT 79 78 1) 359 312 47) 936 POSTAGE/OVERNIGHT EXPRESS 46 73 27 46 137 51 161 PRINTING 0 10 t0 150 40 110) 120 MANAGEMENT FEES 4,400 4,400 0 17,600 17,600 0 52,600 PROFESSIONAL FEES 177 300 123 350 1,200 850 3,600 TELEPHONE EXPENSE 480 470 10) 1,921 1,660 41) 5,640 EQUIPMENT LEASEIREPAIR 268 130 138) 766 520 246} 1,560 OFFICE SUPPLIES 193 85 108) 524 340 184) 1,020 MISCELLANEOUS ADMIN EXPENSE 0 10 10 0 40 40 120 TOTAL ADMIN EXPENSES 12,966 13,846 880 50,916 55,189 4,273 166,386 RESILIENT SERVICES RESILIENT PROGRAWACT1VITIES 356 200 156) 1,072 1,350 76 5,000 TOTAL RES SERV EXPENSES 358 200 158) 1,072 1,150 76 6,000 MARKETING ADVERTISING 0 15 15 0 60 60 160 PROMOTIONAVPARTIES 0 0 0 84 0 64) 0 TOTAL MARKETING EXPENSES 0 15 15 84 60 24) 160 HOUSEKEEPING CONTRACT LABOR 1,574 1,409 05) 5,624 5,955 132 17,868 CLEANING SUPPLIES 197 200 3 550 800 250 2,400 TOTAL HOUSEKEEPING EXPENSES 1,770 1,889 61) 6,374 8,758 302 20,268 Profit and Loss Variance PLYMOUTH TOWNE SQUARE Through April 30, 2013 BUILDING 8 GROUNDS CABLE TV EXPENSE UTILITIES - ELECTRICITY UTILITIES - GAS UTILITIES - VVATERISEWER WATER SOFTENING SERVICE DOORS, KEYS & WINDOWS FIRE SYSTEM SERVICE LAWN SERVICEILANDSCAPISNOW RMVL PESTCONTROL TRASH REMOVAL UNIT TURNOVER REPAIRS ELEVATOR -REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE BUILDING A GROUNDS SUPPLIES HVAC - REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE MISCELLANEOUS U & G EXPENSES TOTAL BUILDING & GROUNDS OTHER OPERATING EXPENSES PROPERTY & LIABILITY INSURANCE PAYMENT IN LIEU OF PROPERTY TAX TOTAL OTHER OPERATING EXPENSES TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSES NET OPERATING INCOME I ( LOSS) DEPREC, INTEREST & OTHER EXPENSE DEPRECIATION EXPENSE AMORTIZATION EXPENSE RESERVEJREPLACE CAPITAL EXPENSE INTEREST EXPENSE TOTAL DEPREC, INTEREST & OTHER NET INCOME I (LOSS) MTD Actual Budget Var. 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ON TOP OF IT, PLEASE HELP US TAKE CARE OF THIS BEAUTIFUL INSTRUMENT Bone Health: Tips to keep your bones healthy Protecting your bone health is easier than you think. Understand how diet, physical activity and other lifestyle factors can affect your bone mass. Bones play many roles in your body - providing structure, protecting organs, anchoring muscles and storing calcium. While it is particularly important to take steps to build strong and healthy bones during childhood and adolescence, you can take steps during adulthood to protect bone health too. Why is bone health important? Your bones are continuously changing - new bone is made and old bone is broken down. When you are young your body makes new bone faster than it breaks down old bone and your bone mass increases. Most people reach their peak bone mass around age 30. After that bone remodeling continues but you lose slightly more mass than you gain. How likely you are to develop osteoporosis - a condition that causes bones to become weak and brittle - depends on how much bone mass you attain by the time you are 30 and how rapidly you lose it after that. The higher your peak bone mass, the more bone you have "in the bank" and the less likely you are to develop osteoporosis as you age. What affects bone health? A number of factors can affect bone health. For example: The amount of calcium in your diet. A diet low in calcium contributes to diminished bone density, early bone loss and increased risk of fractures. Physical activity. People who are physically inactive have a higher risk of osteoporosis than do their more active counterparts. Tobacco and alcohol use. Research suggests that tobacco use contributes to weak bones. Similarly, regularly having more than two alcoholic drinks per day increases the risk of osteoporosis because alcohol can interfere with the body's ability to absorb calcium. Gender, size and age. You're at greater risk of osteoporosis if you are a woman because women have less bone tissue than men. You're also at risk if you're extremely thin (with a body mass index of 19 or less) or have a small body frame because you may have less bone mass to draw from as you age. Also, your bones thinner and weaker as you age. Race and family history. You're at greatest risk of osteoporoses if you are Caucasian of Asian descent. In addition having a parent or sibling puts you at greater risk. Hormone levels. Too much thyroid hormone can cause bone loss. In women, bone loss increases dramatically at menopause due to dropping estrogen levels. In men, low testosterone levels can cause loss of bone mass. Eating disorders, People who have anorexia or bulimia are at risk of bone loss. In addition, stomach surgery, weight loss surgery and conditions such as Crohn's disease, celiac disease and Cushing's disease can affect your body's ability to absorb calcium. So, what can you do? Include plenty of calcium in your diet! Up to age 50 for women and 70 for men, the Recommended Daily Allowance is (RDA) 1000 mg/day. After that it increases to 1,200 mg/day. Sources of calcium include dairy products, almonds, broccoli, kale, canned salmon with bones, sardines and soy. products such as tofu. If you find it difficult to get the RDA of calcium, check with your doctor about supplements. Pay attention to Vitamin D. Your body needs Vitamin D to absorb calcium. The RDA is 600 units until age 70 and 800 after that. Good sources are oily fish, such as tuna and sardines, egg yolks and fortified milk. Sunlight also contributes. If you can't get enough Vitamin D, check with your doctor for supplements. Include physical activity in your daily routine. Weight bearing exercises such as walking jogging and stair climbing help build strong bones and slow bone loss. Avoid substance abuse. Don't smoke and avoid more than 2 alcoholic drinks per day. F. Y. I. PLEASE USE YOUR HEADLIGHTS WHEN DRIVING IN THE GARAGE SO WE DON'T RUN OVER ANYBODY. THERE IS A TAI CHI CLASS EVERY MONDAY, TUESDAY AND FRIDAY A T 8:30A M HELD IN THE SECOND FLOOR ACTIVITY ROOM. NEW MEMBERS ARE WELCOME. THERE ARE 2 LARGER GROCERY CARTS KEPT IN THE GARAGE FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE. PLEASE RETURN THEM TO THEIR ORIGINAL SPOTS WHEN YOU ARE DONE USING THEM. IF YOUR CO2 ALARM GOES OFF AFTER BUSINESS HOURS, WRAP IT IN A TOWEL AND PUT IT IN A CLOSET UNTIL YOU CAN REPORT IT THE NEXT DA y PLEASE DO NOT USE CONFETTI OR CANDLES A T PRIVATE PARTIES AS ONE IS A MESS TO CLEAN UP AND THE OTHER SETS OFF FIRE ALARMS. Flame throwers are also frowned upon). 0 Musings of a Messy Mind How does Teflon stick to the pan? If the professor on Gilligan's Island can make a radio out of a coconut... why couldn't he fix the hole in the boat? I knew my daughter was growing up when she stopped asking me where she came from and started refusing to tell me where she was going. I spilled spot remover on my dog.... now he's gone. The early bird gets the worm.... but the second mouse gets the cheese. Democracy is being allowed to vote for the candidate you dislike the least. The average housefly lives for 1 month (not in my house, he doesn'N. Maturity is acting your age instead of your urge- The average person over 50 will have spent 5 years waiting in lines. GEORGE CLOONEY 6 1151 25 , MAKS DUBINSKIY 10 igvRiitlR fill FRED ASTAIRE 10 BORUKH PLOTKIN 17 MR 5-- x YASYA GORELIK 24 BARB BRENN 28 OR - V-3 JOE NAMATH TZ 31 M O N ct CO) LL C 2 c q t! y i 66O CO ti q Cy q U 00 r.y nl M OM 01 c IRE U o tS OU U U Cy U MUCqfYUoqUCq V 73 73 q n Q q a q o o o o o o o E o ll- M 00 0% a GO 0\ ON41 g q ao a w ryryryryryry 4 moo t a s O Cf d CS d O CS d CS o N req i W 0 0 0 O 0 0 o O 0 0 0 0 a M 00 N cn aCN nbntiCN0\ NIn im ViC66,,g Crossing MEMORANDUM To: Jim Barnes From: Sara Paquette Date: May 13, 2013 RE: Vicksburg Crossing Monthly Report for April 2013 May Newsletter and May Calendar attached a.c. Rentals: As of April 30th we have 92 occupied apartments with 2 vacant, and we have 1 deposit at this time, giving us a total of 