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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHousing & Redevelopment Authority Packet 06-16-1994AOBNDA .... ' P LYMOV7S XOUSNO AND BBDEWPAIBMTI AV7SOkRY. Jaats 1f,199 I 1. GIi to Order 2. Approval of May 26, 1994 Minutes 3. Rental Assistance for Family StaAbadon (RAPS) #nWam 4. Senior Housing Project Update a. Commotion b. Lease -up C. Tour of Plymouth Towne Square S. Information Item A. New Annual Income Limits for HUD Programs 6. Other Business 7. Adjournment hrahgenwhM0616) MI NUTFS PLYMOUTH HOUSOG AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MY 26,1994 A meeting of the Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority was called to order by Chairman David Crain on May 26, 1994. PJ .BSENT: Chairman David Crain, Commissioners Brian Warhol and Thomas Rugh arrived at 7:40 p.m.) ABSENT: Commissioners Magic McFarland, and John Edson STAFF PRESENT: Executhre Director Anne Hurlburt, Housing Specialist Milt Dale and Housing Secretary Denise Hutt Donna Flasta of Walker Management, presented Commissioners with an update construction report from Greg Oppegard. She also presented a monthly occupancy report for Plymouth Towne Square. Ms. Flaata bdxnnd Commissioners that during the nwt two weeks Sarah Miller, housing manager for Plymouth Towne Square, will start to offer units to applicants. Ms. Flaata stated Till Kroger of BRW Elness will be submitting the color schemes for the units to Walker to show the perspective tenants. By August 1, Walker intends to invite clients that have Wand up at Plymouth Towne Square to a presentation given by Walker Management and BRW Ehm Ami itects. Walker will also be scheduling evening appointments in September to let tenants see their unit and to allow them to take measurements of rooms. Ma. Fleets indicated there are currently ten applicants that have been interviewed and own hones in Plymouth that could potentially be used for our Fust Time Homebuyer program. Director Hurlburt informed Commissioners the transformer was too costly to nave and it was decided to leave the generator and the transformer together. They would be recessed and use landscaped. Director Hudburt stated the June meeting would consist of a walk-through of Plymouth Towne Square. Crain opened the public hearing Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority May 26, 1994 Page #32 Bruce Larson of Community Builders updated Commissioners on progress made am the last Housing and Redevdopmeru Authority mating of April 21, 1944. Mr. Larson stated Community Buiklen recently received $19,000 from the city of Idinneapolis and 1110,000 from an soonymous source for their proposed project. These funds will be used to underwrite the training and counselor program. Community Builders is also anticipating funding from NSP. Mr. Larson responded to a question raised from the April 21 meeting regarding the success no of.a similar program in Minneapolis. He explained that participants in the Minneapolis program are still in the leasing period of the program. No one is scheduled to enter the homemvnaship phase of the program until 1995. There have been several families drop of Por various reasons, which is not uncommonmon during the Brat year. Jon Thompson, Chief Executive Officer for Hammer Residences, Inc. requested funding to enable them to purchase a lot in Plymouth to provide housing for developmentally disabled persons. Hamner Residences has served developmentally disabled persons since 1923. This hone m Plymouth would focus on senior residents and some from their current Wayzata campus. Iaunmer Residences currently serves 107 residents located in 26 different locations. Their main focus is to provide training education and coordinating of services to one the residers' needs. There are 33 employers that employ 43 Hammer residents. Chairman Crain commented he is familiar with the Hammer Residences and felt they have a fantastic program. Chairman Crain noted the recommendation of the contingency fund concept as a logical way to allow funding changes in a more expedient marmer. Chairman Crain closed the public hearing. Chairman Crain questioned if $70,000 was adequate to cover the arpenses for South Shore Park. He did not want to have to reallocate funds for this project again in the future. Housing Specialist Dale replied that a copy of the May 17 staff report was sent to Park and Recreation Director Eric Blank. Director Blank has not commented that he f esas that the City can readily "draw down" any more fiords for the South Shore Park project. Housing Specialist Dale explained that only $70,000 of the original $140,000 allocated could be drawn down because :e lack of documentation available Rom the contractors on that project. Director Hurlburt commented if additional documentation exists for Ruling, the contingency funds could be used. Chairman Crain wondered if the deedline of September 30 for the Work Out Plan would hurt our First Time Homebuyer Program and the potential homes available from senior citizens lessing up at Plymouth Towne Square. Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority May 26, 1994 Page 033 Housing Specialist Dale stated he would be talking with the Dgartnent of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to dandy if we have actual purchase agreements signed with funds Gonmritte I to the Fust Tune Homebuyer that would suffice as funds expended for HUD purposes. D new Hu NPM stated there will be available funding ager September 30 if needed for the Fust Tian: Homebuyer Program. MOTION by Commissioner Warhol, seconded by Chawman Crain to reoonmrend reallocation of Fiscal Year 1994 Community Development Block Grant funds and funds carried over from previous yew- Roll Call Vote. 3 Ayes. MOTION carried unanimously. Commissioner Rugh do we know of seniors that want to put their homes on the market and any are handicapped.. Anne we have a disclosure form, don't know if they are handicapped able. Some homes may be more expensive than what our FTI B need. Housing Specialist Date requested the 1994 First Tune Homebuyer Program Guidelines be amended. The current guidelines indicate it is the City's responsibility to appraise property as to loan -to value requirement. He proposed the guidelines be amended to make that the responsibility of the lender. If warranted, an indepcident appraiser could be hired for another opinion for a property. MOTION by Chairman Craik seconded by Commissioner Rugh recommending —proval to amend Plymouth's First Time Homebuyer 1994 Guidelines. Roll Call Vote. 3 Ayes. MOTION carried unanimously. APPROVAL grim= MOTION by roamsrioner Warhol, seconded by Commissioner Rugh to recommcod appr"W of . the Arris 21, 1994 primites. Vote. 3 Ayes. MOTION carried unanimously. Director Hurlburt announced a housing imam should be hired and in place by mid-June. The goal for the intern will be to assess our current housing programs: She also noted that applications for the HRA supervisor will close as of May 31. Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority May 26, 1944 Page 034 Housing Specialist Dale commented the First Time Homebuyer Workshop held on May 2S wept very well with 18 applicants attending. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:20 PAL 0 3• MEMO CLTY OF PLYMOUTH . 34M PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYM6=, MN 55447.. DATE: June 6, 1994 for Horsing and Redevelopment Authority Meeting of June 16, 1944 TO: Anne Hurlburt, Executive Director FROM: Milt Dade, Housing Specialist SUBJECT: RENTAL ASSISTANCE FOR FAMILY STABE=AMON (RAPS) PROGRAM The RAPS Program is a ate financed rent assistance program somewhat like the federally fending Section g Rent Assistance Program. The mate legislature created this program in 1941 and in 1943 it was funded again. Details about the program are contained in the attachments to this memo. A few days ago, Diane Stone of the Matra HRA, wanted to know if Plymouth would be applying to the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency (NWA) for funding on its own, or if we world be agreeable to participate with rho Metro IRA. In this latter scenario, the Metro HRA staff world perform the administrative fuactiona. Based on my assessment of our current work load, I would strongly advise we endorse partudpa m in the RAPS Program, allowing the Metro HRA gaff to handle the administration of the program in Plymouth. Action required by the Plymouth HRA is to approve this arrangement as requested by staff. Attachments: 1. Memo from MHFA, 5/9/94 2. Notice of Funds Available and RFP 3. Draft Lauer to Matra HRA JW 27 too Date: May 9. 