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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006 Lansing Housing Commission MinutesLHC Board Mtg Minutes 01/11/06 MINUTES OF THE January 11, 2006, COMMISSION MEETING LANSING HOUSING COMMISSION PRESENT: President Reed Vice-president Curran Commissioner Ortega Commissioner Coney STAFF: Director Stuchell Rick Koffarnus Dona Davenport Steve Doerr Sarah Segerlind President Reed called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. All Commissioners present with the exception of Commissioner Shepard who informed us of his absence. Approval of Minutes of December 14, 2005 Board Meeting was presented to the Board for approval. Commissioner Coney moved to approve the minutes, it being seconded by Commissioner Curran. Moved: Commissioner Coney Seconded: Commissioner Curran Ayes: Curran, Coney, Ortega, Reed Absent: Shepard Approval of Minutes of Executive Session of December 14, 2005 Board Meeting was presented to the Board for approval. Commissioner Curran moved to approve the minutes, it being seconded by Commissioner Coney. Moved: Commissioner Curran Seconded: Commissioner Coney Ayes: Curran, Coney, Ortega, Reed Absent: Shepard December liabilities report was presented to the Board for approval. Discussion was held on gas bills, Christmas parties. Commissioner Curran moved to approve the liabilities, it being seconded by Commissioner Ortega. Moved: Commissioner Curran Seconded: Commissioner Ortega Ayes: Ortega, Reed, Curran, Coney Absent: Shepard Resolution #979 — Reaffirmation of funds towards the Development of Oliver Gardens. Commissioner Curran moved to authorize the resolution, it being seconded by Commissioner Ortega. Moved: Commissioner Curran Seconded: Commissioner Ortega Ayes: Curran, Ortega, Coney, Reed Absent: Shepard LHC Board Mtg Minutes 01/11/06 Resolution #980 — Write off of inactive tenant balances. Commissioner Curran moved to authorize the resolution, it being seconded by Commissioner Coney. Moved: Commissioner Curran Seconded: Commissioner Coney Ayes: Curran, Ortega, Coney, Reed Absent: Shepard Items of information — Capital Fund items — repainting of halls at S. Washington Park, bid opening today. Undergoing REAC physical inspections at this time, all seems to be going well. Our Shelter Plus Care Program was awarded funds to keep going. We have tickets for the Holiday Luncheon, January 16, 2006. Director Stuchell introduced Matt Brinkley, MSU Intern who is working with us on Oliver Gardens and Resident Councils. Authorization was requested for Sarah Segerlind to attend SHRM conference in Washington. Commissioner Curran moved the authorization, it being seconded by Commissioner Coney. Moved: Curran Seconded: Coney Ayes: Curran, Ortega, Coney, Reed Absent: Shepard Director's monthly report was presented to the Board. Financial Manager, Rick Koffarnus touched on the budget report with the Board. Commissioner Coney reported to the Board on her meeting with the residents at S. Washington Park, their concerns and some resolutions for their concerns. Suggested that we start moving the Board meetings around. Commissioner Curran informed the Board she cannot attend the February meeting. Commissioner Coney moved to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 9:39 a.m. LNC Board Mtg Minutes 01/11/06 /V James R bard President N Chris St�icfi-ell-,Executive Director and Secretary LHC Board Mtg Minutes 02/08/06 MINUTES OF THE February 8, 2006, COMMISSION MEETING LANSING HOUSING COMMISSION PRESENT: President Reed Vice-president Curran Commissioner Ortega Commissioner Coney STAFF: Director Stuchell Rick Koffarnus Dona Davenport Steve Doerr Sarah Segerlind Matt Brinkley GUEST: Krista Nordberg, Legal Services President Reed called the meeting to order at 9:04 a.m. All Commissioners present with the exception of Commissioner Shepard who informed us of his absence. Approval of Minutes of January 11, 2005 Board Meeting was