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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1982 03-22 HRAP HRA AGENDA CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER March 22, 1982 (Following adjournment of the City Council meeting) 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Minutes March 8, 1982 4. Approval of'Rehabilitation Grant 5. Adjournment MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN ' CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA SPECIAL SESSION MARCH 8, 1982 CITY HALL CALL TO ORDER The Brooklyn Center Housing and Redevelopment Authority met in special session and was called to order 'by_Chairman Dean Nyquist at 8:20 p.m. ROLL CALL Chairman Dean Nyquist, Commissioners Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott,; Bill Hawes,-and Rich Theis. Also present were HRA Director Gerald Splinter, Director of Finance - Paul Holmlund, Director of Public Works Sy Knapp, Director of Planning &.Inspection Ron Warren, City Attorney Richard Schieffer, and Administrative Assistants Brad Hoffman and Tom Bublitz. APPROVAL OF MINUTES JANUARY 25, 1982 There was a motion by Commissioner Scott - and seconded by Commissioner Lhotka to approve the minutes of the January 25, 1982 Housing and Redevelopment Authority meeting as submitted. Voting in favor: Chairman Nyquist, Commissioners Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. voting against: none. The motion passed uanimously. PRESENTATION OF SURVEY ON SENIOR CITIZEN HOUSING PROJECT The City Manager explained that this past fall the_HRA authorized a market study to examine the feasibility of a senior citizen housing development in Brooklyn Center and noted that the contract for the market study was awarded to Gary Solomonson Associates, Inc. He added that Mr. Solomonson is present this evening and is prepared to review the survey. Mr. Solomonson explained that part of the task of the project was to survey senior citizens in Brooklyn Center regarding their interest in a housing development and the other portion of the project examined the existing market situation in Brooklyn Center and adjoining cities with regard to such a development. He explained that in the market situation analysis his firm felt that a composite study of similar existing housing projects in the.metro area would be helpful. He outlined the report and noted that the survey responses are summarized in the report. He explained that all major projects in the metro area similar to the one being proposed for Brooklyn Center have been surveyed, and that the report also 'reviews existing condominum markets in Brooklyn Center and adjoining cities and what is being planned for the future. He added that the bottom -line of the study indicates that `there is no reason to recommend not to proceed with a senior citizen housing project and that the personal and market survey show an interest in market rate condominums and apartment rentals in Brooklyn Center. He added that more condominum conversions in the metro area are possible in the near future and that this will create more pressure on the existing rental market. 3 -8 -82 -1- i - Chairman Nyquist inquired whether any of the Commissioners had any questions for Mr. Solomonson. Commissioner Hawes commented that the report was well done and inquired of Mr. Solomonson whether he was recommending an additional 100 to 120 rental units be included in the project. Mr. Solomonson explained that rental housing in Brooklyn Center is at a 1% to 1 1/2% net vacancy factor and added that any time the vacancy factor drops below.2% to 2 1/2 %, it is difficult to predict how many additional units could be absorbed. He explained that the survey indicated that interest in condominums versus apartment living situations was about 54/50. He noted that the response to condominums in the area in and around Brooklyn Center has been very good. Councilmember Hawes inquired what the saturation point, in terms of density, would be for the 15 acre site. Administrative Assistant Hoffman explained that the site could comprehend 100 to 120 senior citizen housing units, and 150 to 160 total if townhouses are also included in the complex. He added that a planned unit 'develop- ment approach may also be used for the project and noted that no specific numbers have been focused on at this point. The Director of Planning & Inspection stated that 120 units is the approximate R3 maximum for the site. - Chairman Nyquist recognized Mr. Phil Cohen who stated that the key section of the report is Section.D which explains the survey results. He stated that this is one of the first times the City`has.used a study like this prior to beginning a project to give a definite direction before the project is started. He added that this is one of the better studies that he has seen in his experience with housing projects. He added that he appreciated the HRA funding of this project. Commissioner Lhotka stated that the report, in his opinion, was easy to understand and was very well written. The HRA Director stated that the next step in the process is to begin working with the developer and using the report as a guide. He added that generally the report will help negotiate financing for the project and it will be the base upon which the project will be built. ADJOURNMENT There was a motion by Commissioner Scott and seconded by Commissioner Hawes to adjourn the meeting. Voting in favor: Chairman Nyquist, Commissioners Lhotka, Scott, Hawes, and Theis. Voting against: none. The motion passed unanimously. The Brooklyn Center Housing and Redevelopment Authority-adjourned at 8 :40 p.m. Chairman 3 -8 -82 -2- MEMORANDUM TO: Gerald G. Splinter, City Manager FROM: Brad Hoffman, Administrative Assistant DATE: March 17, 1982 SUBJECT: Home Improvement Grant A home rehab grant in an' amount ' not to exceed $7,500 is recommended for Marjorie Engstrom, 5818 James Avenue North." Again, the information in this memorandum is confidential and not available to the public. The following work is recommended: a. Reroof b. Insulate rim joist C. Insulate attic to R -38 d. Upgrade electrical to 100 amp service e. Check wall insulation -.-'if-needed complete with owner'.s:,approval i t 4 Member introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION APPROVING ONE (1).BROOKLYN CENTER HOUSING REHABILITATION GRANT WHEREAS,- the Brooklyn Center Housing and Redevelopment Authority has established a Home Rehabilitation Grant Program to assist low and moderate income individuals in the maintenance and repair of their homes ; and WHEREAS, the Brooklyn Center Housing and Redevelopment Authority has received one (l) application from eligible, individuals to receive grant assistance; and WHEREAS, an inspection by the City of Brooklyn Center has determined that the work is necessary and appropriate under the Brooklyn Center Housing Rehabilitation Grant Program; and WHEREAS, the estimated cost of the proposed grant application is estimated at $7,500. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Brooklyn Center Housing and Redevelopment Authority that: 1. The Brooklyn Center Housing and Redevelopment Authority does approve the one (1) housing and rehabilitation grant application as recommended by the staff. 2. That the work be performed as recommended by the staff and that the applicant be directed to obtain the necessary bids for staff review and approval. 3. The project shall not exceed the grant limits of $7,500 per house. Date Chairman The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member , and upon vote.being taken thereon, the following; voted in favor thereof: and the following voted against the same: whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.