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City of Roseville - Housing & Redevelopment Authority Meeting Minutes for June 21, 2005Page 3 of 4 Motion: Member Kelsey moved, seconded by Member Bean, to recommend discussion of the attached possible action steps, which are in response to resident concerns heard during the HRA neighborhood meetings, with the City Council on July 18, 2005 after a presentation on the report and meeting by facilitator Barbara Raye. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Motion carried c) Appointment of HRA/LDC Secretary to replace Sam Marks With the resignation of Sam Marks, there is a vacancy on the HRA Board and the Local Development Corporation to act a Secretary that needs to be filled. Motion: Member Majerus moved, seconded by Member Kelsey, to appoint Member Jill Bean as Secretary of the Roseville Housing & Redevelopment Authority and Local Development Corporation for 2005. Ayes: 5 Nays: 0 Motion carried. Information, Reports and Other Business 8. a) Discuss 2006 Budget Process and Preliminary Budget (HF31) Executive Director Bennett provided a brief summary of the budget review process and a summary of expenditures to date. Bennett noted that the funds (HRA General Levy and CDBG Restricted Funds) have been separated for ease in reporting as many of the HRA programs and administration costs are not eligible to be paid for by the CDBG funding source. Bennett also noted that the Finance Subcommittee met to discuss the current 2005 budget expenditures and possible new programs as well as structure of the 2006 budget. Member Kelsey asked if the Home & Garden program could become its own fund in 2006 since it was paid for by exhibitor and sponsor fees. Chair Majerus provided a summary of the finance subcommittee meeting noting that there was a discussion regarding facilitation and support for more public/private partnerships in the delivery of housing programs and services to help bridge the funding and programming gaps and maximize the success for programs. Questions were asked regarding how would public/private partnerships help to get the information out and facilitate better funding applications as well as are the proposed programs the best use of our dollars? Member Hermes noted that the subcommittee talked about the focus on a broader picture and what Roseville should look like in 10 years. If targeting young families and making Roseville more appealing is the ultimate goal then the programs should always be reflective of this. She noted that there needs to be more focus in out programming. Member Kelsey added that the subcommittee talked about two specific programs to be implemented in 2005 using existing funds to provide focus on increasing young family ownership and investment in housing in Roseville. She provided a brief summary of each program and asked that staff bring back specific program guidelines and cost estimates in July for review and action by the HRA. The programs include providing funding for the Senior Housing Regenerations Program with more partnership with local realtors as well as provide a loan program to families for home renovation projects. Chair Majerus noted that each program should evaluate how they can be best facilitated using existing resources and discuss a partnership with GMHC (provider of the Senior Housing Regeneration Program) to create a win/win situation for new homeowners achieving the HRA’s goals. Member Hermes noted that there should be a blueprint for the community and a plan for the future. Member Bean noted that looking at the budget split between two funds is critical because it shows clearly how there is a need for community funding to support even the existing programs (such as the Housing Resource Center) and that they could be in jeopardy of continuing. Member Kelsey noted that this is a good opportunity to work with the Council in understanding the issue and funding strategies so that everyone can move forward together to achieve better neighborhoods and quality housing in Roseville. http://archive.ci.roseville.mn.us/council/hra/minutes/2005/hram050621.htm3/12/2008