presented to the Board for approval. Commissioner Curran moved to approve the minutes, it being seconded b:�; Commissioner Ortega. v� Moved: Commissioner Curran c3 Seconded: Commissioner Ortega Ayes: Curran, Coney, Ortega, Reed Absent: Shepard C-) n w January liabilities report was presented to the Board for approval. Discussion was hewon� FSS Escrow, Human Resource materials, palm sander and Oliver Gardens. Commissioner Curran moved to approve the liabilities, it being seconded by Commissioner Coney. Moved: Commissioner Curran Seconded: Commissioner Coney Ayes: Ortega, Reed, Curran, Coney Absent: Shepard Resolution #981— Update of Tenant charges. Discussion was held that should someone report a furnace off or an electrical outage, that on-call would return the phone call and ask them to check the switches and circuit breaker before going to the unit, to avoid the costs. Commissioner Coney moved to approve the resolution, it being seconded by Commissioner Curran. Moved: Commissioner Coney Seconded: Commissioner Curran Ayes: Curran, Ortega, Coney, Reed Absent: Shepard Resolution #982 — Authorization to increase personal vehicle use mileage to coincide with the IRS was presented to the Board for approval. Commissioner Ortega moved to approve the resolution, it being seconded by Commissioner Coney. Moved: Commissioner Ortega Seconded: Commissioner Coney Ayes: Curran, Ortega, Coney, Reed Absent: Shepard M C� i -n M 0 LHC Board Mtg Minutes 02/08/06 Items of information — Presented to the Board were: Annual Plan Environmental Review New Lease PHAS Scoring Packet Capital Fund items — halls at S. Washington Park, job started and everything looks good. Shelter Plus Care funding communication from HUD. Director's monthly report was presented to the Board. Financial Manager, Rick Koffarnus touched on the budget report with the Board. Commissioner Curran presented a concern from Lucietta Miles a resident at S. Washington Park. Commissioner Coney reported to the Board on her meeting with the residents at S. Washington Park, their concerns and some resolutions for their concerns. Discussed resolutions to some of resident's concerns. Commissioner Coney asked if Section 8 residents receive utility allowances. She was informed that they do. Public Comment : Krista Nordberg touched on a Domestic Violence grant we are preparing to partner together to submit a grant proposal to MSHDA. She also discussed the Domestic Violence issue and the new law enacted. Commissioner Coney thanked the Director for the Housing Commission's contribution towards the Athlete's for Kids outing. Commissioner Coney moved to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 10:20 a.m. LHC Board Mtg Minutes 02/08/06 James Reed, Chris Stuchell,-Kx—ecutive Director and Secretary / Date .�/ li�)i LHC Board Mtg Minutes 04/12/06 MINUTES OF THE April 12, 2006, COMMISSION MEETING LANSING HOUSING COMMISSION PRESENT: Vice-president Curran Commissioner Coney Commissioner Shepard Commissioner Ortega STAFF: Director Stuchell Rick Koffarnus Dona Davenport Matt Brinkley Sarah Segerlind GUEST: Krista Nordberg, Legal Services Vice-president Curran called the meeting to order at 9:06 a.m. All Commissioners present at roll call with the exception of President Reed, who informed us earlier of his absence. Approval of Minutes of March 08, 2006 Board Meeting was presented to the Board for approval. Commissioner Shepard moved to approve the minutes, it being seconded by. Commissioner Coney. Moved: Commissioner Shepard Seconded: Commissioner Coney Ayes: Curran, Coney, Shepard, Ortega Absent: Reed Approval of Executive Minutes of March 08, 2006 Board Meeting was presented to the Board for approval. Commissioner Coney moved to approve the minutes, it being seconded by Commissioner Ortega. Moved: Commissioner Coney Seconded: Commissioner Ortega Ayes: Curran, Coney, Shepard, Ortega Absent: Reed RECEIVED 2006 ;,TA Y 22 Pill 3 rima�jtt� CITY Ci Approval of