1 apartment available to rent. The Low Income Apartment waiting list now has 38 names so we have been adding interested people to the list_ Listed below is a breakdown of units that are occupied and vacant. Style (Total #) Square Feet Bedrooms Occupied Vacant Deposits Est'd Move in Style A (23) 850 Sq Ft 1 Bedroom 23 0 0 Style C (8) 884 Sq Ft 1 + Den 8 0 0 Style C2 (8) 950 Sq Ft 1 + Den 8 0 0 Style D (8) 1187 Sq Ft 2 Bedroom 8 0 0 Style D2 (4) 1281 Sq Ft 2 Bedroom 4 0 0 Style E (7) 1055 Sq Ft 2 Bedroom G 1 1 May 1st Style E2 (3) 1055 Sq Ft 2 Bedroom 3 0 0 Affordable 33) 725 Sq Ft 1 Bedroom 32 1 0 TOTALS 92 1 1 3155 V;cl sl ur T aa e N . Pl}auout)1, 1 I I 5447 a ]'Bone (763)559-1877. Pax (763)550-0144 • ti. wwci.plymouthann.us Owacj by Plymouth Housing and PeJevelopment NuthoriLy 121 EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY Move-Ins/Move-Outs: In April we had 2 residents move out, one from a 2 bedroom (style E2) and one from an affordable 1 bedroom. We had one new resident move into apartment 413 (style E2). Marketing We have decided to put the new website on hold and are looking at our options for updating the current website. One of the main goals is to add photos to our site. Due to the fact that the building has remained consistently occupied we feel that our current advertising and marketing tools have been effective. Resident Services On Wednesday, April 3rd during our monthly resident meeting, we had Pam Darnell and other members of the Community Emergency Response Team come to talk to residents about being prepared in case of an emergency. They showed residents some items that would be helpful to have in their apartments in case of an emergency. Mike, from maintenance, also talked to residents about power outages and our emergency generator. We had our monthly birthday party on Thursday, April 18th. We decorated with balloons, festive napkins and plates. We listed the birthday people on a balloon poster and sang Happy Birthday. We also give each resident a card on their birthday. Building Issues We did not have any building issues this month. Balance Sheet VICKSBURG CROSSING As Of April 30, 2013 Ending Balance Total ASSETS CURRENT ASSETS M I PETTY CASH 612 M I OPERATING ACCOUNT 461,185 M I SECURITY CASH ACCOUNT 58,240 INVESTMENTS - WORKING CAPITAL FUND 328,259 INVESTMENTS - DEBT SERVICE 9,739,867 ACCOUNTS REC-TENANTS 705) INTEREST RECEIVABLE 750 ACCOUNTS REC-OTHER 420 PREPAID PROPERTY INSURANCE 3,889 PREPAID OTHER 3,413 TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS 14,595,930 FIXED ASSETS LAND 874,593 SITE IMPROVEMENTS 238393 BUILDING 9,025,428 FURNITURE, FIXTURES & EQUIP -GENERAL 348,957 COMPUTERSIOFFICE EQUIPMENT 4,711 ACCUMULATED DEPRECIATION 2,362,306) TOTAL FIXED ASSETS 8,130,176 NON-CURRENT ASSETS BOND ISSUANCE COST 869) TOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETS 869) TOTAL ASSETS 18,725,236 Balance Sheet 56,308 VICKSBURG CROSSING 9,880,000 As Of April 30, 2013 9,890,000 BOND DISCOUNT Ending Balance Total LIABILITIES 27,379) CURRENT LIABILITIES ACCOUNTS PAYABLE -TRADE 14,314 HEARTS & MEMORIALS FUND DONATIONS 112 ACCRUED PAYROLL 2,138 ACCRUED COMPENSATED BALANCES 3,515 ACCRUED INTEREST 76,830 ACCRUED REAL ESTATE TAXES 18,196 ACCRUED OTHER 1,245 TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES 116,351 LONG-TERM LIABILITIES SECURITY DEPOSITS 56,308 BONDS PAYABLE 9,880,000 BOND PAYABLE -2012A 9,890,000 BOND DISCOUNT 27,268) BOND DISCOUNT -2012A 27,379) TOTAL LIABILITIES EQUITY RETAINED EARNINGS-RSRVD FOR DS RETAINED EARNINGS TOTAL EQUITY CURRENT YEAR INCOMEI(LOSS) TOTAL LIABILITIES & EQUITY 10,135,881 11,243,779) 19, 771,661 19,888,011 1,107,899) 64,876) 18,725,236 Profit and Loss Variance VICKSBURG CROSSING Through April 30, 2013 MTD Actual Budget Var. YTD Actual Budget Var. Year Budget INCOME APARTMENT RENTAL REVENUE 90,945 86,144 2,801 363,795 353,200 10,569 1,060,240 APARTMENT RENTAL REVENUE -COUNTY 2,135 2,646 511) 0,540 10,564 2,044) 31,752 HRA SUBSIDY - TAX LEVY 2,500 2,500 0 10,000 10,000 0 30,000 GARAGE RENT 2,970 2,925 45 11,957 11,700 257 35,100 GUEST ROOM REVENUE 420 100 320 1,600 400 1,260 1,200 LATE FEE REVENUE 30 15 15 120 60 60 180 APPLICATION FEE REVENUE 35 53 18) 175 212 37) 636 TRANSFER FEE REVENUE 300 600 200) 000 500 100 1.000 INVESTMENT INCOME 1,974) 750 2,724) 284 3,000 12,705) 9,000 MISCELLANEOUS REVENUE 260 630 370) 1,285 2,520 1,235) 7,560 TOTAL INCOME 97,621 98,263 642) 398,446 392,182 8,204 1,178,878 EXPENSES ADMINISTRATION MANAGER SALARIES 4,092 4,137 45 16,367 16,548 181 49,644 PAYROLL TAXES 672 734 62 3,121 2,936 1135) 0,008 HEALTH INSURANCE 1,050 1,233 173 4,088 4,932 844 14,798 WORKERS COMP INSURANCE 38 160 122 169 840 471 1,920 MAINTFNANCESALARIES1MGES 1,497 1,551 54 6,039 6,204 165 18,612 MAINTENANCE ASST SALARIES B37 968 151 3,570 3,952 302 11,856 EMPLOYEE COSTS 00 51 29) 360 204 156) 612 SEMINARITRAIN1NG 255 25 230) 255 100 155) 300 BANK FEES 0 5 5 13 20 B 50 DUES, SUBS & MEMBERSHIPS 0 10 10 0 40 40 120 LICENSE & PERMITS 0 0 0 676 676 0 878 MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT 54 6B 14 242 272 30 816 POSTAGEIOVERNIGHT EXPRESS 6 11 5 54 44 10) 132 PRINTING 0 5 5 0 20 20 60 MANAGEMENT FEES 4,000 4,000 0 16,000 16.000 0 48,000 PROFESSIONAL FEES 405 225 180) 537 900 383 2,700 TELEPHONE EXPENSE 508 507 1) 2,026 2,020 2 6,084 EOUIPMENT LEASEIREPAIR 76 126 52 304 512 208 1,536 OFFICESUPPLIES 0 85 85 200 340 140 1,020 TOTAL ADMIN EXPENSES 13,500 13,923 343 54,021 56,368 2,347 167,952 RESIDENT SERVICES RESIDENT PROGRAWACTIVITIES 314 275 39) 1,433 1,100 333) 4,825 TOTAL RES SERV EXPENSES 314 275 39) 1,433 1,100 333) 4,625 MARKETING ADVERTISING 0 400 400 1,255 0,608 7,343 11,808 PROMOTIONALIPARTIES 0 350 350 0 450 450 900 TOTAL MARKETING EXPENSES 0 750 750 1,265 9,658 7,793 12,768 HOUSEKEEPING CONTRACT LABOR 976 1,040 64 3,833 4,160 327 12,480 CLEANING SUPPLIES 311 120 191) 470 480 2 1,440 TOTAL HOUSEKEEPING EXPENSES 1,287 1,160 1127) 4,311 4,640 329 13,920 Profit and Loss Variance VICKSBURG CROSSING Through April 30, 2013 MTD Actual Budget Var. YTD Actual Budget Var. Year Budget BUILDING & GROUNDS CABLE TV EXPENSE 120 123 3 481 492 11 1,476 UTILITIES -ELECTRICITY 1,699 2,229 530 7,269 8803 1,624 27,437 UTILITIES - GAS 2,727 1,140 1,587) 15,949 10,757 5,192) 18,794 UTILITIES -WATERISEWER 967 925 42) 3,813 3,700 113) 12,040 WATER SOFTENING SERVICE 172 141 31) 709 564 145) 1,892 DOORS, KEYS & WINDOWS 0 93 93 4 372 360 1116 FIRE SYSTEM SERVICE 938 321 517) 1,095 1,284 189 3,852 LAWN SERVICEILANDSCAPISNOW RMVL 4,547 1,500 3,047) 10,674 6,000 4,874) 18,000 PEST CONTROL 6 525 625 1,225 2,043 818 5,872 TRASH REMOVAL 9131 000 181) 3,833 3,200 433) 9,600 UNIT TURNOVER REPAIRS 1,399 2,557 1,258 15,434 10,668 4,766) 32,004 ELEVATOR -REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE 413 450 47 1,841 1,840 199 5,520 REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE 15,782 1.200 14,582) 23,550 4,800 18,750) 27,400 BUILDING & GROUNDS SUPPLIES 509 800 291 1,614 3,200 1,586 9,600 HVAC - REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE 225 710 485 2,722 2,840 118 8,520 MISCELLANEOUS B & G EXPENSES 0 15 15 0 60 80 186 TOTAL BUILDING & GROUNDS 30,477 13,749 16,728) 89,813 60,713 29,100) 182,903 OTHER OPERATING EXPENSES PROPERTY& LIABILITY INSURANCE 2,541 2,669 128 10,164 10,676 512 32,028 PAYMENT IN LIEU OF PROPERTY TAX 4,549 4,490 59) 18,196 17,960 238) 53,880 TOTAL OTHER OPERATING EXPENSES 7,09D 7,159 69 28,36D 26,636 276 85,908 TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSES 52,748 37,016 15,732) 179,202 160,515 16,667) 466,216 NET OPERATING INCOME !{LOSS) 44,872 61,247 16,375) 219,243 231,667 12,424) 706,460 DEPREC, INTEREST B OTHER EXPENSE DEPRECIATION EXPENSE 30723 30,546 77) 122,890 122,584 306) 367,752 AMORTIZATION FXPENSF 325 303 22) 1,302 1,212 90) 3,636 INTEREST EXPENSE 34,560 38,415 3,655 149,928 153,660 3,732 480,980 TOTAL DEPREC, INTEREST B OTHER 65,6D8 69,364 3,756 274,120 277,456 3,336 632,368 NET INCOME I (LOSS) 2D,736) 8,117) 12,619) 54,8771 45,789) 9,066) 123,91381 y w w w a LU w w w tai w CO) _ N w m z j i 7{ x z a N y W X (7 Z z 4 (n 4J w '4 Z r~j }a( / w 2 a ? 