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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHousing Catalyst - Minutes - 03/04/1980MEMORANDUM DATE: March 4, 1980 T6: Fort Collins Housing Authority FROM: John D. MzGraw, Executive Director RE: Minutes of the March 3, 1980 Regular Meeting I. pall to order. The meeting was called to order at 7:15 p.m. by Charlie Muenzberg, chairperson, in the Conference Room at 1715 West Mountain Avenue. II. Roll call. Members Present: Staff Present: Ken Franzen John D. McGraw, Executive Director Ray Hale Wayne P. Taylor, Asst. for Housing Managemer. Charlie Muenzberg Joni Hannigan, Secretary Doug Parker III. Consider approval. of the February 4, 1980 Monthly Meeting Minutes. Charlie M. pointed out the correct spelling of Mike Keefe's name on page 2 and moved approval of the minutes. Ray H. seconded and the motion carried with the following vote: Ayes: Ken F., Ray H., Charlie M., Doug P. Nays: none. IV. Consider adoption of Resolution #84 authorizing application for A copy of Wayne T.'s Request for Modernization Funds to HUD was included in the agenda for reference. The items considered for project Colo. 41-1 were: 1) $6,000 for replacement of cracked and sagging concrete stoops on 13 units; 2) $8,000 for installation of deadbolt locks on 50 units; and, 3) $1,000 for purchase and installation of centralized locking nail boxes for two sites. Discussion included the high price of deadbolt locks, and the number of break- ins within the program recently, with Gallup and Fccky Road pointed out as the problem areas. It was noted that the funds were not approved yet, that this was an application for financing to HUD. Ray H. moved approval of the Resolution. Ken F. seconded and the motion carried with the following vote: Ayes: Ken F., Ray H., Charlie M., Doug P. Nays: none. V. Consider adoption of Resolution #85 approving the Annual Contributions Contract for Project 41-2. John explained that the ACC was still at the HUD office in Denver and referred the Board to a copy of the 41-1 ACC. He stated further that the 41-2 ACC is a contract with HUD for the total budget of the Kelgar Park project, in which HUD agrees to pay the mortgage on the housing and advance development funding. Ray H. wondered if it was necessary to have the ACC before the next meeting. John replied yes. Ray H. moved approval of the Resolution. Doug P. seconded and the notion carried with the following vote: Ayes: Ken F., Ray H., Charlie M., Doug P. Nays: none. I Page 2 • Minutes of the March 3, 1980 Regular Meeting • VI. Consider adoption of the Annual Contributions Contract The AOC for Colo. Project 41-4 (family housing rehabilitation) is also in Denver with HUD. Discussion centered around various parts of the ACC and it was noted that the Development Program is the 'guts' of the AOC, that is, haw much it will cost. Doug P. iroved approval of the Resolution. Ken F. seconded and the motion carried with the following vote; Ayes: Ken F., Ray H., Charlie M., Doug P. Nays: none. VII. Consider adoption of Resolution #87 approving acquisitions for Project 41-3. John began with reference a color -coded rep shaving the different projects and their locations. He pointed out the following three sites applicable to this resolution: 1709 Erin Court, 1207 Matuka Court, and 1200 Matuka Court. Each site has 4 units. Since the Matuka units are not completed yet, a question was raised as to how they could be rehabilitated. It was explained that the purchase of newer units could provide low cost rehab., i.e., storm windows, landscaping, etc., and also avoid high land costs (on older units, a larger parcel of land is usually included.) HUD representatives agree that substan- tial rehab costs have been so high that sore acquisition with limited rehab will be required to keep overall project costs down. Ray H. moved approval of the Resolution. Doug P. seconded and the motion carried with the following vote: Ayes: Ken F., Ray H., Charlie M., Doug P. Nays: none. VIII. Consider adoption of Resolution #88 approvinq acquisitions for Project 41-4. Of the 42 units to be acquired for Colo. Project 41-4, 6 are being transfered from 41-3 to spread out the cost of units requiring substantial rehab. John mentioned that this resolution was only for the Housing Authority to approve the optioned units for acquisition, and that HUD has another 30 days to approve. Both approvals are required before acquisition. A question was raised about whether a local appraiser could be obtained. John replied that HUD sends their own appraiser at no cost to the Authority, but we will seek out a local appraiser if HUD appraisers are delayed any longer. It was also noted that the appraised value must be paid. Other discussion included relocation fees, the present rental market situation, and rehabili- tation costs. Doug P. moved approval of the Resolution. Ray H. seconded and the motion carried with the following vote: Ayes: Ken F., Ray H., Charlie M., Doug P. Nays: none. IX. Consider adoption of Resolution #89 approving the 41-5 site at S. College. The Board was unanimous in their disapproval of the site on S. College, be- cause it is a busy traffic area. The first site given consideration, 211-215 W. Magnolia, was turned dawn recently by HUD because of its close proximity to the railroad tracks and complications arising from noise level limits set by HUD. The area is presently being monitored at various times during the day for the noise level. Railroad trains run at 75 decibels in comparison to the 60 decibel limit set for elderly programs at any given time. Everyone voiced disapproval of the noise level hassle and wondered who they could contact concerning this. John suggested a conference call with HUD in Denver, and Ray thought a personal visit would be effective. The possibility of going to City Council and getting a letter of support to take to HUD was also discussed. Page 3 0 Minutes of the March 3, 1980 Regular Meeting If HUD stands firm on their decision, it was agreed to try to find something else downtown and not option the S. College site. Ray H. moved to disapprove the S. College site. Doug P. seconded and the notion carried with the follwoing vote: Ayes: Ken F., Ray H., Charlie M., and Doug P. Nays: none. X. Executive Director's Report 41-1 - Management and Stats Reports were discussed. 41-2 - Phase I, first seven units, is delayed as a result of errors and omis- sions of Miles Lantz Architects. Attorney Wagenlander is pursuing the problem on the Housing Authority's behalf. An addendum to the contract was suggested concerning the attorney's fees clause, i.e., if the architect is found to be in default, then the architect will pay the legal fees incurred by the Housing Authority. 41-4 - Awaiting Annual Contributions Contract. Approval of ACC by H.A. Board will initiate acquisition of 32 units optioned for the program. 41-5 - No further steps toward acquiring the S. College site. The Board plans to fight HUD on the noise level limits. Buckingham Four -flex - The project is delayed awaiting decision on whether the Ft. Collins Housing Corporation can issue tax exempt bonds. John discussed using a similar situation in Littleton as precedence. Section 8 Moderate Rehab - John mmmarized the program for the Board. An application for CDBG assistance in the amount of $40,052 was attached for reference. The money would be used for low -interest loans to owners for rehabilitating substandard rental units. In return, participants agree to stay with the Section 8 program for 15 years and repay the loan with part of the rental income. Ray H. cournented that he thought it was an unworkable program because of the 15-year lease. John thought it was worth a try since it was a way to secure Sec. 8 housing. Charlie M. wondered if there would still be a need for the 15-year clause if the owner cane up with matching funds. John said the current HUD regulations require the 15 year cam- mittment. The Board agreed to proceed with CDBG assistance request and to reconsider proceeding with the moderate rehab program if CEBG help is not available. XI. other Business. Wayne T. explained the Year -End Section 8 Financial Report by the Accountant. XII. Adjournment. There being no other business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:15 p.m.