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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: 47 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. September 17, 1985 48 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, Xg,1 Di =ne Felsch Secretary September 17, 1985