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F a W a Q U a v>>> 3 O u w Z W w>>¢ q Fes- a f w r ? uJ a r 7 w rc w z p a p W w O ¢ a F- F z 0 z Vickst)urg Crossing May 2013 I think a lot of people are hoping for a warm, sunny May, with no snow showers. We have a lot of excited gardeners this year so I hope we can get out to dig in the dirt soon! This year we have a group of residents planning a small perennial garden that will be located next to our annual garden. Jerry, who is involved with the garden, has arranged for a Master Gardener from the University of Minnesota to come and speak to the group. The person will be coming on Wednesday, May 7th. At this time we do not have details, but I will post it when we have more information in case any other residents would like to attend the presentation. 000 00000 00000000000000000000000 0 Celebrate Seniors Month May is "Celebrate Seniors" month and we have planned a grand cele- bration. The party will be Thursday, May 9th at 5:30 in the com- 0 munity room. We will have food from Chef Lee's and the menu will 0 include Chicken Chow Mein, rice, egg roll, and dessert. The cost will `i 0 be $6.00 and sign up will be Thursday, May 2nd and Friday, May 3rd 0from10:00-12:00 in the community room. You may sign up in the office no later than Monday, May 6th. Lively entertainment will be 10 provided by the Maple Street Ramblers Dixieland Jazz Band. The 0 performance will be at 6:30 following dinner. 0 Vere will be a volunteer sign up sheet outside my office. 0 I hope everyone can make it! ! OOOOOOOO000000 000 Welcome! We have one new resident this month. Please welcome Mary Ann Bauer who moved into apartment 409. Welcome to Vicksburg Crossing! Maintenance and Building Updates Please make sure to check the cleaning list on the refrigerator in the community room after you have a party. Although I realize the garage parking spots are tight, please try to center your car be- tween the lines when parking in the underground garage. Your garage stall neighbor will appreciate it! We are asking residents not to light candles in the community room due to an inci- dent that caused the fire alarms to sound. I would like to remind all residents, although we have a very safe building, please keep your door locked. Hopefully May will bring warm weather, so I would like to remind residents to let family and friends know that both the building and the grounds at Vicksburg Crossing' are smoke free. Window cleaning will be on Wednesday, May 1 Sth, weather permitting. There will be more information distributed as we approach the date. Our severe weather shelter is located in the underground parking garage. If there is severe weather in the area stay tuned to the radio or television. Sirens are intended for people who are outside and you may not hear them if you are in your apartment. Thank You! Mzb a Resident Coffee and Meeting ° At our April resident meeting we had Pam Darnell and others from the Community Emergency Response Team attend. They talked about items ° you should keep in your apartment in case of an emergency or power outage. Mike talked about our emergency generator. He informed resi ° - g g y IL dents that, if the electricity goes out the generator powers the community, room, some light in the hallways, one elevator and the garage door.D Don't miss our next resident meeting on Wednesday, May 1st at 9:00 ° g Y Y 8_ in the community room. Spring Safety As the weather improves more people are out in the neighborhood, kids will be out of school for the summer and we have more visitors to the building. So it is a good time to review some common sense building safety precautions. Don't open the security door unless you know the person. Watch the garage door close behind you. If you see any suspicious activity call 911. Keep your car locked, even in the underground parking garage. Do not keep valuables in your car. f'a % rr-o- m l lr-s y 6 'e Office Hours There will be limited office hours from May 24th—May 31 st. Have a good Memorial Day weekend! Ali 1i li li l V li li 1i ,lam 1i l li li li Ali Ali 1 Ali li 1i { 1i 1i 1i l 1i Rent is due on or before Sunday, May 5th 1i li li Ali SIC { 41i ilk Ali Ali Ali 1 )1 - 1i Ali )li Ali )1i Ali )li )1G )li )li li )1i-1411 1- )1i i{ il il i} i{ it l { il il ilC i{ 7111.111\- 01 } { 71 il 7l lZ 71C i{ { l i} l } { Hapj2y Birthday to the following residents this month: May birthdays will be celebrated on Thursday, May 16th at 2:00 in the Community Room The birthday celebration is open to all residents who wish to come down and help us celebrate. Even if it's not your birthday) Our birthday party is always on the 3rd Thursday of the month. Pat Michels Ralph Estrin Rosie Woodruff Walter Rupp Maxine Pederson May 5th May 6th May 10th May 12th May 13th Cn st 0) _O y 4O v\ :z 4t ca 8 on t: o 0 0 Oro o 00 m ;7j n nz Cb00 r)3 tooa 0 cQ b0 s4 0o cQ o ro ro roC) y y y y roCD 0 CS cp 23, Rn R- Grq o ik- c o N a o o n a q cc a moo, r' o r a r rn o a ro o d ro o o a 6b o ts ro Cr rx o C zr z a 01 y 1 y y (b V Ch y co 0 s O O C^jlOUtO (n Ln [J1 O U7 kn O Q o o o q o q o o o C9 6 V 4 p y 4 p y `' p y ti- p d 0 00 b cn C CD c wk Agenda Number 3. /f . PLYMOUTH HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY STAFF REPORT TO: Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority FROM: Jim Barnes, Housing Manager through Steve Juetten, Executive Director MEETING DATE: May 23, 2013 SUBJECT: Potential new HRA/City Program Update — Discuss a loan/assessment program for apartment fire suppression system installations. BACKGROUND: At the January HRA meeting, the Board directed staff to survey existing property owners of multi -family buildings to determine if there was interest in utilizing a program to install fire suppression systems in existing buildings. Staff contacted approximately 50 owners and received feed back from three of the properties. None of the three indicated they would definitely use such a program. They stated they would consider it after reviewing the program requirements along with obtaining cost estimates to determine if it was worthwhile. At the April HRA meeting the board asked if staff could prepare a program outline to assist with the discussion of the topic. Staff has prepared a summary of what a potential program could look like. The Board should be aware that all of the information in the outline is preliminary and is open for discussion and changes. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority Board of Commissioners discuss the idea of creating a program funded by the HRA reserves to assist apartment property owners in installing fire suppression systems in buildings that currently do not have any. ATTACHMENTS: 1. January HRA staff report 2. Draft program outline Agenda Number PLYMOUTH HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY STAFF REPORT TO: Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority FROM: Jim Barnes, Housing Manager through Steve Juetten, Executive Director MEETING DATE: January 24, 2013 SUBJECT: Potential new HRA/City Program — Discuss a loan/assessment program for apartment fire suppression system installations. BACKGROUND: As you may be aware, there have been a couple of fires in apartment buildings recently where the buildings did not have a fire suppression system installed. These are not the first buildings to have had a fire where the building did not have a sprinkler system, nor will they be the last. After the most recent two incidents staff began some internal discussions on whether the HRA or the City should look into creating a program that would assist building owners in updating their fire safety equipment, i.e. sprinkler