Minutes of March 28, 2006 Special Board Meeting was presented to the Board for approval. Commissioner Shepard moved to approve the minutes, it being seconded by Commissioner Ortega. Moved: Commissioner Shepard Seconded: Commissioner Ortega Ayes: Curran, Coney, Shepard, Ortega Absent: Reed 2 LHC Board Mtg Minutes 04/12/06 Approval of Executive Minutes of March 28, 2006 Special Board Meeting was presented to the Board for approval. Commissioner Shepard moved to approve the minutes, it being seconded by Commissioner Coney. Moved: Commissioner Shepard Seconded: Commissioner Ortega Ayes: Curran, Coney, Shepard, Ortega Absent: Reed March liabilities report was presented to the Board for approval. Discussion was held on uncollected rents, Sparrow Foundation, Athletes for Kids, computer sales, Black Child and Family Institute. Commissioner Ortega moved to approve the liabilities, it being seconded by Commissioner Shepard. Moved: Commissioner Ortega Seconded: Commissioner Shepard Ayes: Ortega, Coney, Curran, Shepard Absent: Reed Resolution #983 — Approval of Submission of Annual Plan was presented to the Board for Approval. Commissioner Shepard moved to approve the submission, it being seconded by Commissioner Coney. Moved: Commissioner Shepard Seconded: Commissioner Coney Ayes: Coney, Shepard, Ortega, Curran Absent: Reed Resolution #984 — Approval of Submission of 2006-2010 Environmental Review was presented to the Board for Approval. Commissioner Ortega moved to approve the submission, it being seconded by Commissioner Coney. Moved: Commissioner Ortega Seconded: Commissioner Coney Ayes: Coney, Shepard, Ortega, Curran Absent: Reed Resolution #985 — Approval of new Dwelling Lease Agreement was presented to the Board for Approval. Commissioner Ortega moved to approve the new Dwelling Lease Agreement, it being seconded by Commissioner Shepard. Moved: Commissioner Ortega Seconded: Commissioner Shepard Ayes: Coney, Shepard, Ortega, Curran Absent: Reed LHC Board Mt.- Minutes 04/12/06 Resolution #986 — Approval of Write off of inactive tenant balances was presented to the Board for Approval. Commissioner Shepard moved to approve the Resolution, it being seconded by Commissioner Ortega. Moved: Commissioner Shepard Seconded: Commissioner Ortega Ayes: Coney, Shepard, Ortega, Curran Absent: Reed Items of information — Presented to the Board were: Capital Fund items — halls at S. Washington Park, work is moving on steadily. Entered into agreement with Architect for windows and air conditioning. Finished the replacement of furnaces and water heaters at the 58-151s. Authorization was requested for Rick Koffarnus, Financial Manager to attend an Asset Based Training in New Jersey. Commissioner Shepard moved to authorize the travel, it being seconded by Commissioner Ortega. Moved: Commissioner Shepard Seconded: Commissioner Ortega Ayes: Curran, Coney, Shepard, Ortega Absent: Reed Director's monthly report was presented to the Board. The Director noted that lease up percentage is up to 99% across the Commission. Placed 34 new people in housing this past month. Financial Manager, Rick Koffarnus touched on the budget report with the Board. Report of President Committee reports -Policy committee met to discuss the domestic violence issue. There are still several issues that need to be worked out. The Commission expects direction from HUD in the near future that will contain regulatory changes Commission's must make in regards to this issue. Commissioner Coney informed the Board that the potluck at S. Washington went very well. Manager, Brett Stallworth attended as well as Phyllis Scott, apartment cleaner. Sparrow Foundation is thinking of turning Athletes for Kids completely over to the MAC. Krista Nordberg from Legal Services regarding domestic violence policy. Discussion was held on the content. Will continue to work on this issue. Vice-president Curran adjourned the meeting at 10:04 a.m. The meeting adjourned at 