11-03-2022
HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY REGULAR MEETING
November 03, 2022
7:00 PM
Fridley Civic Center -7071 University Avenue N.E.
AGENDA
Call to Order
Roll Call
Action Items
1.Approval of Expenditures from September and October, 2022
2.Approval of the Minutes from the HRA Meeting of September 1, 2022
3.Approval of 2023 Budget for the Housing and Redevelopment Authority
4.Approval of 2023 Housing Grant Programs
5.Insulation Rebate Pilot Program Extension
6.Approval of 2023 Meeting Dates for the Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Informational Items
7.Update on Housing Programs
Adjournment
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employment in its services, program, or activities because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex,
disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation or status with regard to public assistance. Upon request,
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AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date:November 3, 2022 Meeting Type:Housing & Redevelopment Authority
Submitted By:Paul Bolin, Assistant Executive Director
Title
Approval of Expenditures
Background
Recommendation
Staff recommends the HRA approve the expenditures for the periodAugust 28through October 28,
2022.
Attachments and Other Resources
Check Reports
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date:November 3, 2022 Meeting Type:Housing & Redevelopment Authority
Submitted By:Paul Bolin, Assistant Executive Director
Title
Approval of the Minutes from the HRA Meeting of September 1, 2022
Background
Recommendation
Staff recommends the HRA approve the minutes from the HRA meeting of September 1, 2022.
Attachments and Other Resources
HRA Minutes September 1,2022
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
September 1,2022
7:00 PM
Fridley Civic Campus, 7071 University Avenue N.E.
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Showaltercalled the Housing and Redevelopment Authority meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
PRESENT
Elizabeth Showalter
Gordon Backlund
Kyle Mulrooney
Troy Brueggemeier
Paul Bolin, HRA Assistant Executive Director
Vickie Johnson, Development Consultant
ACTION ITEMS
1. Approval of Expenditures
Motionby Commissioner Backlundto approve the expenditures. Seconded by Commissioner Mulrooney.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIR SHOWALTERDECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
2.ApprovalJuly 7,2022, Meeting Minutes
Motionby Commissioner Brueggemeierto approve the meeting minutesof July 7,2022 as presented.
Seconded by Commissioner Backlund.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIR SHOWALTERDECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
3.Approval of HRA Tax Levy for Taxes Payable in 2023
Mr. Bolinprovided a presentation on the proposed 2023 HRA levy which is equal to .0185 percent of the
estimated market value. He stated that in 2023 the levy would allow the HRA to collect $633,571. He
stated that there is a draft resolution which staff recommends adopting tonight and noted that this will
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go forward to the City Council for consideration on September 26and certified to the County by
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September 30.
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Housing and Redevelopment Authority 9/01/2022 Minutes Page 2
Motion by Commissioner Backlund to approve Resolution No. 2022-05 Adopting a 2022 Tax Levy
Collectible in 2023. Seconded by Commissioner Mulrooney.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIR SHOWALTER DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
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4. Adopt HRA Resolution No. 2022-06 Approving Funding for Installation of Trees at 61 and
University Avenue Parklet
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Mr. Bolin provided background information on the site located at 61 and University Avenue which was
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acquired by the City through tax forfeiture. He displayed the preferred concept for the 61 Avenue parklet
and reviewed the details of the different elements within the concept. He provided details on the
proposed tree installation which could occur during fall of 2022 and spring of 2023. He stated that staff
recommends approval of the draft resolution.
The Commissioners asked for clarification on the stockpiled dirt the City would use, whether the City
would retain ownership, and the height and diameter of the trees. Mr. Bolin provided details on the soil
that would be used and confirmed the City would retain ownership. He clarified that the trees would be
12 to 15 feet at the time of installation and estimated a diameter of at least eight inches.
Motion by Commissioner Backlund to adopt Resolution No. 2022-06 Approving Funding for Installation
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of Trees at 61 and University Avenue Parklet. Seconded by Commissioner Mulrooney.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIR SHOWALTER DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
5. Update on Housing Programs
Mr. Bolin provided a summary of the HRA loan program during August and year to date. He also reviewed
the August and year to date data for the HRA grant programs.
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION by Commissioner Mulrooney to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Commissioner
Brueggemeier.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SHOWALTER DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED
AND THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 7:19 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Amanda Staple
Recording Secretary
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AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date:November 3, 2022 Meeting Type:Housing & Redevelopment Authority
Submitted By:Paul Bolin, Assistant Executive Director
Joe Starks, Director of Finance/City Treasurer
Title
Proposed 2023 Budget
Background
Staffwill present the Proposed 2023Budget for the Authority to reviewand approve. The proposed
budgetincludes the General Fund, Housing Loan Program Fund and the various TIF Funds. The General
Fund covers the bulk of the administrative and overhead costs of the Authority. It is also used to provide
internal loans for development projects. The Housing Loan Program Fund covers the housing related
programs and services (e.g., CEE programs).The budgets for TIF Funds are largely driven from the cash
Recommendation
Staff recommend the approval of the 2023 HRA Budget
Attachments and Other Resources
Proposed 2023 HRA Budget Presentation
Proposed 2023 HRA Budget
Proposed 2023 HRA General Fund Budget
HRA Cash Flow Report
Vision Statement
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AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date:November 3, 2022 Meeting Type:Housing & Redevelopment Authority
Submitted By:Paul Bolin, Assistant Executive Director
Nancy Abts, Associate Planner
Title
Approval of 2023Housing Grant Programs
Background
The Housing and Redevelopment Authority offered homeowners twogrant programs in 2022a
revampedwith the opportunity for property owners
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providing payment for exterior painting supplies for income-qualified homeowners. As of Monday,
October 24,2022,98applicationsfor the three programshave been received and 89grant projects have
been successfully awardedfor the year.