systems in their buildings to help make them safer. Staff is aware of three cities (Minnetonka, St. Louis Park and Crystal) that currently offer such a program. While we have not received all of the information on these programs from the respective cities, we do know that they have a varied range of owners accessing the programs. Crystal has not had any property owner use there program and Minnetonka had a lot of use of their program a number of years ago particularly with churches, but has not seen much activity recently. The cost of installing a system can vary depending on the layout and design of each building. Staff contacted a few sprinkler installation companies and they indicated the range would be 2.50 - $3.50 sq/ft, but could go as high as $6.00 sq/ft for more complex projects. Parkside at Medicine Lake recently installed a "wet" system in one of there buildings damaged by fire. The cost for this was just over $120,000, which is a little lower than the $2.50 sq/ft range discussed above. The primary reason for the lower cost was that half of the building was more accessible as a result of the fire. Approximately 37 out of 54 apartment buildings in Plymouth do not have a fire suppression system installed. If the Board is interested in pursuing this idea staff will complete further research on the issue and bring it back to the Board at a latter date. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority Board of Commissioners discuss the idea of creating a program funded by the HRA reserves to assist apartment property owners in installing fire suppression systems in buildings that currently do not have any. rp Plymouth HRA 3400 Plymouth Blvd. Plymouth, MN 55447 Phone (763) 509-5410 Fax(763)509-5407 Fire Suppression Loan Program Summary for discussion purposes only)' The purpose of the Fire Suppression Loan Program is to provide assistance to Plymouth apartment building owners who do not currently have a fire suppression system installed in their multi -family apartment building and are interested in installing a new. system to provide a safer living environment for their tenants. The Fire Suppression Loan Program is,a pool of funds set aside within the Plymouth HRA funded by the HRA Reserves to be used for qualifying owners. The HRA will loan the funds to the property owner and then request that the Cray Council place a Special Assessment on the property'to recover the loaned funds. The program provides a maximum of $125,000 per complex in loan' funds to allow an eligible building owner to install a fire suppression system in their building(§)Applications may be submitted directly by the property owner to the HRA. Eliuibility Requirements Eligible Applicant: Property owners that own'a building in the City of Plymouth that do not currently have a fire suppression system installed in their building and demonstrate the ability to finance the: project with a combination of HRA loan funds and their own personal funds. The applicant must be current on all mortgage or other financing payments related to the property and property taxes on the property to be improved. If any of these payments are delinquent, they must be made current before the application can be approved for funding. In addition, there shall be no outstanding mechanics liens filed against the property and the building must be properly insured. Eligible Dwellings: Only multi -family apartment buildings in the City of Plymouth are eligible. Maximum Loan Amount: The maximum Loan amount is a one-time Loan of up to $125,000 per apartment complex. If the cost of the improvements exceeds $125,000, the property owner would be required to pay for any additional costs with other funds. Loan Terms: The Fire Suppression Loan Program has a maximum length of 10 years. The interest rate shall be calculated on all monies advanced for project expenditures at a rate equal to the average rate earned on investments during the period of time during which the advances were made. Eligible Repairs: The installation of fire suppression systems i.e, wet/dry fire sprinkler systems or other fire protection equipment that has the primary purpose of eliminating or reducing the spread of fire in the building. Application Process: Applications will be accepted on first come, first served basis until the fund is exhausted. Applications may be submitted to the HRA directly from an eligible property owner. Applications must contain relevant property financial information, at least two bids and other information necessary for HRA staff to determine the project is financial feasible. Work Completion Process: Once eligibility to participate is determined, applicants would get a minimum of two bids for the eligible repair, the improvement would be made by a private contractor, payment would be made by the Plymouth HRA and the property owner would enter into an agreement for repayment of the loan. Agenda Number 30. C/, PLYMOUTH HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY STAFF REPORT TO: Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority FROM: Jim Barnes, Housing Programs Manager through Steve Juetten, Executive Director MEETING DATE: May 23, 2013 SUBJECT: HRA Strategic Pian - Review current Plan and provide input on changes BACKGROUND: The current Strategic Plan (attached) was adopted in June of 2008 and focuses on areas in affordable housing, redevelopment, economic development, and human services. In conjunction with the HRA's Strategic Plan, the City's Comprehensive Plan Housing Chapter has been attached for information. At the January HRA meeting, the board discussed the current Strategic Plan and asked staff to provide information on what other communities are doing differently in regards to providing housing and redevelopment programs to their residents. Staff researched the cities of Crystal, Eden Prairie, Maple Grove, Minnetonka, and New Hope. The table below provides the information on what the various cities provide for housing and redevelopment. Funding SourceProgram Home Improvement Incentive Rebates TIF Home Improvement Interest Rate Buydown TIF/Tax Levy Down Payment Assistance for 203K Purchase/Rehab TIF Scattered Site Redevelopment (purchase/demo/sell lot) TIF/Tax Levy/NSP Funding for Land Trust Homes CDBG/ Scattered Site Rental Housing CDBG/Tax Levy HOA Improvement Program TIF DISCUSSION: The table above indicates that our neighboring communities use a few types of funding sources with the primary source being tax increment from older existing districts. They are able to accomplish this because their districts were created under different statutory requirements that have since been amended. Staff asked Ehlers to evaluate the City and HRA districts to see if any changes could be made. Ehlers indicated that there could be additional TIF available in an estimated amount of $3.29M to utilize towards various housing projects but there would be conditions on the type of projects and it would also require the City Council to amend some of the existing districts (i.e. keeping the districts open past when their original obligations are satisfied) . The other sources include CDBG and local tax levy. The table also indicates an emphasis on maintaining and improving the current housing stock and providing ownership opportunities for first time homebuyers, The remaining programs that the various cities offer are similar to what we currently provide. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Housing and Redevelopment Authority Board of Commissioners discuss the HRA Strategic Plan and recommend any changes. ATTACHMENTS: 1. 