9:54 A.M. 4 LHC Board Mtg Minutes 04/12/06 MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING LANSING HOUSING COMMISSION BOARD MEETING April 20, 2006 PRESENT: President Reed Vice-president Curran Commissioner Coney Commissioner Shepard STAFF: Director Stuchell Rick Koffarnus Sarah Segerlind Dona Davenport Vice-president Curran called the meeting to order at 6:08 p.m. Roll Call — Commissioners Curran, Shepard, and Coney present at roll call with President Reed arriving at 6:18 p.m. Commissioner Curran moved to go into Executive Session at 6:10 p.m. to discuss the acquisition of property. Regular session reconvened at 7:12 p.m. Commissioner Reed made a motion authorizing Director Stuchell to take what has been conceptionally agreed to and authorize agreement to be made. Also authorize payment for half of survey costs. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Coney. Moved: Commissioner Reed Seconded: Commissioner Coney Ayes: Shepard, Coney, Reed, Curran Absent: Ortega There being no further business, Commissioner Curran moved to adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m. James Reed, B Chris Stuc ell,ecutive Director and Secretary Dat LHC Board Mtg Minutes 05/10/06 MINUTES OF THE May 10, 2006, COMMISSION MEETING LANSING HOUSING COMMISSION PRESENT: All Commissioners Present STAFF: Director Stuchell Dona Davenport Sarah Segerlind Rick Koffarnus Matt Brinkley GUEST: H. James Starr, Diane Noga, Daniel Brusseau, Jim Mosh, Annie Goldman Krista Nordberg, Legal Services President Reed called the meeting to order at 9:08 a.m. All Commissioners present. Approval of Minutes of April 10, 2006 Board Meeting was presented to the Board for approval. Commissioner Curran moved to approve the minutes, it being seconded by Commissioner Ortega. Moved: Commissioner Curran Seconded: Commissioner Ortega Ayes: Unanimous Approval of Minutes of Special Meeting of April 20, 2006 Board Meeting was presented to the Board for approval. Commissioner Coney moved to approve the minutes, it being seconded by Commissioner Ortega. Moved: Commissioner Coney Seconded: Commissioner Ortega Ayes: Unanimous Approval of Executive Minutes of April 20, 2006 Special Board Meeting was presented to the Board for approval. Commissioner Shepard moved to approve the minutes, it being seconded by Commissioner Ortega. Moved: Commissioner Shepard Seconded: Commissioner Ortega Ayes: Unanimous April liabilities report was presented to the Board for approval. Discussion was held on purchased Art, Board of Water and Light and a nuisance fee resulting from a high speed police chase that resulted in damage to one of our houses. Commissioner Curran moved to approve the liabilities, it being seconded by Commissioner Ortega. Moved: Commissioner Curran Seconded: Commissioner Ortega Ayes: Unanimous 2 LHC Board Mtg Minutes 05/10/06 Items of information — Presented to the Board were: Capital Fund items — halls at S. Washington Park, work is moving on steadily. Received only one bid for the S. Washington Window Replacement Contract. In discussion as to whether to rebid or open and accept bid received. Have not scheduled groundbreaking for Oliver Gardens, we will coordinate that. They have found termites in one of our houses, had to replace bearing wall. Director's monthly report was presented to the Board. The Director noted that the numbers continue to be good for both Public Housing and Section 8. Financial Manager, Rick Koffarnus touched on the budget report with the Board. Will present budget revision, and new budget next month. Report of President -none Committee reports -none H. James Starr, Attorney for Diane Noga addressed the Board with concerns regarding her Section 8 assistance. Annie Goldman expressed her concerns for the hearing procedures. Krista Nordberg addressed the Board regarding the domestic violence policy. Also, expressed concern regarding smoke detector evictions. Jim Mosh noted he has been helping Daniel