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. SPECIAL NEIGHBORHOOD & AFFORDABLE HOUSING ADVISORY BOARD MEETINGI
RETREAT
CITY OF CLEARWATER
July 5,'2000 .
Present: Warren Hunt
, Stephen Jeffries'
Howard Groth.
Milly Joplin
Mayme W. Hodges
Peggy M. Cutkomp
Chair
Vice-Chair
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
. Absent: William Turner, Sr.
Joyce L. Smith
Vacant Seat
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
. Also. Present: Nina Bandoni
Michael Holmes
Patricia O. Sullivan
Assistant Housing Director
Housing Manager
Board Reporter
The Chair called the meeting to order at 9: 1 0 a.m. at City Hall.
, To provide continuity for research, items are in agenda order although not necessarily
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ITEM #2 - Approval of the Minutes
Member Groth moved to approve the minutes of the meetings of May 16, 2000,
and May 31, 2000, as recorded and submitted in written summation to each board
member. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM #3- Citizens to be Heard - None.
ITEM #4 - Staff Presentation
In response to a question, Assistant Housing Director Nina Bandoni said proposed
funding cuts to CHIP (Clearwater Homeless Intervention Program) are from the General
Budget and do not affect NAHAS (Neighborhood & Affordable Housing Advisory Board)
recommended funding.
,a) Consolidated Plan
Ms. Bandoni reported the process to develop the City's Consolidated Plan for 2000
- 2005 is based on USHUD (U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development) direction
for two grant programs: 1) CDBG (Community Development Block Grant) and 2) HOME
(Housing Opportunity Made Equal). In Februarv and March 2000, staff conducted public
workshops, each focusing on a specific community need: 1) housing; 2) public housing; 3)
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homelessness and special needs; 4) economic development; and 5) public services. Ms.
'Bandonl reviewed issues discussed at the meetings.' Staff used information from these
meetings and statistical information to develop the Consolidated Plan's goals and
objectives. '
The Action Plan covers October 1, 2000 through September 30, 2001. NAHAB's
recommendation for funding will be presented to the City Commission on July 20, 2000.
The North Greenwood revitalization plan is under development. The City can slightly .
exceed the social services' cap if that funding is used to address specific strategic
community needs. It was suggested staff meet with agencies that submitted applications
but were not funded, and provide them with copies of the Consolidated Plan, advise them
of changes to the PI all, and discuss funded needs related to their missions.
In response to a question, Ms. Bandoni said the Plan's reference to a land bank ;s a
suggestion. She said although Clearwater owns 20 lots, it cannot donate them for infill
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The process to gather public comment on the Consolidated Plan began in June 2000
with an advertisement in the St. Petersburg Times. Ms. Bandoni encouraged interested
parties to telephone or send related comments for inclusion with the Plan. It was
recommended the Plan be posted on the' City's Internet site. A copy of the appendixes
was requested.
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Member Groth moved to approve the Consolidated Plan for fiscal years 2000 -
2005 and the one~year Action Plan for October 1, 2000 through September 30, 2001. The
motion was dulV seconded and carried unanimously.
The meeting adjourned at 9:45 a.m. and was followed by a retreat.
ITEM #5 - Retreat
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Planning Director Ralph Stone said maintaining the City's housing stock and .
neighborhoods is the most important component in ensuring a successful future for
Clearwater. The City receives approximately $2-million annually for housing programs. The
best use of the money addresses and integrates a range of issues and provides affordable
housing citywide. In response to a suggestion, Mr. Stone stated many talented people feel
public sector jobs are more rewarding than private sector jobs that pay more.
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It was recommended NAHAS be included in more housing related decisions. In
response to a question, Mr. Stone said the government should not construct units but
oversee the funding of such projects. If conditions are too deteriorated, the government
sometimes must step in. He expressed concern the non-profit agencies may not be able to
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maintain production levels necessary to use available funds. If they are unable to produce
enough units,' th~ City may need to release a RFP (Request for Proposals) that allows for.
profit companies also to bid for available funds.
Bridge Building Activity
, The activity demonstrated problems that occur 'when groups working toward
common goals do not communicate. '
Discussion - Tie Consolidated Plan to Annual Program/Project Selections'
It' was recommended the City not allow housing conditions to regress further. A
lack of empty lots for housing was noted. It was suggested the City focus on rehabilitation
to prevent further deterioration andbe aggressive in razing unsafe housing. It was felt
code enforcement efforts should be increased regarding absentee landlords. Ms. Sandoni
said the more than 300 houses recently constructed in North Greenwood have improved
the attractiveness of the neighborhood. She discussed difficulties related to code
enforcement and the effects o'n families who subsequently are forced to r~locate.
Approximately 400' houses in the City remain in poor condition. It was felt the only
solution is tougher code anfOl'cement.
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The importance of home maintenance education was stated to avoid rehabilitated
houses from decaying again. Home ownership education is important to learn to budget for
necessary expenses and repairs. It was noted some people cannot handle the
responsibilities of home ownership. It was felt industry abutting residential neighborhoods
should do more to maintain an adequate buffer.
Discussion - Roles & Goals - NAHAB uctivities for 2001 and beyond,
Ms. Bandoni reviewed the role of NAHAS and distributed a copy of .the ordinance
that created it. NAHAS is an advisory board concerned with housingt social services, and
economic' development. The board provides input and makes recommendations regarding
the distribution of COBG, SHIP, and HOME funds.
Ms. Sandoni discussed progress staff has made toward reorganization through
improved loan tracking and record keeping. Next year, staff plans to improve marketin'g,
create new programs, increase activities, etc. Also, staff in working on report systems for
non profits and tracking lines of credit. She requested input regarding member roles.
Concern was expressed few residents are familiar with the board or pay attention to
its decisions and actions. It was stated the board receives little feedback from the City
Commission. Discussion ensued regarding agency performing reports. It was felt if
agencies are behind schedule in spending their funds, they should contact the City and
explain the problem. It was recommended subjects for discussion be, identified for board
members prior to the scheduled meeting so that members can brainstorm and bring
suggestions with them. It was requested the agenda be distributed well ahead of the
meeting. In response to a question, Housing Manager Mike Holmes said the City has
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The 'next regular meeting is scheduled for September 12, 2090, at City Hall.
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Citizens were encouraged'to vote on the Downtown Redevelopment referendum on
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