2008 HRA Strategic Plan 2. Current Plymouth Comprehensive Plan (Housing Chapter) Plymouth Housing And Redevelopment Authority Strategic Plan Adapted June 26, 2008 Mission Statement The Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority promotes and contributes to the economic health of the community through the creation and maintenance of affordable, life -cycle housing, and active participation in the City's development and redevelopment processes. Vision Statement The Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority is a major contributor to creating an economically healthy and diverse community: Which is supportive of quality affordable housing. That offers a variety of affordable life -cycle housing choices dispersed throughout the City to meet the needs of a diverse population. Where the existing housing stock is well maintained. Where some older commercial buildings and areas of the community are redeveloped in a timely fashion. Which acquires additional resources to address affordable housing and redevelopment issues. Where the HRA works in partnership with citizens, businesses, the City Council, and other organizations. Where the social services necessary to support housing and jobs in the community are available and coordinated. Goals 1. Maintain the high quality of service and innovation in all of the HRA's programs. 2. Provide technical and financial assistance to non-profit and private housing providers and developers to assist in increasing the range of housing options in the community. 3. Explore opportunities to increase the available resources for affordable housing while minimizing as much as possible the impact on local financial resources. 4. Work with all proposed housing developments to the extent possible, to meet the housing goals stated in the City's Comprehensive Plan. S. Collaborate with the City Council and Planning Commission in carrying out the Housing Implementation Strategies of the Comprehensive Plan. 6. Continue lease -up activities at Vicksburg Crossing in order to have a healthy financial position for the property. 7. Continue to maintain Plymouth Towne Square as an affordable and independent living housing option for PIymouth seniors. S. Communicate with stakeholders and interested parties about HRA activities. Action Plan This action plan identifies specific actions that the HRA will work towards in 2008 through 2012. Attached is a more detailed timeline for each action step. Affordable Housing 1. First Time Homebuyers_— Objective: to assist low and moderate homebuyers in purchasing their first home. A. Existing FTHB proms -- Assist a minimum of 5 first time homebuyers annually by providing down payment and closing cost assistance utilizing existing CDBG funding. Maximize efforts to increase the number of assisted homebuyers by applying to the State, County and other funding sources when opportunities are presented and are feasible. B. Revise first time homebu er program guidelines Update program guidelines to ensure they are current with market trends and provide needed assistance to new residents. C. Increase available resources — Investigate and consider becoming an administrator for programs such as the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency's CASA, MCPP, & MMP first mortgage products. D. Allaintain a ordabili — Use restrictive covenants and the right of first refusal to maintain affordability of HRA assisted housing. 2. Preservation Of Existing Housing Units — Objective: to preserve the existing housing stock and assist low and moderate homeowners with needed repairs. A. Existing rehab progr°am — Assist a minimum of 5 homeowners annually by providing rehabilitation assistance utilizing existing CDBG funding. Maximize efforts to increase the number of assisted homebuyers by applying to the State, County and other funding sources when opportunities are presented and are feasible. Revise owner -occupied rehabilitation prograni guidelines - Update program guidelines to ensure they are current with market trends and provide needed assistance to existing residents. B. Increase available resources — Investigate and consider becoming an administrator or contract with an existing administrator, for programs such as the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency's Fix -Up and Community Fix -Up owner -occupied rehabilitation programs. Evaluate the possibility of offering a rehabilitation program that will provide low interest rates to a larger pool of homeowners in the community with the possibility of the HRA writing down the interest rate. 3. _Rental Housing—The objective is to provide area residents with affordable rental housing options throughout the City A. Financing programs _— Review applications brought before the HRA for Housing Revenue Bonds with the objective to increase the supply of affordable rental housing. B. Section 8 voucher program - Continue to encourage and maintain the high landlord participation, voucher utilization, and "port -in" rate for the very successful Section 8 program. Whenever possible, apply for additional vouchers through HUD to increase the number of households served. C. Section 8 project -based vouchers — Implement the existing project -based Section 8 2 vouchers committed to the Stone Creek Village apartments and Vicksburg Commons Town Homes. When opportunities are presented, evaluate the option of converting traditional" vouchers into project -based vouchers to ensure the vouchers remain in the community. D. Plymouth Towne Square & VicksbuLg Crossing — Continue the high level of upkeep, maintenance, and service at the HRA's senior apartment buildings. Focus staff efforts on increasing the occupancy of Vicksburg Crossing so that we are at 95% occupancy by early 2009. Review the properties annually, including the rent structure, operating budget and reserves to ensure we are minimizing the property tax subsidy while providing the residents with an affordable place to live. 4. Development Of New Housing Units- Objective: to increase the supply of affordable and lifecycle housing within the City. A. Identi& available tools — Develop a comprehensive list of available financial and regulatory options and utilize the sources to the maximum extent possible to assist all developers in the creation of additional affordable units. Investigate whether land banking would be a prudent finacial tool given the current economic situation and land prices in Plymouth. B. Mixed use protects — Identify potential sites for a mixed use development in the City Center area, and begin dialogue with property owner(s) and possible development partners. Based on the results of this effort, develop a project plan as needed. C. Regulator olicies — Develop a set of recommendations relating to City controlled regulatory relief such as set -back requirements, density bonuses and minimum lot widths that can be adopted by the City Council and used as tools to produce additional affordable units. D. City conlrolled fees — Develop a set of criteria under which the 1 -IRA will buy -down certain fees related to residential development. Redevelopment — Objective: to identify areas of the City which are blighted or obsolete and assist with the redevelopment. A. Collaborate with City — Use all tools available to assist and support the City in its redevelopment priorities , particularly with mixed-use developments. B. Identi& potential redevelopment areas — Identify and evaluate older housing and commercial/industrial sections in the City that might benefit from some type of redevelopment and make recommendations to the City Council. C. Coordinate rvith other departments --- Keep abreast of other City department activities, such as the Street Reconstruction Program, and evaluate the need for additional redevelopment in the area. Economic Development --Objective: to work with local businesses to promote HRA activities and to assist the business community with their needs. A. Respond to local businesses Provide technical assistance and guidance to local businesses when requested. B. Coordinate with business organizations - Coordinate efforts relating to HRA activities with business organizations such