Brusseau for 2 years, knows both Daniel and Diane to be good people. Commissioner's Curran, Ortega and Coney requested more information concerning both Daniel Brusseau and Diane Noga. Commisioner Ortega moved to adjourn The meeting adjourned at 10:02 A.M. 9 LHC Board Mtg Minutes 05/10/06 James Chris St`Yci,Executive Director and Secretary Date LHC Board Mtg Minutes 65/14/06 MINUTES OF THE June 14, 2006, COMMISSION MEETING ix, LANSING HOUSING COMMISSION AC_- PRESENT: President James Reed 6, Vice-president Patricia Curran None Commissioner Ortega 4 Q Commissioner Coney n STAFF: Director Stuchell Rick Koffarnus rn- La 110 �A Dona Davenport Steve Doerr Sarah Segerlind GUEST: Dan Stouffer, Krisa Nordberg, Legal Services, Matthew Olovson, MSU College of Law President Reed called the meeting to order at 9:02 a.m. All Commissioners present with the exception of Commissioner Shepard who had informed us he would not be in attendance. Approval of Minutes of May 10, 2006 Board Meeting was presented to the Board for approval. Commissioner Curran moved to approve the minutes, it being seconded by Commissioner Ortega. Moved: Commissioner Curran Seconded: Commissioner Ortega Ayes: Coney, Ortega, Curran, Reed Nay: None Absent: Shepard May liabilities report was presented to the Board for approval. Discussion was held on Natinal City Bank, Protegina, floor sandings, Sparrow occupational invoice, criminal history checks, lawn fertilizations and our collection's attorney. Commissioner Curran moved to approve the liabilities, it being seconded by Commissioner Coney. Moved: Commissioner Curran Seconded: Commissioner Coney Ayes: Curran, Coney, Ortega, Reed Nays: None Absent: Shepard Resolution #987 - Consent - Oliver Gardens- Resolution requested by the City of Lansing for the acceptance and use of funds towards the Oliver Gardens Development. The Resolution was moved by Commissioner Coney, it being seconded by Commissioner Curran. Moved: Commissioner Coney Seconded: Commissioner Curran Ayes: Curran, Coney, Ortega, Reed Nays: None Absent: Shepard 0) LHC Board Mtg Minutes 65/14/06 Resolution #988 — Write off of inactive tenant balances was presented to the Board for approval. The Resolution was moved by Commissioner Coney, it being seconded by Commissioner Ortega. Moved: Commissioner Coney Seconded: Commissioner Ortega Ayes: Curran, Coney, Ortega, Reed Nays: None Absent: Shepard Resolution #989 — Write off of disposed assets was presented to the Board for approval. The Resolution was moved by Commissioner Curran, it being seconded by Commissioner Ortega. Moved: Commissioner Curran Seconded: Commissioner Ortega Ayes: Curran, Coney, Ortega, Reed Nays: None Absent: Shepard Resolution #990 — The 2005/06 Public Housing Budget Revision was presented to the Board for approval. The Resolution was moved by Commissioner Curran, it being seconded by Commissioner Coney. Moved: Commissioner Curran Seconded: Commissioner Coney Ayes: Curran, Coney, Ortega, Reed Nays: None Absent: Shepard Resolution #991— The 2006/07 Public Housing Budget was presented to the Board for approval. The Resolution was moved by Commissioner Curran, it being seconded by Commissioner Ortega. Moved: Commissioner Curran Seconded: Commissioner Ortega Ayes: Curran, Coney, Ortega, Reed Nays: None Absent: Shepard Items of information — Presented to the Board were: The Director presented the 2006 Capital Fund Award letter to the board. Our funding was decreased approximately 65,000.00. Capital Fund items — Beginning work on the S. Washington Window Replacement Contract. Will take the air conditioners from Oliver Tower. In addition, they have renovated the hallways, the laundry room, they have a new entry system. We have also replaced all furnaces and water heaters for the 58-15's — scattered sites. LHC Board Mtg Minutes 65/14/06 Director's monthly report was presented to the Board. The Director noted that the numbers continue to be good for both Public Housing