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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09/25/2007HOUSING AUTHORITY MEETING September 25, 2007 CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 5:00 P.M. A. Call Meeting Yo Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of the Minutes: August 28, 2007 D. Officers Reports E. Public Forum F. Unfinished Business G. New Business 1. Updates on closing status for Allison and 41st developments 2. Update on Parfet water situation 3. Possible candidates for final single family acquisition 4. Parkside update H. Other 1. Richards-Hart Estate duplex status L Adjournment MINUTES WHEAT RIDGE HOUSING AUTHORITY August 28, 2007 A. CALL MEETING TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chair Brungardt at 5:00 p.m. B. ROLL CALL Authority members present: Cheryl Brungardt Kent Davis Kathy Nuanes L,ena Rotola Janice Thompson Others present: Sa11y Payne, Acting Executive Director Larry Nelson, Cornerstone Realty Betty Maybin, Comerstone Realty Henry Wehrdt, Construction Manager Marcy Emily, Property Manager Vera Murey, 3771 Quail - Kay Hunt, 3755 Quail Cameron Schaefer, 3751 Quail Ann Lazzeri, Secretary C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES It was moved by Kent Davis and seconded by Kathy Nuanes to approve the minutes of June 26, 2007. The motion passed 5-0. It was moved by Kathy Nuanes and seconded by Janice Thompson to approve the minutes of the special meeting of July 26, 2007. The motion passed 4-0 with Kent Davis abstaining. D. OFFICERS REPORTS There were no reports. E. PUBLIC FORUM There was no one to address the Authority at this time. F. UNFINISHED BUSINESS • Status of Parfet Property Henry Wehrdt reported on the Parfet property. _ The low bid was submitted by Park Range. When the contractor came to start the job, there was a foot of water in the basement. The origin of the water has Housing Authoriry Minutes - 1- August 28, 2007 not yet been determined. The contractor submitted a change order to approve an increased cost for his staff to wear respirators. He also requested that a hygienist be hired to inspect the property for viability. At this time, there is not a cost estimate for a hygienisYs services. Mr. Wehrdt instructed the contractor to stop work until there are some answers about the water issue. G. NEW BUSINESS Occupancv Requirements - Quail Square (This item was heard after approval of the minutes) Vera Murey, a member of the Homeowners Association Board for Quail Square stated that one of the owners at Quail Square rented his unit to his niece who would not be considered an immediate member of his family. The niece has since moved and the owner has the unit up for sale. He would like to rent his unit until such time as it is sold. This is not allowed under the covenants. Ms. Murey presented a petition to the Authority requesting clarification of the term "immediate family" in the Declazation of Condominium for Quail Square Condominiums. She also stated that the Board would like to see this requirement applied to all present and future Housing Authority units. It was moved by Janice Thompson and seconded by Lena Rotola to accept the resolution of the Quail Square Condominium Association regarding the definition of "immediate family" and extend this definit'ron to all existing and future Housing Authority projects. Cheryl Brungardt thanked the residents for bringing this matter to the attention of the Housing Authority. She also recommended that the Housing Authority be responsible for any legal fees that may be incurred by the residents who requested changes to the covenants. Property Acquisitions Jacqueline Pickett, Community Development Director and Melanie Guinan, Project Manager, for Jefferson County were present to explain the process involved to get funds released when a property is in a floodplain. Ms. Pickett explained that the process includes submission of the project to several agencies for approval and notice must be given to the public. Authority members were given a copy of the Floodplain Management policies regarding Relationship to Flood Insurance Purchase Requirements. She estimated that closing on the property under contract to the Housing Authority could take place by October 16. She didn't anticipate any objections from any of the agencies or from the public. Housing Authority Minutes - 2- August 28, 2007 3. Vacancy - Richards-Hart Estate Duplex There was discussion about the vacant unit in the duplex on the Richards- Hart Estate property. There was a consensus that this item should be discussed with the Parks Department at a City Council study session. Lena Rotola estimated a 2-3 week period to get this item on a study session agenda. Kent Davis suggested that discussion on this matter be postponed until after the study session and there is direction from City Council. H. OTHER Larry Nelson announced that the repossessed unit at Park Side is under contract for $130,000 which would result in a profit of $17,000. Notices will be placed on Channel 8 about the one remaining unit for sale at Park Side. Cheryl suggested that the Housing Authority issue a statement encouraging homeowners and renters to join the efforts of the Housing Authority to improve Wheat Ridge by taking care of their properties and mowing their lawns. L ADJOURNMENT It was moved by Kent Davis and seconded by Kathy Nuanes to adjourn the meeting at 6:15 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. The next meeting will be held on September 25, 2007. Cheryl Brungardt, Chair Ann Lazzeri, Secretary Housing Authority Minutes - 3- August 28, 2007 From the desk of John