as the Twin West Chamber of Commerce. C. Market HRA programs to local businesses - Provide PIymouth business with current 3 information and brochures relating to programs that will benefit the business and its employees. Human Services —_Objective: to work with local social and community services agencies to identify needed services within the City. A. Evaluate curl'ent services — Annually evaluate the current mix of agencies receiving HRA and City funds to make sure they complement other priorities within the Strategic Plan. B. iilaintain a list service 2roviders — Maintain a list of human service providers in the community to ensure we are coordinating our funding, to the extent possible, with our Strategic Plan objectives. H Plymouth Housing and redevelopment Authority Action Plan -- Timeline Adopted June 26, 2008 CATEGORY ACTION ITEM TIMING Affordable Housing 1. First Time Homebuyer A. Existingprograin Ongoing B. Revise FTHB guidelines 2009 C. Increase available resources On oin-V D. Maintain affordabifi Ongoing 2. Preservation of Existing HOLISiIIg Units A. Existin rogran? Ongoing B. Revise rehab guidelines 2009 C. Increase available resources Ongoing D. Design new Rehabilitation Prograrrr 2008/2009 3. Rental Housing A. Existing programs Ongoing B. Section 8 voucherprogram Ongoin C. Section 8 project based vouchers Ongoing D. Senior Buildings Achieve 95% occupancy at Vicksburg Crossing 2008/2009 Maintain high level of operation Ongoing Review overall facility Annually 4. Development of New Housing Units A. Continue to Identify available tools Ongoing B. Ifixed use projects Evaluate potential sites Ongoing C. Regulatory policies 2010 D. City controlled fees 2011 Redevelo meat A. Collaborate with City Ongoing B. Identify potential areas Ongoing C. Coordinate with other de artments Ongoin Economic Development W _ A. Collaborate with local businesses Ongoing B. Coordinate with busine ss organizations Ongoing C. Market HR11 programs to local businesses Ongoing Human Services A. Evaluate current services Annually B. Maintain list of ser -vice providers Ongoing OA EOUSINGMMStrategic PInn12008 Craft Strategic Plan 6-26-08.doe Chapter 4 Housing Plan A CHAPTER PURPOSE The Housing Plan establishes standards, plans and programs to meet existing and projected housing needs in Plymouth. It also identifies strategies to promote the development of low and moderate income housing as defined by state law. The Housing Plan will help Plymouth in integrating housing into the City's overall development objectives and encourage the private sector to meet identified housing needs. The plan is intended to maximize the City's efforts to respond to and create opportunities for the development of affordable and life cycle housing, to promote compact, efficient and well -integrated development and to maintain the City's neighborhoods and housing stock, This chapter, along with the associated appendices, provides information on present and future housing demand in Plymouth; present housing supply and housing mix, current and proposed housing programs and the trends associated with these elements of Plymouth's housing stock. The primary sources of data are the 2000 U.S. Census, City of Plymouth forecasts of population and employment and information from current City programs and services. When the results of the 2010 U.S. Census are available, the City will analyze them to determine if the plan will require updating. B GOALS AND POLICIES 1 Promote the development and preservation- of a supply of quality housing that is affordable at all income levels and at all stages of the life cycle. a Provide opportunities for the development of quality housing that is diverse in terms of ownership, price, type and style. Page 1 of 12 Chapter 4 Plymouth F]ousing Plan — April 14, 2009 b Ensure that Plymouth provides housing opportunities for individuals and families including first time homebuyers, current residents wishing to move up in to their second or third home and households wishing to down size as children move out. c Promote the use of sustainable resources in the design (site and building) of all proposed housing projects. d Actively encourage residential developers to include housing that is affordable to low -and moderate -income persons and local employees as part of their proposals in order to provide a range of mixed - income housing throughout the community. Toward that end, the City will provide information about Plymouth's goals for affordable and life -cycle housing to anyone inquiring about possible development within the city. e Provide financial and technical assistance to developers of housing that is affordable to low and moderate persons. f Promote the development of housing for persons with special needs, including accessible housing for persons with disabilities. g Support efforts to assure equal access to housing in Plymouth. h Continue to pursue federal and state resources for affordable housing that help meet Plymouth's need for low- and moderate -income life cycle housing. i Review all development proposals for their potential to contribute toward meeting the City's goals for affordable life -cycle housing. When necessary, the City will recommend ways in which such housing can be incorporated into a proposal. If appropriate, the City may approve development applications to foster development that meets the City's housing goals, Page 2 of 12 Chapter 4 Plymouth Housing Plan — April 14, 2009 2 Promote development patterns and densities that link housing with services and facilities, employment centers and all forms of transportation, particularly public transit and non -motorized forms of transportation. a Support residential development that makes efficient use of land and public infrastructure. b Provide opportunities to develop housing that is affordable to low - and moderate -income persons in areas that are accessible to employment centers, commercial areas, public uses and transportation facilities. c Work with Plymouth businesses to identify opportunities to promote affordable housing as a means to maintain a healthy business climate. 3 Ensure that all housing and neighborhoods in Plymouth are well maintained. a Encourage programs and activities that maintain and enhance neighborhoods. b Support local programs that provide low- and moderate -income persons financial assistance to maintain and rehabilitate their housing. c Preserve the current affordable housing stock in the city by encouraging programs to assist with maintenance activities. C HOUSING NEEDS The City needs to address the following key housing issues: 1) life cycle housing; 2) affordable housing; and 3) housing maintenance and preservation. Page 3 of 12 Chapter 4 Plymouth Housing Plan — April 14, 2009 LIFE -CYCLE HOUSING Life -cycle housing is defined as housing that meets the needs of all residents in various phases in life. It ranges from housing for young adults establishing new households to homes for growing families with children and housing for seniors in their retirement years. To accommodate this range, the City's housing supply needs to be diverse, consisting of a variety of prices and styles of housing. Furthermore, providing an adequate supply will require an adequate response from both the private and public sectors. The City's current mix of housing includes 15,$14 (54 percent) detached housing units and 13,654 (46 percent) attached housing units. Seventy-one percent of Plymouth's housing units are owner occupied, 29 percent are renter occupied. The number of non -family households continues to increase. A non -family household consists of a person living alone or a householder who shares the home with nonrelatives only; for example, with roommates or an unmarried partner. Roughly one quarter of Plymouth's ]housing units are affordable to low and moderate income households. City officials will monitor this