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HOUSING ADVISORY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF GLENDALE,
MARICOPA COUNTY, ARIZONA HELD
MONDAY, MARCH 28, 1994 AT 5:30 P.M.
Call To Order
The meeting was called to order at 5:35 P.M. by Chairperson Horton.
Present were members Hurley, Helka, and Tomlin. Absent was Pine.
A quorum was present.
Reading of the Minutes
Motion by Hurley, seconded by Tomlin, that reading of the minutes
be dispensed with since each commissioner had received a copy
before the meeting. Motion carried unanimously.
Housing Needs Assessment
Paul Ludwick, Director, Neighborhood Resources, and Mary Ann
Lavine, Director, Glendale Community Council, presented the final
housing needs assessment, "Affordable Housing in the City of
Glendale, Meeting the Needs". The study concluded that there is an
8% shortfall in affordable units for poverty level residents of
Glendale. The commissioners commended both organizations for their
accomplishment in researching and compiling this report, and
offered to help in its implementation. Ms. Lavine said she would
take this offer to the partnership and pass their suggestions on to
Housing Services _Director Hamilton. The commissioners will be
invited to the next Community Council meeting.
Step-Up Status Report
The request for proposals (RFP) has been approved by the Department
of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) ; however, it cannot be
advertised until the Comprehensive Improvements Assistance Program
(CIAP) budget is revised. Revision is contingent on opening of
RFP's for pending CIAO modernization, which is expected to take
place in April, 1994.
CIAP coordinator Ferreira also reported on "Project Green", a
beautification program in the public housing projects.
Modernization Project
The RFP for construction, work in the projects, and addition to the
Administrative office and parking area, funded through CIAP, has
been advertised and bids are scheduled to be opened April 18. This
item was to keep the commissioners informed of the status of the
modernization program and no action was required.
Federal Preference
In response to the request of the commission, information was
submitted regarding federal preferences in providing housing. .The
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regulations provide that families demonstrating the greatest need
f for housing will be accommodated first. An information sheet
explaining preferences and verifications required was attached for
information.
Public Housing Management Assessment Program (PHMAP)
Housing authorities are evaluated annually on their management of
public housing units. Glendale's rating this year was 100%. This
is the second year in a row that Glendale has received a high
performer designation. Chairperson Horton congratulated the staff.
Expenditure Report
This report was submitted for information and review by the
commissioners. Expenses for training are over budget because of
Total Quality Management training. A revision will be done.
Monthly Activity Report
The monthly activity report was presented for commission
information and review.
Recognition Luncheon
A luncheon sponsored by the Mayor and Council in recognition of
time spent on a Board or Commission. Members received pins
✓' designed to represent the partnership between the City Council and
members of various commissions. Commissioners Hurley and Helka
were unable to attend the luncheon so Director Hamilton presented
their pins at this meeting.
Adjournment
On motion by Hurley, seconded by Helka, the meeting adjourned at
6:47 P.M.
Chairperson
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