Schumacher, CBO Chief Building Official Building Inspection Division Office (303) 235-2853 Fax (303) 235-2857 On September 6, 2007, an inspection of the property located at 2760/2770 Chase Street was conducted to assess the condition of the structure and the extent of the repairs required for the structure to meet applicable codes and standards for residential structures within the City of Wheat Ridge. The structure is a two-story duplex, with a two-story unit at 2770 Chase Street, and a single level unit at 2760 Chase Street. The exterior of the entire structure and the interior of the unit at 2760 Chase Street was the subject of the inspection. The interior of 2770 Chase Street was not accessible for the inspection. As a result of the inspection, the following determinations were made: 1. The existing siding is asbestos shingle siding, and is damaged in two separate areas of the structure, comprising approximately 25 square feet of the exterior of the structure. It will be necessary to abate the damaged siding in a manner consistent with state and federal asbestos abatement regulations. The remaining siding would be able to be covered by application of new siding; however the options far the type of siding that should be applied aze limited by the use of the existing asbestos shingles as a base for the new siding. Additionally, there are large gaps in the existing asbestos shingle siding, which has allowed moisture to penetrate the sheathing behind the siding. This moisture penetration has contributed to mild deterioration damage to the structural components of the structure at its' base, and enclosure of this moisture and its' xelated _ damage may serve to hasten the deterioration of the structural components. The best method of preventing this enclosure of moisture and assessing the extent of the structural deterioration is to remove all of the existing asbestos shingle siding, which could prove to be very costly. 2. The existing flooring is asbestos tile, and covering or abatement of these tiles is required. 3. The existing roof covering is in poor condition and requires replacement. There are approximately 14-1/2 squares of roof covering on the structure. The existing roof sheathing is 1" board material, and will likely require some repair as a result of deterioration, and damage during the re-roofing process. It would also be necessary to add ventilation to the roof system during roof replacement. 4. The bathtub has a wood sill at the window over the tub which is deteriorated and shows a possibility of mold growth. This sill should be replaced with an appropriate moisture-resistant material, at which time a test for the presence of mold could be made. If mold is confirmed, treatment or abatement would be necessary. 5. The water heater for the unit at 2760 is new, and was installed on 7-7-06. There is improper access to the water heater, insufficient combustion air, and incomplete gas shut off valves for the water heater and the furnace. The furnace is aged, but is of adequate size. The function of the furnace unit under demand conditions is undeterminable. 6. The electrical panel was not accessible, but the service appears to have been updated since original construction. The electrical wiring, outlets and switches were acceptable at the time of installation, and continued use is permissible, but the system is outdated, there are no GFCI outlets in the wet areas, and the potential for malfunction and the need for repair or replacement in the near future axe likely. - Without access to the adjoining unit, an accurate assessment is impossible, but it is reasonable to assume that the conditions that exist in 2760 Chase Stxeet also exisC in 2770 Chase Street. The structure is in need of general repair and maintenance, including windows, drainage adjustment, landscaping, interior paint, furnace and duct cleaning, plumbing fixture replacement and possible repair of structural deterioration. The estimated cost of repairs for the listed items is $15,185.00, plus minor asbestos abatement costs. The potential for additional costs associated with the listed items for additional asbestos abatement, roof sheathing replacement, mold investigation and/or treatment, and other items indeterminable at this time is substantial, and could likely increase the total cost of repairs to over $25,000.00. Inclusion of the cost of the general maintenance and repair items to bring the property into reasonable compliance with current standards in the total cost could raise this figure to well over $40,000.00. The possibility of additional repair is likely, but cannot be determined until the listed work is begun, creating a scenario in which unspecified change orders are likely. n119107 Wheat Ridge Housing Authority Balance Sheet As of September 19, 2007 - Sep 19, '07 ASSETS Current Assets Check(ng/Savings 113 • 1st Bank - Checking (5,202) 120 • 1st Bank - Money Market 670,219 Total Checking/Savings 665,017 Other Current Assets 151 • ParkSide ProJect Inventory 216,415 153 • Pertet Project Inventory 350,869 154 • Allison ProJect Inventory 10,700 155 • 41st Avenue Project 4,900 Totel Other Current Assets 582,864 Totel Current Assats 1,247,901 Other Assets 273 • Note Receivable • Baca 8,958 290 • HOA Working Capital 350 Total Other Assets 9,308 TOTAL ASSETS 1,257,209 LIABILITIES & EQUITY Liabilities Current Liabilities Other Current Liabilities 310 • Real Estate Taxes Dua 579 Total Other Current Liabilities 579 Total Current Liabilities 579 Total Liabilities 579 Equity Net Income 11,224 465. Fund Balanca 1,245,407 Total Equity 1,256,631 ~ TOTAL LIABIlIT1ES & EQUITY 1,257,210 Page t of 1