08-02-1993 SpecialCITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA
SPECIAL HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING
August 2, 1993
HRA MEMBERS
PRESENT: Thomas Harms; Joan Helmberger; Russ Susag;
Vern Luettinger; and Lawrence Wozniczka.
STAFF PRESENT: James Prosser, City Manager; Steven Devich,
Administrative Services Director; Thomas
Ferber, City Clerk; Byron Wallace, Community
Development Director; and Bruce Palmborg,
Housing & Redevelopment Coordinator.
The meeting was called to order by Chair Harms at 7:00 p.m.
Item #I DISCUSSION WITH HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
REGARDING CONCURRENT USE OF SOUTH PART OF CLOVERLEAF
SITE FOR CONCRETE BATCH PLANT AND ROAD MATERIAL STORAGE
AND RECYCLING AREA FOR THE 77TH STREET PROJECT.
HRA LETTER N0. 30
Executive Director Prosser reviewed HRA Letter No. 30
regarding the temporary use of the Cloverleaf site by Shafer
Contracting Co., Inc. for a portable concrete batch plant,
stockpiling of concrete, asphalt, and topsoil, and the recycling
of road materials.
George Mattson, President of Shafer Contracting Co., Inc.,
reviewed the company's request for use of the HRA owned
Cloverleaf site for operations related to the 77th Street
Construction Project. Mr. Mattson responded to questions from
the HRA and the City Council relating to noise, material
stockpiles, batch plant operations, screening, and material
recycling.
Tim Hansen, Safety Manager of Shafer Contracting Co., Inc.,
reviewed his contact with the adjacent apartment manager and
residents related to construction operations and safety issues.
HRA Chair Harms expressed concerns about safety issues
related to children playing on the stockpiles and suggested the
possibility of fencing around that area.
HRA Commissioner Wozniczka asked if any trees would be lost
on the site because of stockpiling of materials and whether any
additional land other than what was previously approved would be
used.
Community Services Director Fondrick indicated no trees
would be lost nor additional land needed to accommodate the
stockpiling/recycling operation.
Discussion followed regarding insurance issues related to
the use of the site.
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M/Luettinger, S/Susag to direct staff to include storage and
recycling of road materials in the agreement with Shafer
Contracting Co., Inc. for use of the south portion of the
Cloverleaf site and further stipulate that the contractor provide
fencing around the area for security and safety.
Motion carried 5-0.
Mayor Kirsch invited the HRA members to remain for the City
Council Study Session discussion items related to CDBG funding
allocation and the New Ford Town/Rich Acres buyout.
Item #II DISCUSSION OF ALLOCATION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT FUNDS RECEIVED BY THE CITY FOR HOUSING PROGRAMS.
S.S. LETTER NO. 20
City Manager Prosser reviewed Study Session Letter No. 20
regarding the issues related to the allocation of Community Block
Grant (CDBG) funds for housing programs. Mr. Prosser also stated
that some funding would also be needed for structural
modifications needed to meet the requirements of the Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA).
HRA Chair Harms requested that staff provide an updated map
depicting the status of the condition of housing stock in the
City and a report on the impact of the existing housing programs.
HRA Coordinator Palmborg indicated that the map would be
completed for the October HRA meeting.
HRA Commissioner Wozniczka raised questions related to the
eligibility constraints and qualifications used for the CDBG
funded rehabilitation loan and scattered site New Home Programs.
Council Member Priebe stated that utilization of a greater
percentage of the CDBG funds for the rehabilitation loan program
would benefit a greater number of people.
HRA Coordinator Palmborg reviewed the CDBG program loan
payback provisions of the two housing programs.
Council Member Priebe noted that the housing rehabilitation
loan program provided a greater payback to the City, and
therefore, would be more beneficial to the City.
Discussion followed regarding program funding, operation,
and impact on the neighborhoods.
Council Member Priebe discussed the Brooklyn Park Apartment
Rehabilitation Program.
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City Manager Prosser reviewed funding and programic issues
related to that program.
Council Member Susag stated support for splitting the CDBG
funding between the loan rehabilitation and New Home Programs,
noting that future rehabilitation loan paybacks will provide
increased funding for rehabilitation.
Council Member Sandahl stated the importance of receiving
the updated housing stock information before making a decision.
HRA Chair Harms discussed the possibilities of the HRA being
more aggressive in creating rehabilitation loan opportunities by
initiating some type of equity loan interest buy down loan
program.
Item #III DISCUSSION OF POLICY AND STRATEGY RECOMMENDATIONS FOR
AIRPORT RELATED ISSUES. S.S LETTER N0. 22
City Manager Prosser reviewed Study Session Letter No. 22
regarding airport policy and strategy.
• MAC Part 150 Acquisition/Relocation Program
The Richfield Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA)
submitted a proposal to the Metropolitan Airports Commission
(MAC) to provide acquisition and relocation services for the Part
150 Acquisition/Relocation Program. On July 26, Nigel Finney,
MAC Deputy Executive Director, contacted staff concerning the
City's proposal. Mr. Finney asked the City to withdraw its
proposal because the MAC was concerned that the proposal would
preclude the Commission from requiring the successful contractor,
if other than Richfield, from cooperating and coordinating their
acquisition efforts in Richfield with the City.
In response, the City sent a letter to Nigel Finney on July
28 stating that it would not withdraw its proposal.
On July 28, the City received a letter from the MAC stating
that the Richfield HRA was not selected to be interviewed by the
Commission's Planning and Environment Committee for the project.
The three firms selected to be interviewed by MAC Committee on
August 3 include: W.D. Schock Company; O.R. Colan Associates;
and, Moreland, Altobelli Associates.
HRA Chair Harms and City Manager Prosser stated that they
would be meeting with MAC Executive Director Jeff Hamiel on
August 5 to stress the importance of the residents interest in
the process and to seek a formalized role for the City/HRA in the
acquisition/relocation process. He stated that they would
negotiate in a manner as not to delay or ~eopordize funding for
the buyout.
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City Manager Prosser reviewed a draft letter to the MAC
regarding the City's concerns on this issue.
Council Member Sandahl stated the reasons the City submitted
a proposal was to control the process and act to protect the
interest of the residents and the City.
HRA Commissioner Wozniczka asked if a list of the City's
interests had been made.
City Manager Prosser indicated the City's interests related
to the appraisal process, relocation and assistance process,
demolition schedule, land use, and services during relocation.
HRA Chair Harms reiterated the importance of the "people"
issues of the residents in New Ford Town/Rich Acres.
Bill Schatzlein, Housing Consultant, stated the importance
of these resident issues because the project funding is likely to
be over a three year period.
Mike Gallagher, New Ford Town/Rich Acres Neighbors Advisory
Committee, stated agreement with the concerns expressed with
working with MAC and the consultants.
Discussion followed regarding strategy and the approach to
this issue.
HRA Commissioner Wozniczka stated concern that time be taken
to formalize a written list.
Discussion followed regarding the content of the letter
drafted by City Manager Prosser and HRA Chair Harms regarding the
City's position and desire to have a significant role in the
process.
ADJOURNMENT
HRA Chairperson Harms add
Date Approved:
8/16/93
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Thomas P. Ferber
City Clerk
HRA Meeting~~t 8:30 p.m.
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tive Director