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26 In 2016, the following programs will be continued or expanded: <br />27 <br />Multi-Family Loan and Acquisition Funds <br />Offers rehabilitation loans to existing rental property owners (whose properties <br />have 5 or more units) and also makes dollars available for energy improvements. $100,000 <br />This program is also used for site assemblage for redevelopment of higher <br />density housing. <br />Ownership Rehabilitation Programs <br />Provides residents with free, comprehensive consultation services about the <br />construction/renovation process to maintain, improve, and/or enhance their <br />existing home, with a specific focus on energy efficiency. The program also $24,850 <br />recognizes homeowners that have done green construction or improvements to <br />their homes and yards. This program budgets for 200 energy efficiency audits to <br />be completed each year. <br />Neighborhood Enhancement Program (NEP) <br />This funding pays for professional services for seasonal program along with $53,975 <br />printing and mailing of program materials. <br />Research Studies & Implementation <br />The RHRA assists the City in researching issues that are identified by the RHRA $20,000 <br />and Council. Additional research is needed for the Hotel/Motel Study, and <br />studying of S/E Roseville. <br />Marketing <br />The RHRA will recreate a welcome packet for mailing to new residents $8,000 <br />regarding resources and programs that are available. Workshops will be done 8 <br />times a year to address home improvements, sustainability, gardening and <br />healthy living. <br />Economic Development <br />RHRA is working to implement the Business Retention & EXpansion program <br />(BR&E). The intent is to help business expand, retain and attract desirable <br />businesses that lead to employment, investment and commitment to the <br />community. This year the RHRA is proposing to budget for funds to be set <br />aside for Economic Development activities for redevelopment, retaining $326,400 <br />business and business enhancements. The budget reflects continued <br />implementation of the recommendations and resources for outreach to existing <br />businesses. These efforts include a partnership with the St. Paul Area Chamber <br />of Commerce to provide a quarterly educational worlcshop series as well as <br />newsletters, yearly networking events, and having assistance from interns. <br />General RHRA Expenditures <br />The RHRA has operating costs associated with overhead, staff, attorney, $190,680 <br />recording secretary services, continuing education and training of staff and the <br />board. <br />Total Expenses $723,905 <br />2016 RHRA Budg�t Discussion - Page 2 of 3 <br />