Residents and stakeholders in Saint Paul's housing development landscape look forward to an impactful Housing and Redevelopment Authority meeting scheduled for November 13, 2024. The agenda, accessible through the city's official website, outlines key topics including the appointment of a new recording secretary for the Housing and Redevelopment Authority and an amendment which could significantly shape the future of rental housing in the city.
The council will deliberate on RES 24-1656, a resolution that aims to establish a new recording secretary of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority. This administrative move seeks to ensure the housing body’s operations flow seamlessly. According to the meeting documents provided by the City of Saint Paul, a significant amendment to the Tax Increment Financing Plan for the Housing Tax Increment Financing District No. 2, linked to the Shepard Davern Rental Housing Project, will be reviewed under RES 24-1659.
Another focal point is the proposal cited as RES 24-1661, involving the acquisition of property at 415 Clarence Street and the arrangement of relocating its contract for deed holder. This move reflects the city's careful intervention in neighborhood stabilization and strategic development. Sara Johnson of the HRA conveyed the inclusion of an appraisal purchase agreement and notice of relocation eligibility in line with Minnesota Statutes 117.50-117.52.
Additionally, the HRA is set to present its financial year 2025 budget, an agenda item indicating both the forecasting and planning prowess of the body, meant to navigate the perennial challenges of funding and fiscal management in urban development.
Residents are encouraged to participate in the governance process by providing their input on public hearing items. Public comments can be forwarded to [email protected] or voiced via voicemail. It's also highlighted that the HRA has embraced a paperless policy in efforts to preserve the environment and reduce expenses. Agendas, supporting documents, and meeting notifications are all available online, with proceedings streamed live for broader accessibility.
