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7. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS/REPORTS - None 8. STAFF REPORTS A. Rolison Road Community Advisory Committee recommendations r6garding replacement housing for City owned and Agency owned land on Rolison Road. Community Development Director Nelson explained the composition of the advisory committee. She described the process of meetings and input that led to the recommendations. The broadest acceptance for a recommendation includes 36 ownership units that they hope to have Habitat for Humanity build. The second recommendation is 12 units of Habitat for Humanity and 24 units of senior housing. The third recommendation is 12 units of ownership by Habitat for Humanity, 12 units of rental housing for families and 12 units of rental housing for seniors. Community Development Director Nelson explained the financial implications. Bonnie Miller explained the task of the committee and the difficulty involved. Derek Capito, business owner in the neighborhood, indicated the themes that arose in the area were the lack of community and pride, and that Habitat for Humanity would provide the catalyst toward pride and community. Manuel Santa Maria indicated the task was arduous, the possibility now occurs to discuss housing and relations in order to create a more cohesive community within the Friendly Acres area. He urged Council continue to explore options to provide quality affordable housing for all its residents. Tom Jones, H.U.D., showed slides illustrating various housing projects and discussed funding mechanisms. Expressed that density is seen in a positive way and H.U.D. will assist the mandate that good architecture, management and development be brought to the table. Carol Lamont, H.U.D., attended a HHCC Subcommittee meeting and discussed some of the demographics noted in analyzing the 1990 census data to give some background to decisions made in the land banking program in order to understand the fair housing implications of affordable housing policies. 8:15 p. m. - Council Member Hartnett present at dais Hilary Paulson expressing her personal opinion felt concern about the 36 units proposed for Habitat for Humanity. She felt it is an inadequate use of the property and an apartment complex is the proper use. She felt better ground rules should be set for the citizens advisory committee. Ed Bailey, Friendly Acres, asked to be a part of the process. He expressed many do not want high density or 3-story housing. Stated he would like to see all senior housing, but that 36 units by Habitat for Humanity would be most desirable. REGULAR COUNCIL MEET1NG MINUTES BOOK NO. 57 JUNE 28, 1999 MINUTES Page No. 361 PAGE 7