1985-09-17 Regular CIC MinutesREGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
HELD TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 17,1985
The meeting convened at 7:20 p.m. with Chairman Diament presiding.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Hanna. Reverend
Martell Twitchell gave the Invocation.
ROLL CALL: Present:
Absent:
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Commissioners Corica, Hanna, Lucas, Monsef and
Chairman Diament - 5.
None.
MINUTES
The minutes of the Regular Commission Meeting of August 20, 1985,
were approved as submitted on a motion by Councilmember Lucas,
seconded by Commissioner Monsef, and carried by unanimous voice
vote - 5.
RESOLUTIONS (Placed on the agenda by staff unless otherwise indicated)
85 -26 "A resolution approving and authorizing the execution of an
Affordable Housing Agreement between the Community Improvement
Commission and Alameda Marina Village Associates and Alameda
Marina Center Associates."
Mr. Fred Scullin, 1120 Chestnut Street, expressed concern regarding
1) the total number of Affordable Units which will be made available
to households of very low income, 2) renters' maintenance
requirements, and 3) administering of State regulations.
Mr. Don Parker, Alameda Marina Village Associates (AMVA), introduced
Mr. Jim Clark, attorney representing AMVA. Mr.Clark, in response to
Mr. Scullin's concerns, stated that the percentages used for the
number of Affordable Units meet statutory requirements. He further
explained that the budget will be provided and audited by the
Commission. Mr. Clark noted that prospective Qualified Household
applications and enforcement of the restrictions for low- and moderate -
income households will be approved by the Commission.
In response to Commission's inquiry, Mr. Parker stated that AMVA is
presently constructing thirty -six units within the Project. As the
thirty -six units are constructed, three moderate- income units and two
low- income units will be produced. Mr. Parker noted that there will
be a total of 180 units constructed within the Project Area.
Commissioner Corica inquired whether the Military could qualify for
subsidized units. Mr. Parker stated he would have to refer to the
non - discriminatory language in the Agreement. The City Manager
reported that the matter is being addressed in the Feasibility Report.
Mr. Clark, in response to Commissioner Hanna's inquiry, stated that
20% of the tax increments would be expended within the Project
Area.
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Mr. Charles Tillman, 2415 Roosevelt Drive, suggested that the market
prices of the housing be well published, and the Commission establish
a policy as to whom will be eligible for the Affordable Units.
Chairman Diament inquired whether the Commission may specify that
applicants be Alameda residents. Mr. Clark responded that the
Commission will be required to abide by the non - discriminatory clause.
Chairman Diament also inquired if the Commission may establish a
priority list on a first -come first -serve basis. Mr. Clarke stated
that the Agreement did not prohibit such a list.
Mr. Charles Tillman, 2415 Roosevelt Drive, recommended that the
Commission require a deposit from prospective homeowners to
demonstrate genuine intention. Mr. Tillman inquired about the
$37,421.00 in the Housing Set -Aside Fund and the financial reporting
methods.
The City Manager explained that the $37,421.00 represents tax
increments in the Project Area, and are invested with the General
City revenues. He noted that there is a potential for tax increment
bonds being issued, although the Commission would make the final
decision.
Mr. Scullin, 1120 Chestnut, referred to Paragraph 5.03 of Page 11 and
expressed concern that the transferability clauses allowed the
Developer to get out of the Agreement easily.
Commissioner Lucas made a motion to approve and authorize the
Agreement. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hanna and carried
by the following vote: Ayes: Commissioners: Corica, Hanna, Lucas,
Monsef and Chairman Diament 5. Noes: None. Absent: None.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Commission, Chairman
Diament adjourned the meeting at 8:05 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Di =ne Felsch
Secretary
September 17, 1985