RES 2005-06 - 00013334RESOLUTION NO. 2005 -06
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN APPLICATION FOR THE 2005 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 3RD
DAY OF JANUARY 2005.
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SCOTT J. LUND - MAYOR
ATTEST:
DEBRA A. SKOGEN - CITY CLERK
Resolution No. 2005 -06
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EXHIBIT A
CITY OF FRIDLEY
2005 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
Acquisition and Clearance of Blighted Properties
The City of Fridley is requesting 2005 CDBG funds for the purpose of acquiring and clearing
blighted property as part of the Gateway West redevelopment project. The proposed activity is
consistent with the national objectives for the CDBG program as described in CFR 570.483 (c)
(1). The Gateway West redevelopment project is located near the northeast corner of University
Avenue and 57th Avenue NE. The project area includes a number of substandard and blighted
buildings. The City is planning to redevelop the area for new single- family home growth in the
area. Additional details on the project can be found in the City's 2005 CDBG application.
SOURCES
2005 CDBG Funds $167,600
USES
Acquisition & Closing Costs $119,200
Demolition & Professional Services $6,500
Relocation & Environmental Fees $41,900
$167,600