1994 To: Interested Parties V. From: Robert L Odman, [)hecto Property Management Subject:. RENTAL ASSISTANCE FOR FAMILY STABILIZATION PROGRAM Attached is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the above program. The Rental Assistance for Family Stabilization (RAFS) program was enacted by the 1991 Legislature which appropriated $3,000,000 in rental assistance. The RAFS Program Is used In conjunction with self-sufficiency programs to determine if providing rental assistance to Aid for Families with Dependent Children (AFDC) recipients enrolled in a self-sufficiency program enhanced their opportunity to achieve setl-sufficiency. The 1993 Legislature approved $3.,000,000 In funding for the next biennium. Program changes expanded the administration of the program from an agency of local government; i.e. 'local housing agency' to a 'local housing organization' which Includes non-profit and for-profit housing organizations experienced In housing management. A description of and restrictions pertaining to the self sufficiency program are provided in the Procedural Guide for RAFS. The RAFS program is limited to :unties in which the Section 8 Existing Fair Market Rents, as determined by HUD, are in the highest one-third of the average rents in the state (see attachment). A complete application packet is available by calling. the Multi -Family Division at 612) 296-91332,or by writing to: Minnesota Housing Finance Agency Mufti -Family Division 400 Sibley Street, Suite 300 St. Paul, MN 55101 ATTN: RAFS Program Attachment 400 Sibley Street, Suite 300, St. Paul, Minnesota 66101(812) 31187800 Telmopler 4612) 2964139 TDD (612) 297.2361 F.nual Onnnrhmlly Hnualnn and Eoual Oam"unity Emoloyment NOTICE OF FUNDS AVAILABLE and REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Rental Assistance for Family Stabilization Program The Minnesota Housing Finance Agency (MHFA) announces the availability $3,000,000 In rental assistance funds for the Ramal AaWma_nce for FamkQlabillsNngram, RAFS Is available for assisting families with dependent children (AFDC) receiving public assistance that are participating in a self-sufficiency, education or job training program. Location: The RAFS program is limited to counties In which the Section 8 existing fair market rents, as determined by HUD, are in the highest one-third of the average rents In the state. Amount of Funds 3,000,000 In rental assistance. A maximum of $200 per month per pro ram Participant; Administrative fee may not mooted $40-00 per month per program participant A maximum of $200 per program participant will be made available for security and utility deposits. Type of Assistance: Project -based and/or voucher option. Term of Assistance: A maximum of 36 months per program participant. Eligible Applicants: Self-sufficiency program administrators In parinerehip with non-profit and/or for-profit local housing organizations. Eligible Unit: Rental unit that is available in the community served by the local housing organization and meets federal Section 8 existing housing quality standards. Units shall have a self-contained kitchen, bathroom and living/sleeping areas. Eligible Projects: Rental property that is made available by a self-sufficiencyprojectbasedoption) program and meets federal Section 8 existing housing quality standards or that has received federal,, state or local rental rehabilitation assistance since January 1, 1967, and meets federal Section 8 existing housing quality standards. Rent Limits: Not to exceed the Section 8 existing fair market rents. Income Limits: Gross family income of program participant is such that 30% of said income is less than the housing cost. Program Participant: For initial eligibility, a family with at least one dependent child must be receiving public assistance, be participating in a self-sufficiency program, not be receiving other rental assistance. Other Requirements: As addressed in the RAFS Procedural Guide, as amended. Procedures: Applicants should request application packets from the Agency. Write or call: the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency, 400 Sibley Street, Suite 300. St. Paul, MN 55101, Attn: RAFS, Multi -Family Division; (612) 296-9832. Deadline: The original and two copes of the completed application should be sent to the above address by 5:00PM on Friday. July 1. 