RES 2004-10 - 00002202RESOLUTION NO. 2004 -10
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN APPLICATION FOR THE 2004 COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM.
WHEREAS, the City of Fridley, Minnesota (the "City ") has identified its housing and
community development needs; and
WHEREAS, the City believes that those needs can be met by the Community Development
Block Grant (the "CDBG Program ") that is administered by Anoka County, Minnesota; and
WHEREAS, the City has identified a potential project for CDBG funding.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Fridley,
Minnesota, as follows:
1. The City Council approves of the project described in Exhibit A attached to this resolution.
2. The City Council authorizes City staff to prepare an application to Anoka County for said
CDBG funds.
3. The City Council authorizes the Mayor and City Manager to execute all documents necessary
to secure said CDBG funds.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY THIS 9th
DAY OF FEBRUARY 2004.
SCOTT J. L - MAYOR
ATTEST:
DEBRA A. SKOGE - CITY CLERK
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CITY OF FRIDLEY
2004 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
Project Summary
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The City is seeking CDBG funds to pay for a series of workshops to help educate elected
officials, commissioners and the general public on issues related to affordable and life cycle
housing in Fridley. The workshops will be coordinated by a trained facilitator and include
outside experts in the areas of housing, legal and related fields. Staff anticipates that the
workshops would be held over a 6 to 9 month period, beginning in late summer of 2004.
Although the format has not been finalized, staff envisions that the program will be structured
as follows:
Workshop #1
This workshop will provide an overview of the topics to be covered and general background on
housing issues, including the definitions of life cycle and affordable housing. Other questions to
be addressed:
What is considered "affordable" housing and what standards are used?
Who is in need of affordable housing?
What is "life- cycle" housing?
How much of Fridley's housing stock is affordable and how does the City compare to
other communities?
What has happened in the Fridley housing market in the last few years, especially in
terms average sales price and rental rates?
What are the socio- economic and /or demographics of people moving into Fridley?
What is happening to the City's existing population?
Workshop #2
This workshop will focus on the legal issues affecting the City, such as its obligations under the
Metropolitan Livable Communities Act; the federal Fair Housing Act, and other relevant laws
and regulations. Other issues to be addressed:
How are these obligations related to other issues, such as transportation or
redevelopment funding?
What other external constraints impact land use decisions at the local level?
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Workshop #3
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This workshop will highlight the goals outlined in the housing chapter of the comprehensive
plan. Are these goals consistent with current and future housing needs? What role should the
general public play in assessing housing needs and formulating goals? This workshop will also
provide an opportunity to public participation. The end product could possibly include a list of
recommendations for Council consideration (e.g. potential amendments to the housing chapter).
Workshop #4
This final workshop will include a discussion of the City's role in addressing affordable and life -
cycle housing. Should the City take an active role or should it only react to proposals as they are
made? How strong of a position should be taken in supporting these issues? Are there any
action steps that could be taken by the City?
Proposed Budget
SnirrcPs
2004 CDBG Funds
City of Fridley
Total
Uses
Outside Facilitator
Housing Experts
Postage & Supplies
Contingency
$15,000
$15,000
30 000
$12,000
$10,000
$5,000
$3,000
Total 30 000