HomeMy WebLinkAboutHousing & Redevelopment Authority Minutes 02-19-19870 MINUTES OF REGULAR. MEETING
HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA
FEBRUARY 199 1987
A Regular meeting of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Plymouth, was
called to order by Executive Director Willis on the 19th day of February, 1987
at 7:35 p.m. at the City Council Chambers in the City of Plymouth, Minnesota.
The following members of the Authority were present: Commissioners Hillstrom,
Neils, Crain, Gutzman, and Ludovissie. Also present were Executive Director
Willis, Planning Director Tremere, Housing. Specialist Dale, and City Clerk
Brandt.
ABSENT
None.
MINUTES
MOTION was made by Commissioner Neils, seconded by Commissioner Hillstrom, to
approve the minutes of the January 299 1987 Annual meeting as submitted.
Notion carried, three ayes. Commissioners Gutzman and Ludovissie abstained..
OATH OF OFFICE
The Oath of Office was adminLstered to Commissioners Gutzman and Ludovtssie by
City Clerk Brandt.
NOMINATION AND ELECTION OF OFFICERS
MOTION was made by Commissioner Crain, seconded by Commissioner Hillstrom, to
designate Commissioner Neils as chair for the year 1987.
Notion carried, four ayes. Commissioner Neils abstained.
NOTION was made by Commissioner Neils, seconded by Commissioner Hillstrom, to
designate Commissioner Crain as vice -chair for the year 1987.
Notion carried, four ayes. Commissioner Crain abstatned.
NOTION w -3s made by Commissioner Gutzman, seconded by Commissioner Ludovissie,
to designate Commissioner Hillstrom as secretary -treasurer for the year 1987.
Motion carried, four ayes. Crmmiriioner Hillstrom abstained.
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SENIOR HOUSING SURVEY, PHASE I REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
3udl Marshik, Quality Decisions, Inc., presented the results of Phase I
LncludLng the senior housing survey. Phase II involves the mail survey of all
persons over 65 years old. in the Plymouth area. She summarized the four
stages, the results of stage one findings, the sources of their findings, and
their recommendation to proceed to Phase II.
Ms. Marshik stated she believes the demand in the City could support market
rate housing and would easily fill subsidized housing. The lack of shopping
and access to transportation are the reasons developers are hesitant to build
on the City's site.
Discussion followed on reasons why senior citizens prefer to stay within the
community, target areas for the survey, amenities seniors prefer in senior
housing, and reasons for the study.
Chairman Neils summarized the history of the project, reasons for the study,
and the City's acquisition of the site.
Director Tremere summarized the history of the development proposals.
MOTION was made by Commissioner Hillstrom, seconded by Commissioner Crain, to
is recommend that the City Council accept the results of Phase I and proceed with
Phase II.
Motion carried, five ayes.
SECTION 8 PROGRAM, AVAILABILITY OF VOUCHERS
Housing. Specialist Dale reported that the Minneapolis -St. Paul. HUD Area Office
is anticipating the availability of additional Section 8 vouchers. Plymouth
has received an inquiry about Interest in accepting at least 25 vouchers.
Currently the City has 87 certificates available.
Director Tremere stated he is recommending the City not request vouchers
at this time because of some administrative difficulties and costs which have
occurred in other cities. This opportunity will likely come again should the
City believe Section 8 vouchers are worthwhile.
Commissioner Gutzman agreed and explained the circumstances with the voucher
program in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
MOTION was made by Commissioner Crain, seconded by Commissioner Gu:.mman, to
not pursue the offer of Section 8 housing vouchers from HUD at this time.
Motion carried, five ayes.
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February 19t 1987
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0 HOUSING REHAB PROGRAM
Housing Specialist. Dale reported that, per direction at the January 29 meet-
ing, he reviewed the possibility of hiring one general contractor to make all
home improvements under this program. This would not be allowed under current
federal grant guidelines which, among other things, require participation by
homeowners.
NOTION was made by Commissioner Crain, seconded by Commissioner Ludovissie, to
accept staff's report.
Notion carried, five ass.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) DISCRETIONARY ACCOUNT
Housing Specialist Dale reported that there is approximately $4509000 in the
Hennepin County Discretionary Account. He listed the possible uses for any
additional monies the City might obtain and recommended that the Commissioners
May wish to provide further direction.
NOTION was made by Commissioner Crain, seconded by Commissioner Gut mean, to
recommend to the Council that Plymouth apply for an additional S10.,000 from
the Discretionary Account to be used In the child care program.
INION was made. by Commissioner H1113trom, seconded by Commissioner
Ludovissle, to amend by adding that an additional $10,000 be requested for the
housing rehabilitation program.
Motion to amend carried, five ayes.
Notion as once amended carried, five ayes.
OTHER BUSINESS
Housing Specialist Dale stated that Aarch 12th be set as the public hearing
date for discussion of programs to fund In Year XIII of the Comunity Develop-
ment Block Grant program. The Commissioners agreed.
ADJOURNMENT J
The meeting was adjourned at 9:10 p.m.
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