mix throughout the planning period so that imbalances may be identified and addressed. a Life Cycle Housing Indicators Indicators of the future need for additional life -cycle housing or greater housing diversity include: 1) changes in age of population; 2) changes in family structure; 3) changes in the availability of different types of housing; 4) supply of and demand for senior housing; and 5) supply of and demand for special needs housing. Demographic trends indicate that Plymouth's population is aging and the community is seeing an increase in non -family and non-traditional households. Currently, the city exceeds the Metropolitan Council's regional benchmark for multi -family housing. Waiting lists for senior housing suggest that demand exceeds supply. (See Appendix 4A.) Plymouth will promote housing diversity, but recognizes that several factors may limit the City's ability to mect life -cycle housing needs in Plymouth between now and 2030. Page 4 of 12 Chapter 4 Plyninuth Housing Plan — April 14, 2009 The supply and mix of housing, both rental and ownership, may not keep pace with the demand created by the increasing number of elderly and fewer traditional family households. Such changes indicate that the demand for alternatives to the single family home will continue to be strong in the future. Sites suitable for additional higher -density housing types, such as apartments, are limited. The property tax system discourages investment in rental housing. In addition, the 1986 federal income tax reforms eliminated incentives that had encouraged significant investment in rental housing. Public resources that helped provide special needs housing for the elderly and disabled are limited. The demand for affordable family and senior housing exceeds the supply. b Housing Programs As people go through various stages and/or changes in their lives, their housing needs and desires change. The City provides the leadership, through its policies and programs to meet the anticipated future housing needs of all residents. The Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) is the primary municipal agency that administers housing assistance programs in Plymouth. The HRA and its staff work closely with staff from Hennepin County, Minnesota Housing Finance Agency, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and local lenders, realtors and landlords. The HRA administers and will continue to provide programs that address the needs for life -cycle and all other housing needs within the city. Page 5 of 12 Chapter 4 Plymouth Housing Plan — April 14, 2009 c Fair Housing Fair housing is the assurance that adequate housing opportunities are available to all Plymouth citizens, The City's role is to ensure that landlords and renters are aware of state and federal regulations prohibiting discrimination in housing for any member of society based on religion, sexual orientation, gender, physical disability or race. The Plymouth HRA participates in the Fair Housing Implementation Council, which is a consortium of nine organizations that provide public education, complaint resolution and fair housing testing in Plymouth as well as the entire metropolitan area. The Plymouth Human Rights Commission also assists in promoting fair housing in the community. 2 AFFORDABLE HOUSING HUD defines affordable housing as mousing for which a household pays no more than 30 percent of its income. For the purpose of the Metropolitan Livable Communities Act, the Metropolitan Council has further defined affordable housing as: 1) rental housing that is affordable at incornes at or below 50 percent of the area's median family income; or 2) owner -occupied housing that is affordable at incomes at or below 80 percent of the area's median income. a Affordable Housing Indicators Indicators of affordable housing need include; 1) household income; 2) housing cost as a percent of household income; 3) jobs and housing relationship; 4) availability of affordable housing units; and 5) supply of and demand for subsidized housing units. Although Plymouth's median income exceeds the metropolitan median, there are a growing number of households for which housing affordability is an issue. In fact, the number of renter households and homeowners paying more than 30 percent of their income for housing has increased dramatically in Plymouth. In addition, given the high cost of housing in the city and the wages earned by non-resident workers, housing costs are likely an obstacle for a significant portion of non-resident workers. Page 6 of 12 Chapter 4 Plymouth 1100i€lg Plan — April 14, 2009 On the supply side, roughly one quarter of Plymouth's housing units fall within the affordable range. At the end of 2007, there were nearly 1,150 Lin its of either subsidized rental housing or rental housing with Section 8 vouchers. Looking at new construction, the cost of land in Plymouth will make it increasingly difficult to meet affordable housing needs with single family homes. However, City Assessor's data shows that affordable attached housing is being built in the city. Nonetheless, based on regional figures, the demand for affordable housing still exceeds the supply, This is the case in almost all metropolitan area communities. b Affordable Housing Programs The City of Plymouth and the Plymouth HRA support federal and state housing programs to assist low and moderate income persons. In addition to taking advantage of state and federal funds, from 1990 to 2006, the City used $7.4 million in local property tax dollars to promote and support affordable housing. The City has been proactive in providing affordable housing opportunities in the past and will continue efforts into the future. C Livable Communities Housing Goals To be eligible for funding specified in the Metropolitan Livable Communities Act, state law requires cities to establish housing goals. Plymouth adopted housing goals as part of the 2000 Comprehensive Plan, The City's goals were established as percentages or averages to be applied to new housing development proposals in the c ity. With assistance from other housing -oriented groups, the Metropolitan Council has developed new forecasts of affordable housing need in the metropolitan area from 2011 — 2020 and assigned a proportional share (goal) to each community. Plymouth's share has been set at 1,045 units for the 10 -year period. This goal serves as a benchmark for the City as it promotes development that maintains the livability of the city and provides opportunities for affordable and life -cycle housing that is efficient, compact and well integrated. Table 4-1 illustrates that there are sufficient acres available in the city in higher densities to allow for development of 1,050 to 1,870 units of potentially affordable housing. Nevertheless, the City's affordable housing goal will be difficult to meet do to several factors including high land prices, Page 7 or 12 Chapter 4 PNymouth Housing Plan — April 14, 2009 inflationary pressure on building materials, transportation infrastructure in undeveloped areas of the city and limited availability of land for commercial purposes. TABLE 4-1 AFFORDABLE HOUSING OPPORTUNITY AREAS: 20112020 Undeveloped Existing.. 2011 2016-. Total_ Min Density Min Mld Dens9ty Mid Max Max Resldentfar- Developabiel 2075. 