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City Council Regular Meeting - 08/23/04 Minutes - Page 26 on HRA directions and processes. Councilmember Maschka expressed his initial and continuing argument with the establishment of the HRA: that the HRA was determined as a solution without adequate definition of the prob1em(s). Counci1member Maschka noted the many housing issues needing consideration and whether the HRA was the best and right tool; questioned how the Council should develop policies to the provide the HRA with adequate direction as with other commISSIons. Counci1member Maschka admitted his continued struggles with the role of the HRA, the City's housing and rental housing issues and their needed solutions; and questioned if, when and where the City should step in and how to assist without becoming a cumbersome detriment. Counci1member Maschka specifically noted the information shared tonight that Ramsey County was noting an influx of seniors moving into Roseville due to the available rambler-type housing stock and decreasing mobility issues, location, services, and other amenities; and how that had not been anticipated previously. Counci1member Maschka questioned whether the City was "sprinkling drops of water randomly, when a "downpour" was what was needed in specific areas. Counci1member Maschka opined that, as policy makers, the City Council needed to define the problems; recognize the complexity and comprehensiveness of these issues; (i.e., determine how to deliver health care; impacts to school districts; emergency service providers); establish priorities; and then reach conclusions. Chair Majerus opined that past issues with the HRA were "water under the bridge," and sought solution to better communication; determination of goals; use of resources to achieve and solve collaborative issues;