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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/27/2007 ORIGINAL MINUTES OF SPECIAL MEETING WHEAT RIDGE HOUSING AUTHORITY February 27, 2007 5:00 p.m. A. CALL THE MEETING TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 5 :00 p.m. by Chair Brungardt in the City Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 7500 West 29th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado. B. ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS Chair Brungardt introduced City Council member, Lena Rotola, as a new member ofthe Housing Authority. Authority members present: Cheryl Brungardt Kent Davis Kathy Nuanes Lena Rotola Janice Thompson Also attending: Henry Wehrdt, Construction Manager Larry Nelson, Cornerstone Realty Betty Maybin, Cornerstone Realty Ann Lazzeri, Recording Secretary c. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: January 23 and February 9, 2007 It was moved by Janice Thompson and seconded by Kathy Nuanes to approve the minutes of January 23, 2007 as presented. The motion passed unanimously. It was moved by Kent Davis and seconded by Janice Thompson to approve the minutes of February 9, 2007 as presented. The motion passed unanimously. D. OFFICER REPORTS There were no officer reports. E. PUBLIC FORUM There were no members ofthe public to address the Authority at this time. HOUSING AUTHORITY FebruaryJ1, 2007 - I - F. UNFINISHED BUSINESS . Balance Sheet: There were no comments on the balance sheet submitted by the accountant for the Housing Authority. . Park Side: Larry Nelson reported that the price on the two remaining Park Side units had been reduced by $2,000. . Parfet Units: Larry Nelson reported that construction on the units at 3884 and 3894 Parfet is complete. Henry Wehrdt stated that he is awaiting a certificate of occupancy and final cleaning still needs to be done. As soon as those items are complete, the units will be placed on the market. The asking price will be $204,000 for the four-bedroom unit and $185,000 for the two-bedroom unit. Cheryl Brungardt suggested that marketing include an emphasis on energy saving features such as extra insulation, etc. Marketing to teachers at schools in the area and Lutheran employees was discussed. There was discussion regarding the need to stage one of the units. A decision was made to stage the two-bedroom unit when grass is installed. Henry Wehrdt estimated that he should be able to have sod installed after March 15. If the units are not sold before, an open house will be held after sod is installed. Larry Nelson will see ifhe can get a sponsor to provide refreshments for the open house. . Jefferson Countv Grant: Lena Rotola announced that the second $75,000 grant was approved. She cOIIlmented that the Authority's presentation was very important in the County's decision to make the grant available. It also helped that Wheat Ridge Housing Authority and Jefferson County Housing Authority partner together. . 46th Place Property: Larry Nelson reported that he went through one of the units on 46th Place and was favorably impressed. These units are located on a cul-de-sac, back up to a park and have garages. He did not believe the Fenton property is a good prospect for the Authority and will continue to look for another two to four-unit property. G. NEW BUSINESS Chair Brungardt suggested conducting a joint training session with other housing authorities. She asked Authority members to think about possible subjects for a training session. The Colorado chapter ofthe National Association of Housing and Redevelopment (NAHRO) would provide a speaker. Jefferson County has indicated they would sponsor a training session. HOUSING AUTHORITY FebruarY~'J2007 - 2- H. OTHER 1. 2007 Housing Conference Overview Chair Brungardt reported that she attended an Affordable Housing Conference last weekend at Bel Mar. There were national speakers and approximately 500 in attendance. The main subject concerned energy-efficient affordable housing. Grant money is available for "green" housing. I. ADJOURNMENT It was moved by Kathy Nuanes and seconded by Kent Davis to adjourn the meeting at 5:45 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. C~d~ 7 .. /y . ~ V~1eA-J Ann Lazzeri, Recording Secretary HOUSING AUTHORITY February~ 2007 - 3 -