2024 - Net urliislacrej UnlfsunitslacfeJ Units Density Units Redevelopment Acres tunitslacre) LA -3 47.4 38-1 4-9 90.4 6.00 542 9.00 814 12.00 1,085 LA4 19.3 11-2 6.0 36.5 12.00 437 16.00 583 20.00 729 LA -R3 15.5 8.3 23A 400 95 5.00 119 6.00 143 Kesidcnfiel 66.7 64.8 19.2 150.7 1,075 1,516 957 subtotn Net acres equals gross acres minus wetlands and buffers, Floodplain, arterial road right-of-way and parks Source; City of Plymouth The implementation activities outlined in Section D below serve as the Housing Action Plan for achieving the goal identified in the City's Metropolitan Livable Communities Housing Goals Agreement with the Metropolitan Council. Supporting demographic information can be found in Appendix 4A. 3 HOUSING MAINTENANCE AND PRESERVATION The current condition of Plymouth's housing stock is good. However, programs fostering housing rnaintenance will become increasingly important as the community ages. Good housing maintenance promotes stability and appreciation in housing values and helps create a sense of community. a Housing Condition Indicators Indicators of housing condition include: ]) age of housing; 2) housing values; and 3) exterior condition, Housing condition is related in part to the age of housing. Since a majority of the housing in Plymouth is less than 35 years old, the condition of tnost of the housing supply is good. Since 1990, the Plymouth HRA has provided approximately 620,000 for the rehabilitation of 101 homes in the city. Housing in need of rehabilitation is scattered throughout the city, with most in the southern and eastern areas near Parkers Lake and Medicine Lake. However, at this time, Plymouth has no concentrated areas in need of rehabilitation. Page 8 or 12 Chapter ,l Plymouth Housing Plan — April 14, 2009 Those same areas of the city have the majority of Plymouth's oldest homes — over 50 years old. Based on building permit data, 13 percent of these homes had additions or alterations between 2000 and mid -2005. While investment is being made in the city's oldest housing, more may need to be done to ensure that older neighborhoods are maintained. Housing condition is also related to value. Median housing values in Plymouth exceed values in both Hennepin County and the metropolitan area. The 2000 U.S. Census identified the following substandard housing conditions in Plymouth: 53 units lacking complete plumbing facilities; and 34 lacking complete kitchen facilities. In addition, the census identified 433 units (1.7 percent of all units in Plymouth) as overcrowded, which is defined as more than one person per room. While housing in need of rehabilitation tended to be in the southern and eastern areas of Plymouth, overcrowded units were spread throughout the city. The City's Housing Maintenance Code and rental housing licensing programs have also identified housing in need of continued maintenance and renovation. In 2006, the City licensed 7,53 S units in 373 buildings. As part of the licensing program, the City inspects units for code compliance. The City may need to expand its efforts to provide housing assistance to owners of affordable rental and homesteaded units to ensure older units remain in good condition. b Housing Maintenance Programs Numerous City activities support well --maintained housing and neighborhoods. These include the Housing Maintenance Code, rental licensing, homeowner rehabilitation, Gime-Free Multi -Housing and Neighborhood Watch. Through these programs, the City is able to continually monitor the condition of the City's housing stock and order owner compliance with the Housing Maintenance Code. The City also supports a number- of local non-profit groups that help residents with housing -related issues. They include the Plymouth Apartment Managers Association, Interfaith Outreach and Community Partners, People Responding in Page 9 of 12 Chapter 4 Plymouth Housing Plan -- April 14, 2009 Social Ministry, Community Action Partnership of Suburban Hennepin, HomeLine, and Habitat for Humanity. IMPLEMENTATION Description Timing Livability of Housing and Neighborhoods — Continue to support existing Ongoing programs that improve the livability of housing and neighborhoods such as Crime Watch, Crime Free Multi -Housing, Plymouth Apartment Managers Association, Interfaith Outreach and Community Partners, PRISM, CAPSH, and HomeLine. Financial Support and Technical Assistance for Maintenance and Ongoing Development of Affordable Housing — Use programs and techniques to assist in the development and rehabilitation of housing affordable to low- and moderate -income residents (defined as housing affordable to families that make at or below 60 percent of the area median income). Financial Support for Existing Low- and Moderate -Income Rental Ongoing Housing -- Continue, thl-ough the Plymouth HRA, to operate the following programs: Plymouth Towne Square (a 99-1.111it apartment building for low- and moderate -income seniors); Vicksburg Crossing (a 96 -unit mixed income apartment building for seniors); and Section 8 Housing choice voucher program. Regulatory Barriers to Affordable Housing — Study and make Short recommendations on changes to zoning, subdivision and other code requirements that may be impediments to developing and maintaining housing affordable to low- and moderate -income residents. Housing and Employment Relationships — Study the relationship between Short affordable housing and the ability of Plymouth businesses to recruit and retain employees. Impact of Assessments and Fees on Housing Affordability — Study the impact Short of City assessments and fees on housing affordability and lower-income residents. Consider the feasibility of waiving orreducing assessments and fees for new housing that is affordable to low- and moderate -income residents. Page 10 of 12 Chapter 4 Plymouth l lousing plan — April 14, 2009 Description Timing Housing Conditions — Identify substandard, blighted or deficient housing in Ongoing order to target Housing Maintenance Code enforcement, housing rehabilitation assistance programs and possible redevelopment. Truth in Housing -- Study the feasibility of establishing a program to require a Medium property inspection and disclosure report before residential property changes hands. Zoning Ordinance (Chapter 21, Plymouth City Code) — Consider amending the Short ordinance to address the following issues: Allow a broader range of accessory apartments ("mother-in-law" apartments) in single family detached residential zoning districts; and Establish architectural guidelines to ensure that new housing is compatible with existing housing, Section 8 Project Based Properties — Encourage owners of existing affordable Short properties to renew their contracts with HUD or encourage and facilitate the sale of such properties to new owners who will renew these contracts. Long Term Affordability — Use techniques, such as land trusts or property Ongoing encumbrance, to maintain long term affordability of housing receiving assistance. Honsing and Industrial Bond Policies — Use policies to leverage affordable Ongoing housing beyond minimums required by law and to generate revenue to support affordable housing efforts of the HRA. Transitional/Emergency Housing — Encourage local social service agencies to Medium develop a transitional housing facility in Plymouth. Housing Maintenance Education — Develop a voluntary education and Medium inspection program for existing housing, with rehabilitation assistance for - income -qualified residents. Housing Maintenance — Continue to provide technical assistance and, as lender Ongoing of last resort, financial assistance to townhome and condominium associations to maintain and renovate modest -cost older buildings. Rental Housing Licensing Program — Continue to enforce life safety and other Ongoing minijnum housing standards for all rental units in the city. Page r I of l2 Chapter 4 Plymouth Houusillc Plan — April 14, 2009 Description Timing Legislative Initiatives — Encourage and support legislative initiatives that Ongoing provide incentives and eliminate disincentives and penalties for cities to assist affordable housing (e.g., tax increment financing and fiscal disparities payments). Property Taxes — Support equity in property taxation for non -homesteaded Ongoing residential (rental) properties. Fair Housing — Continue to support and publicize fair housing programs and Ongoing policies. Page 12 of 12 Chaster 4 Plymouth Housing Plan -- April l4: 2009