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| | | | The mission of the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee (HACM) is to foster strong, resilient and inclusive communities by providing a continuum of high-quality housing options that support self-sufficiency, good quality of life, and the opportunity to thrive. | | | |
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| | | | Call to Order
Minutes note: Meeting called to order at 1:30 p.m. | | | |
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| | | | Roll Call | | | |
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| | A. | | APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA | | | |
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| | | | CONSENT AGENDA – ITEMS RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL
(All items listed under the Consent Agenda will be enacted by one motion unless a Commissioner requires otherwise, in which event, the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered separately.) | | | |
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R13492
| 0 | 1. | Motion | Approval of the minutes of the regular meeting held on July 10, 2024 | APPROVED | Pass | 4:0 |
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| | B. | | REPORTS AND DISCUSSION ITEMS | | | |
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R13493
| 0 | 1. | Communication | Presentation of the Second Quarter Financial Reports for the period ending June 30, 2024
Minutes note: Rick Koffarnus, HACM’s Finance Director, and Kazoua Xiong, Financial System Analyst, presented the Second Quarter 2024 Financials provided with the agenda. Commissioners discussed the amounts in the operating revenues, expenditures, and budgeted reserves. | | | |
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R13494
| 0 | 2. | Housing Authority Resolution | Resolution approving the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee to take all actions necessary in connection with the rehabilitation and restructuring of Highland Gardens including serving as Guarantor for all loans and tax credit investments related thereto and as Developer for Highland Gardens
Minutes note: Fernando Aniban, HACM’s Assistant Secretary, summarized the documents provided with the agenda including the attached resolutions for the two LLCs, Highland Gardens Development and Highland Park Development. He stated that this resolution gives the Executive Director authority to sign all documents in connection with the refinancing and rehabilitation of Highland Gardens. Mr. Aniban explained that Highland Gardens is a 114-unit property that is a new RAD conversion project which has completed its 15-year tax credit compliance period. Mr. Aniban stated that the refinancing will go toward two new elevators, replacement of carpets with life-proof vinyl flooring, window repairs, and other items that have been deferred for some time. He pointed out that PNC will be the federal investor and Sugar Creek Capital will be the state tax credit investor for this project. WHEDA will be providing construction financing and a permanent loan on the project. The project's total development cost is $25.3 million. Mr. Aniban noted that, pending HUD approval, HACM is expected to close on this loan on September 2nd. Commissioners discussed timelines for the closing date, interest rates for the loan, and the relocation of residents during the rehabilitation of the units. | ADOPTED | Pass | 4:0 |
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R13495
| 0 | 3. | Housing Authority Resolution | Resolution approving the submission of a disposition application by the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee to the Special Applications Center of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for the sale of the vacant lots located at 1237 and 1243 North 13th Street to the Guest House Homeless Shelter for Fair Market Value
Minutes note: Jeanne Dawson, HACM’s Program Specialist, and Stephen Bauer, CEO of Guest House, summarized the documents of the proposed sale of the vacant lots located at 1237 and 1243 North 13th Street provided with the agenda. Ms. Dawson stated that the sale of the lots was also taken before the Resident Advisory Board (RAB) explaining how the land was already being used, and how the Guest House intends to use the two parcels to expand a neighborhood garden for the community. Ms. Dawson explained that after the discussions with the RAB, they supported the submission of the application, however, they requested that a plaque be put in place in memory of those buried in the area. Mr. Bauer explained that the gardens will be maintained by the Guest House and currently grow fruits and vegetables free to the community. He also stated that the Guest House received a grant to upgrade the garden which will allow for more above-ground garden beds. Mr. Bauer thanked the Board for their consideration and stated that they would do their best to be good stewards of the lots. | ADOPTED | Pass | 4:0 |
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R13496
| 0 | 4. | Housing Authority Resolution | Resolution approving the submission to the City of Milwaukee of a change to the zoning of 421 East Locust Street from residential to local business (LB2)
Minutes note: Scott Simon, Travaux’s Vice President of Business Development, spoke on the update provided with the agenda, including recent meetings with Holton Terrace residents and the Resident Advisory Board. Vincent Noth, Executive Director of Kinship Community Food Center, gave a presentation, enclosed with the agenda, on the Kinship organization and the proposed use of the property. Mr. Simon stated the ask today is for approval to apply for the rezoning and, provided the rezoning is approved through the City’s process, the sale of the property would then come back to the Board for approval. Commissioners discussed approval timelines, engagement with the residents and surrounding neighborhood, and the need for a food provider in the area. Acting Chair VandeBerg requested an update as the lot goes through the process of rezoning and approvals. | ADOPTED | Pass | 4:0 |
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| | 5. | | The Board may receive a motion to convene in closed session pursuant to Section 19.85(1) (e) Wis. Stats. to confer with a representative of counsel regarding deliberations or negotiations about the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting other specified public business, whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session. The Board may then reconvene in open session concerning any such item following the Closed Session.