and Section 8. Financial Manager, Rick Koffarnus touched on the budget report with the Board. Indicated that we are about 11/12 through and that is where we should be. Report of President -none Committee reports- Commissioner Curran announced that she had received LHC's draft of a Domestic Violence Policy. The Policy Committee met with staff. Commissioner Ortega stated that after meeting with staff, she had a better understanding of the rules and regulations that needed to be addressed in the policy. Director Stuchell announced that the Computer Learning Centers will be having picnics - June 16th — Mt. Vernon, June 23`d — LaRoy Froh, June 30th — Hildebrandt. These will be from 2-4 pm and you are invited to drop by. School for the Blind Update — the Governor signed the Bill — that the property would be sold to the Charter School on the condition that a large parcel be sold to the Lansing Housing Commission Non-profit Development Corporation. We have contacted the State to make arrangements for staff during the transition period of utility separation. We have mailed out Request for Proposals for Architect's Qualifications. Director Stuchell presented a request from Commissioner Coney to travel to the Summer conference in Denver Colorado. Authorization was requested for the out of state travel. Commissioner Curran approved the request, it being seconded by Commissioner Ortega. Moved: Commissioner Curran Seconded: Commissioner Ortega Ayes: Curran, Coney, Reed, Ortega Nays: None Absent: Shepard Krista Nordberg and Matt Olovson presented an analysis report to the Board. President Reed asked that the Director review the report and provide comment back to the Board. Dan Stouffer — introduced himself to the Board as a parent — of Charter School student. Suggested as we proceed with the School for the Blind property that we form an advisory group — consisting of individuals from the school, Old Town and the neighborhood associations close to the property. Commissioner Ortega moved to adjourn The meeting adjourned at 10:17 A.M. LHC Board Mtg Minutes 65/14/06 Hilda Patrica Curran -Vice President 08/09/2006 Chris Stuc xecutive Director and Secretary Date LHC Board Mtg Minutes 07/07/06 MINUTES OF THE July 07, 2006, COMMISSION MEETING LANSING HOUSING COMMISSION PRESENT: All Commissioners Present STAFF: Director Stuchell Dona Davenport Rick Koffarnus Sarah Segerlind President Reed called the meeting to order at 9. 3:30 p.m. �-- A d All Commissioners present. Resolution #992 was presented to the Board for approval. This Resolution authorizes �e M m LHC -nonprofit Development Corporation to enter into an agreement with the Mid - Cn Michigan Leadership Academy to purchase property. Commissioner Curran moved -to approve the Resolution, it being seconded by Commissioner Ortega. C-) X. p Moved: Commissioner Curran ca Seconded: Commissioner Ortega Ayes: Unanimous There being no other business, Commission Coney moved to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 3:37 P.M. d Amihd- ffffrdt3-"K-Lr- iesidoft/ Hilda Patricia Curran - Vice President 08/09 Chris Stuchell, Executive Director and Secretary 2 Date LHC Board Mtg Minutes 12/13/06 MINUTES OF THE December 13, 2006, COMMISSION MEETING LANSING HOUSING COMMISSION PRESENT: Vice-president Patricia Curran Commissioner Shepard Commissioner Ortega STAFF: Director Stuchell Dona Davenport Sarah Segerlind Robin Stewart Steve Doerr Chris Heintzelman Rhonda Pagel Brett Stallworth Dave Abood Melanie May Bill Downy Chuck McIntosh Guests: Krista Nordberg, Lori Pourzan, Beth Pusatiu,(LSSCM) Gabrielle Frampton (MI P & A) Penny Adrian, Allen Buckner, Thomas Carmoney, Charles Brown (Northwest Initiative) Vice -President Curran called the meeting to order at 5:15 p.m. All Commissioners present with the exception of Commissioner Coney who had informed us she would not be attending. Approval of Minutes of November 8, 2006 Board Meeting was presented to the Board for