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6.3.C. - Page 12 Attachment 2 10.Code Enforcement Code enforcement efforts related to signage, trash receptacles and compliance with sidewalk cafe permits continues. In addition to helping maintain the attractiveness of downtown, these efforts have proven to be an effective way to communicate with downtown businesses, property owners and residents. Code enforcement efforts have also been intensified in the neighborhoods adjacent to downtown. RDA Housing Fund Achievements 1. Cedar Street The project had a groundbreaking ceremony in spring 2011 and will consist of 14 studio units of supportive housing for extremely low- income individuals. Project is under construction. 2. Bradford Street Project The Agency demolished the two -story 707 Bradford building. In spring 2010, the Agency completed the groundwater testing as required by its environmental oversight agency, the State Department of Toxic and Control Board. Staff will be presenting the site to the Agency Board for next steps. The developer selection process, including the issuance of a Request for Proposals /Qualifications, will proceed once the environmental issues have been resolved. 3. Acquisition of 1306 Main St. This property consists of 23 units - 22 studio units and 1 -one bedroom property manager's unit. The property was acquired by the City using CDBG, HOME, and RDA Housing Funds. The property is being rehabilitated and will be deed restricted as affordable for 55 years. Five of the units will be set -a -side for chronic homeless individuals, who will receive case management and supportive services to help them retain their permanent housing. 2. Other a. Other accomplishments in the area of affordable housing /blight removal included the demolition of buildings and environmental characterization and development of a work plan for cleanup of the Heller Street property. Discussions continue ongoing with both non - profit and for - profit housing developers regarding various sites in and out of the redevelopment area (Day's Inn, Mel's Bowl, 333 Main Street, and various sites downtown). c. Housing rehab — Lead based paint grants.