Minutes note: Commissioner Yepez-Klassen made a motion to convene in closed session at 2:38 p.m. Commissioner Daniels seconded the motion. There being no objection, the motion carried.
Acting Chair VandeBerg convened the HACM Board in closed session pursuant to Section 19.85(1) (e) Wis. Stats. to confer with a representative of counsel regarding deliberations or negotiations about the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting other specified public business, whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session. The Board may then reconvene in open session concerning any such item following the Closed Session.
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R13497
| 0 | 6. | Housing Authority Resolution | Resolution authorizing the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee to enter into contract negotiations with CVR Associates, Inc. and Quadel Consulting and Training, Inc. for the management and operation of the Housing Choice Voucher program
Minutes note: Acting Chair VandeBerg, stated that the Board met in Closed Session and received an update on the vendor selection process and was pleased to hear that the organization has narrowed the candidates to CVR Associates, Inc. and Quadel Consulting and Training, Inc. and that negotiations will continue. The Board agreed, when a final selection is made, a recommendation with supporting documentation and an executive summary should be provided to the Commissioners for review. The Board concluded that no action is needed on resolution R13497 to pursue those final negotiations. Therefore, they motioned that the resolution be held over.
Commissioner Yepez-Klassen made a motion to hold over R13497, seconded by Commissioner Luckett, there being no objections, this motion carried.
| HELD IN COMMISSION | Pass | 4:0 |
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R13498
| 0 | 7. | Housing Authority Resolution | Report from the Secretary-Executive Director
Minutes note: Acting Chair VandeBerg stated due to the length of time taken in the Closed Session, the items in the Secretary-Executive Director’s report will be reviewed at the next Board meeting. Mr. Hines noted that the reports have been provided to the Board and that they may contact the office if they have any questions | | | |
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| | | | Adjournment
Minutes note: There being no further business, Commissioner Yepez-Klassen made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 3:49 p.m. Commissioner Luckett seconded the motion. There being no objections, the motion carried. | | | |
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| | | | Upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of persons with disabilities through sign language interpreters or auxiliary aids. For additional information or to request this service, contact the Housing Authority ADA Coordinator, Marquetta Treadway at 286-5100, (FAX) 286-3456, (TDD) 286-3504 or by writing to the Coordinator at 650 West Reservoir, Milwaukee, WI 53212. | | | |
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| | | | Persons engaged in lobbying as defined in s. 305-43-4 of the Milwaukee Code of Ordinances are required to register with the City Clerk's Office License Division. Registered lobbyists appearing before a Common Council committee are required to identify themselves as such. More information is available at http://city.milwaukee.gov/Lobbying. | | | |
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| | | | Be hereby notified that three (3) members of the Crucible, Inc. Board of Directors may be present at the meeting of the HACM Board of Commissioners, as some members serve on both boards. While a quorum of the Crucible, Inc. Board may be present at the HACM meeting, they will not exercise the responsibilities, authority, or duties vested in the Crucible, Inc. Board of Directors. | | | |
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