approval. Commissioner Shepard moved to approve the minutes, it being seconded by Commissioner Ortega. Moved: Commissioner Shepard Seconded: Commissioner Ortega Ayes: Ortega, Shepard, Curran Absent: Coney November liabilities report was presented to the Board for approval. Discussion was held on floor sanding costs, asset tags, CLC employee Pat Patrick. Commissioner Ortega moved to approve the liabilities, it being seconded by Commissioner Shepard. Moved: Commissioner Ortega Seconded: Commissioner Shepard Ayes: Ortega, Shepard, Curran Absent: Coney Resolution #1001— Resolution in recognition of Dr. James Reed - service as Board Commissioner. Commission Ortega moved to approve the Resolution, it being seconded by Commissioner Shepard. Moved: Commissioner Ortega Seconded: Commissioner Shepard Ayes: Ortega, Shepard, Curran Absent: Coney LHC Board Mtg Minutes 12/13/06 Resolution #1002 — Approval of Personnel Policy and Work Rules was presented to the Board for approval. Two changes were made to policy — employee notice when leaving the Commission and cell phone use. Commissioner Ortega moved to approve the Resolution, it being seconded by Commissioner Shepard. Moved: Commissioner Ortega Seconded: Commissioner Shepard Ayes: Ortega, Shepard, Curran Absent: Coney Resolution #1003 — Write off of inactive tenant balances was presented to the Board for approval. The Resolution was moved by Commissioner Shepard, it being seconded by Commissioner Ortega. Moved: Commissioner Shepard Seconded: Commissioner Ortega Ayes: Shepard, Ortega, Curran Absent: Coney Items of information — Capital Fund work at S. Washington is really moving quite well, can really start to see the difference in the building. Reminder of Holiday Celebration. Discussion was held on the Real Estate Development Training given by CEDAM. Need Board to sign the approval for attendance as it is a five 3 -day sessions throughout 2007. Commissioner Ortega made a motion authorizing Vice-president Curran to sign the REDT Training application, it being seconded by Commissioner Shepard. Moved: Commissioner Ortega Seconded: Commissiioner Shepard Ayes: Curran, Ortega, Shepard Absent: Coney Oliver Gardens 70% completed. Will be tax credit property with Section 8 Project Based subsidy. We are expecting completion in April. Will have ribbon cutting in April. Held another meeting regarding the SFTB property, individuals attended from the neighborhoods, the city, our Board. Architects presented initial concepts and discussed. Senior apartments 2nd and 3'd floor and some in the basement. Commissioner Curran suggested we discuss with appropriate individuals a Cool Cities Grant for Comstock Park. Director presented the monthly report for November. Committee reports — Director Stuchell spoke to the Board concerning the Personnel Committee — that we need another person to sit on that committee. He suggested that Commissioner Curran take Dr. Reed's place on the Committee until we have a full board. She accepted. Public Comment: Gabriel Frampton — MI Protection and Advocacy — presented the Board a response to correspondence she had received from Director Stuchell. Expressed her continued interest in establishing an open dialogue — regarding eviction investigations — and alternative dispute resolution. LHC Board Mtg Minutes 12/13/06 Krista Nordberg spoke to her leaving Lansing's Legal Aid office and introduced her replacement. Penny Adrian from the North Initiative presented concerns regarding ex -offender's and housing assistance. Chris Heintzelmann, Unit Chapter Chair expressed that the union was also concerned about the Personnel Committee but appreciates that there is now a Personnel Committee and that grievances will be heard. There being no further business, Commissioner Ortega moved to adjourn the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 6:03 p.m. Hilda Patricia Curran, Vice -President 1/ /e/o Chris Stuc e , xecutive Director and Secretary D