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MINUTES
February 23, 2010
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CALL MEETING TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Chair Brungardt at 4:00 p.m. in the Citfi
Council Chambers of the Wheat Ridge Municipal Building, 7500 West 29`
Avenue, Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
ROLL CALL
Authority members present: Cheryl Brungardt
Kathy Nuanes
Joseph DeMott
Janice Thompson
Katie Vanderveen
Others present: Sally Payne, Deputy Director
Larry Nelson, Cornerstone Realty
Betty Maybin, Cornerstone Realty
Ann Lazzeri, Recording Secretary
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: January 26, 2010
It was moved by Kathy Nuanes and seconded by Janice Thompson to
approve the minutes of January 26, 2010 as presented. The motion carried
5 -0.
OFFICERS REPORTS
There were no officers reports.
PUBLIC FORUM
There were no individuals present to address the Authority.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Strategic Planning - Interviews
Housing Authority Minutes - 1 - February 23, 2010
The Housing Authority has not undertaken a strategic planning session since
formation in 2001. The anticipated outcome of the strategic planning sessions
would be an updated (if needed) mission and goals for the Authority. It would
also clarify any questions regarding the role and responsibilities of the Authority
as well as individual members. New projects or new areas of focus may be
identified in the process. Up to $1,500 has been budgeted for the strategic
planning process.
Housing Authority members conducted interviews of two prospective consultants
based on a list of predetermined questions.
Tom Hart
Community Strategies Institute
Mr. Hart briefly reviewed his background and responded to the list of interview
questions. He formerly served as Director of the Colorado Division of Housing.
He has worked with many housing authorities on complex plans as well as
simpler plans. His institute has diverse background in housing development,
finance, policy, planning, demographics and research. He charges $100/hour for
consulting fees. He estimated a four -hour meeting with the Authority which
would leave eleven hours for research and creation of a summary report for the
Authority. He indicated he would be able to work on this project at almost any
time.
Joe Gonzales
Gonzales & Associates
Mr. Gonzales briefly reviewed his background and responded to each of the
interview questions. He is a mediator, trainer and facilitator. He designs and
facilitates strategic planning processes that define collaborative solutions and has
worked extensively with communities and organizations experiencing difficulty
of reorganization and change. He has worked with nonprofits on affordable
housing projects. He has also worked with for -profit organizations. His expertise
is in organization and development as well as large group intervention. He
estimated a six -hour meeting with the Authority. He indicated that $1,500 would
cover his time, including the meeting time and preparation of a report. He also
indicated that he would be available to work on this project at almost any time.
Following discussion of the interviews, it was moved by Joseph DeMott and
seconded by Katie Vanderveen moved to select Tom Hart as the consultant to
assist the Housing Authority with strategic planning. The motion passed 5 -0.
The following dates will be submitted to Tom Hart to see if they would fit with
his availability:
March 23, 2010 — 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
April 13, 2010 — 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
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9690 and 9710 West 41 Avenue - Larry Nelson reported on the West 41"
Avenue properties. There have been between 20 and 25 showings during the last
month due to the reduced price and the option of owner - financing. A decision on
a party -wall agreement should be available within a week. If approved, FHA
financing would be available.
OTHER
Sally Payne distributed information on the NAHRO Conference to be held in
Pueblo. Those interested in attending should contact Sally Payne or Kathy Field.
Cheryl Brungardt suggested submitting one of the Housing Authority's projects
for a NAHRO award.
ADJOURNMENT
It was moved by Janice Thompson and seconded by Katie Vanderveen to
adjourn the meeting at 5:40 p.m. The motion passed 5 -0.
Cheryl BrAgardt, Chai
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