1994. Selection Process: All compete proposals which most the basic requirements and the selecting criteria of the program and arereceived by the deadline will be considered. MHFA may request and consider Information from an applicant in addition to that requested in the application. Final selections should be made by the MHFA Board by August 25, 1994. All applicants are notified of the selections. Disclaimer: This Request for Proposals (RFP) Is subject to all applicable federal, state, and municipal laws, rules, and regulations. MHFA reserves the right to modify or withdraw this RFP at any time and is not able to reimburse any applicant for costs Incurred In the preparation or submittal of applications. The Minnesota Housing Finance Agency is an Equal Housing Opportunity and Equal Employment Agency. June 17, 1994 Dire Stone Mateo HRA Mears Parr Centre 230 B. Stb street St. Paul, MN 55101 SUBJECT: RENTAL ASSISTANCE FOR FAMJLY STAB$M77ON (RAPS) PROGRAM Dear Diane Thank you for your invitation for Plymouth to be a participant in Metro HRA's proposal to the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency (MWA) for involvement in the RAPS Program. We have brought this issue to the attention of the Plymouth Housing and RedevdWmeot Authority at their June 16 meeting, and they gave their approval to participate. Please let us know if and when you radve funding. We would also want to be informed on a regular basis of the mun6er of [mikes living in Plymouth who are receiving this assisUm owe .the program is implemented. Should you have further questions, Plaw contact Milt Dale at 550-5056 or myself at 550 - SM. Sincerely, Are Hurlburt, AICP E:'=utive Director/Plymouth HRA 40 CTTY OF PLYMOUIB 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, M.. 55447, DATE: June 8, 1994 for Housing and Redevelopment Authority Meati+* of June 16, 1994 TO: Am Hurlburt, Executive Director FROM: Milt Dale, Housing Specialist SUBJECT: SENIOR HOUSING PROJECT UPDATE A. CONSTRUCTION on Oppegard of Walker Management will be at the June 16 meeting to dated oonstruc tim ProBeess• B. LEASTirUP Dome Floats of Walker Management will mport on bow many units are under lease. This Process baa just begun with Samb Miller, aparhnent manager, and Dona. Ms. Floats is oontaciing perspective tenants this mouth to confirm what units tbey want held. C. TOUR OF PLYMOUTH TOWNE SQUARE GmS OppWrd will lead Commissioners on a tour of the building. This should tale no more than an boor. Wear comfortable clothes and hope it does not rain. S• DATE: June 8, 1994 for Housing and Redevelopment Authority Meeting of lune 16, 1994 TO: Amos Hurlburt, Executive Dbector FROM: Milt Dale, Housing Specialist SURIECT: Annual Income Limits for Department of Housing and Urban Development Programs Effective 5/31/94 Section 8 Program Income Limits (50% of median) E IIFIMG ANKKwr N w HOUSEHOLD UCOME OF DNXM M MMMUN I 1 17,350 5500 17,850 2 19,850 550 20,400 3 22,300 650 22,950 4 24,800 700 25,500 5 26,800 750 27,550 6 28,750 850 29,600 7 30,750 850 31,600 8 32,750 900 33,650 Home Improvement Grant Program Limits (60% of median) worm o ANKKW tax HOIISEHOIa WCOME or IIYOOM S! I 29SUM UM 1 20,820 $600 21,420 2 23,820 660 24,480 3 26,760 780 27,540 4 29,760 840 30,600 5 32,160 900 33,060 6 34,500 1,020 35,520 7 36,900 1,020 37,930 8 39,300 1,080 40,380 First Time Homebuyer Pmp m Limits (509 of median) HO[18Z OIa 10nDlrr RMNS AN of mm ucom In= 2mis um127,800 also 27,930 2 31,750 ISO 31,900 3 35,700 200 35,900 4 39,700 200 39,900 S 42,850 250 43,100 6 46,050 250 46,300 7 49,200 300 49,500 8 52,400 250 52,650 uU R S, M PAP CITY OF PLYMOUTH 3400 PLYMOUTH BOUIBVARD. PLYMOUTH, MN 55"I'l: DATE: June S. 1994 for Housing aad Redevelopment Authority Meaft of AA KMW June 16, 1994 BDLgM=LD TO: Anne Hudburt. Bxecutive Dhow t cow FROM: Milt Dale, Housing Spwwist RKRAM SUBJWr Arcual Iwo= Lmits for Dqutmem of 1 mft and Urban 5600 Development Programa Bffwdve 5/31/94 2 Sad= 8 Program Broome omits (50% of median) 660 24,480 t;uBrm AR2DUAT NM HOUSEMOta u4coh S OP NCO= sm umm MUM 1 1 17,350 $Soo 17,850 2 19,850 550 20,400 3 22,300 650 22,95P 4 24,800 700 3,500 S 26,800 750 27,350 6 28,750 850 29,600 7 30,750 830 31,600 8 32.750 900 33,650 Home Improvement t3rarrt Program Umits (60% of median) wofff f. AA KMW NM BDLgM=LD QKXM OP t cow RKRAM um 1 20,820 5600 21,420 2 23,820 660 24,480 3 26,760 780 27.540 4 29,760 840 30.600 5 32,160 900 33,060 6 34,300 1,020 35,520 7 36,900 1,020 37,920 8 39,300 1,080 40,380 Feat 7m Homebuyer ftW m Umbs (80% of median) HOi I aC SIIIMG MOMMOM AMDUlrr OF mm naxm six lam 1 27,800 150 27,950 2 31,750 ISO 31,900 3 35,700 200 35,900 4 39,700 200 39,900 S 42,850 250 43,100 6 46,050 250 46,300. 7 49,200 300 499500 8 52,400 250 52,650 a u4omaaUa ur