The 89confirmedgrants represent approximately $132,000 of awarded funding, alongside a total
investment of well over $638,000 in property investmentsfrom both property owners and HRA grants.
Going forward, staff recommends keeping the Paint Rebate program as-is, with income limits updated
based on 2022 Area Median Income (AMI) figures.
To streamline administration andencourage thorough applications, staff recommends prioritizing Front
Door grantapplications by allocating a . Points will be givento those
who complete Remodeling Advisor and Home Energy Squad visits,and those who submit contractor
bids or price lists along with their applications. In the past these items have been optional at the time of
application.Staff have noticed better follow-through from applicants who submit more thorough
applications, and would like to recognize the additional effort with a better chance of receiving approval.
(Approximately 40% of the Front Door Grant applications received in 2022 did not result in awarded
grants.)Applicants who have not previously received a Front Door Grant will continue to receive priority
To facilitate timely project completion and assist with competitive bidding of work, staff also suggests
keepingthe application deadline in late March, with an additional application window in May if funds
remain.
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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Recommendation
Staff recommends the HRA approve the Housing Grant Programs for 2023. T
budget allocates funds to Housing Grants in the coming year.
Attachments and Other Resources
!Front Door Grant Application Prioritization
!Grant Programs Map
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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Front Door Grant: Application Prioritization Rubric
!Intent: and preparation for timely project completion
o!Pricing Information
!+2 points: Application includes 1 bid* or (for DIY projects) a materials
sourcing & price list
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!+4 points: Application includes multiple bids* or (for DIY projects) a materials
sourcing & price list, and a detailed implementation timeline including start &
end dates of project components
!*Bids must be dated within a year
!Maximum: +4 points
o!Consultation
!+ 2 points: Applicant has completed a consultation and received written
recommendations as the result of a Remodeling Advisor visit (since January 1,
2021).
!Written recommendations following a site visit from a licensed
Architect or Landscape Architect or local agency staff will also be
considered on a case-by-case basis.
!+1 point: Applicant has completed a Home Energy Squad Visit and received
written recommendations (since January 1, 2021)
!Maximum: +3 points
!Awards
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o!Applicants who have previously received a Front Door Grant will be eligible for
funding, but be considered after all non-recipient applications are reviewed.
o!Applicants who are not selected for funding during an initial round of applications
will be placed on a waiting list.
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date:November 3, 2022 Meeting Type:Housing & Redevelopment Authority
Submitted By:Paul Bolin, Assistant Executive Director
Nancy Abts, Associate Planner
Title
Insulation Rebate Pilot ProgramExtension
Background
Since 2014, the HRA has partnered with the Center for the Energy and Environment (CEE) to provide
Fridley residents reduced costHome Energy Squad (HES) visits to increase the energy efficiency of their
homes. In 2018, the City Council adopted an Energy Action Plan that established a goal of reducing
-wide energy consumption 20% by2030as compared to the 2017 baseline.
Continuing to inc
thisgoal.
Often, oneof the most cost-effective waysto ienergy efficiency is by increasing the
amount of insulation. This is particularly true for older homes that were built before the current Building
Code requirements.Insulation helps conserve energy by retaining heat in the winter and deflecting solar
energy in the summer. This results in additional benefits including lower energy bills, decreasedstrain on
equipment, reduced draftiness, increased home comfort,decreasedoutside noise, and reduced noise.
Insulation is evaluated as part of a HES visit and improving insulation is one of the most frequently made
recommendations. Residents that complete this work using aCenterPoint-approved contractor are
eligible for rebatesof 30% of the project cost up to $300-$600depending on the type of insulation.
Staff is proposing to extend theInsulation Rebate Pilot Programfirst offered in 2022, where theHRA
matches. This
would bring the total rebate amountto 60%of the project costup to $800-1,100 when combined with
the CenterPoint rebate. The rebates would be issued on a first come basis following proof of receipt of a
CenterPoint invoice with a total program cap of $15,000. Staff is proposing to require that residents have
received a HES visit in the past three years to qualify, which provides an added benefit of incentivizing
participation in the HES program. The City expects to again promote this program through targeted
mailers.
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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So far in 2022, the HRA has awarded 14 Insulation Rebates for a total of $7,000. This represents a more-
than-doubling of the 6 Home Energy Squad-recommended insulation projects completed in Fridley in
2020.
Recommendation
Staff recommends extending this pilot grant program through 2023. The program is targeted towards
homes needing additional insulation. The program will be capped at $15,000 for the year.
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date:November 3, 2022 Meeting Type:Housing & Redevelopment Authority
Submitted By:Paul Bolin, Assistant Executive Director
Title
Approval of HRA Meeting Dates for 2023
Background
The HRA typically meets the first Thursday of each month. For 2023, those dates are listed below:
January 5, 2023
February 2, 2023
March 2, 2023
April 6, 2023
May 4, 2023
June 1, 2023
July 6, 2023
August 3, 2023
September 7, 2023
October 5, 2023
November 2, 2023
December 7, 2023
Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of the proposed meeting dates.
Attachments and Other Resources
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date:November 3,2021 Meeting Type:HRA RegularMeeting
Submitted By:Paul Bolin, Asst. Executive Director
Title
Update on Housing Programs
Background
On a monthly basis, staff will provide updates from CEE on the past
loan programs, remodeling advisor visits and Home Energy Squad Visits.
Attachments and Other Resources
Chart of Loans Issued & Remodeling Advisor Visits
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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