Administrative Services Committee Meeting

Administrative Services Committee Commission Chamber- 4/28/2014- 12:55 PM Meeting ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 1. Discuss the EEO Director and General Counsel matter. Attachments (Requested by Commissioner Marion Williams) 2. Receive report from HR Director regarding ARC open/vacant Attachments positions. (Requested by Commissioner Mary Davis) 3. Discuss as information amending the 2010 - 2014 Action Plans Attachments to reprogram $93,403.04 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. 4. Consider changing the ordinance dealing with the compensation Attachments for the Airport Director. (Requested by Commissioner Donnie Smith) 5. Approve Laney Walker/Bethlehem Revitalization Project – Attachments Bridge Loan Request of $2,500,000.00 to continue existing/future development projects until the next bond issuance in middle to late 2015. 6. Motion to approve the minutes of Administrative Services Attachments Committee held on March 24, 2014. 7. Discuss the authority/power of the Augusta-Richmond Attachments County Personnel Board. (Requested by Mayor Pro Tem Corey Johnson) 8. Motion to approve the resolution supporting the Augusta Attachments Housing Authority and Walton Communities, LLC’s application for low income housing tax credits to be named 15th Street Redevelopment – Phase 1. www.augustaga.gov  Administrative Services Committee Meeting 4/28/2014 12:55 PM EEO Director/General Counsel Department: Caption: Discuss the EEO Director and General Counsel matter. (Requested by Commissioner Marion Williams) Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 1  Administrative Services Committee Meeting 4/28/2014 12:55 PM Open/vacant positions Department: Caption: Receive report from HR Director regarding ARC open/vacant positions. (Requested by Commissioner Mary Davis) Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 2  Administrative Services Committee Meeting 4/28/2014 12:55 PM Amending the 2010 - 2014 Action Plans to Reprogram Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds Department: Housing and Community Development Department (AHCDD) Caption: Discuss as information amending the 2010 - 2014 Action Plans to reprogram $93,403.04 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. Background: The primary purpose of this submittal is to provide information to you (Commission) to review and discuss the reprogramming of Program Income $93,403.04 in CDBG funds. This change will trigger amending the Action Plans for the years the funds were allocated. In an effort to stay in compliance with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD's) regulatory requirements, any amendments to the Consolidated Plan constituting a “substantial change” must be presented to the public for a 30-day comment period. A “substantial change” is defined as a change that affects the purpose, scope, location, beneficiaries, and administrator of an activity or the transfer of $50,000 or more from any activity identified in the Consolidated Plan. Further, please find attached a copy of our Public Notice which includes our project listing which entails our anticipated estimates and actual allocations. It was anticipated that the City would receive $150,000 each year in program income for years 2010-2014. However, the actual collections exceeded this anticipated amount thus the reason we are before you today. Analysis: Realizing this Program Income enables the Housing and Community Development Department to The additional funds will allow the department to fund and proceed with more projects. Financial Impact: Additional funding available for more projects. Alternatives: Not Any. Recommendation: Accept the Housing and Community Department's (HCD) Cover Memo information presented AS INFORMATION and at the end of the Item # 3  public comment period, HCD will come back before you asking you (the Commission) to approve the anticipated estimates/actual allocations. Additionally, any comments received will be presented to Commission for consideration and approval as well. Funds are Available in the Following No Funds Required. Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 3  Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 NOTICE TO PUBLIC CITY OF AUGUSTA AUGUSTA HOUSING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM On Monday, April 28, 2014, the Commission will discuss amending the City’s 2010 through 2014 Action Plans because of the need to reprogram certain CDBG funds. The primary purpose of the discussion is the reprogramming of Program Income $93,403.04 in CDBG funds. This change will trigger amending the Action Plans for the years the funds were allocated. In compliance with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development regulatory requirements, any amendments to the Consolidated Plan constituting a “substantial change” must be presented to the public for a 30-day comment period. A “substantial change” is defined as a change that affects the purpose, scope, location, beneficiaries, and administrator of an activity or the transfer of $50,000 or more from any activity identified in the Consolidated Plan. Below is a listing of projects to be discussed by the Commission: It was anticipated that the City would receive $150,000 each year in program income for years 2010-2014. However, the actual collections exceeded this anticipated amount as listed below: Page 1 of# 33 Item  Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 Fiscal Year 2010-2014 - Program Income Anticipated estimates and Actual allocations. Anticipated Excess Program Program Program Actual Program Income to be Year Income Income Allocated Program Income Allocated to Program Year Activity Amount 2010 $ 150,000.00 $ 158,953.13 $ 8,953.13 2011 $ 150,000.00 $ 155,106.58 $ 5,106.58 2012 $ 150,000.00 $ 208,652.49 $ 58,652.49 2013 $ 150,000.00 $ 486,761.47 $ 336,761.47 2014 $ 150,000.00 $ 233,929.37* $ 83,929.37 2012 Fair Housing $ 35,000.00 Clearance & Demolition (Twiggs 2013 Circle) $ 242,850.00 Holley Commons - Street 2013 Improvements $ 36,367.00 Clearance & Demolition 2013 (Scattered Sites) $ 140,000.00 CDBG Housing Rehabilitation 2014 Program $ 39,186.04 Totals: $ 493,403.04 $ 493,403.04 * 2014 Program Income received through March 26, 2014. Notice to Public We are proposing to change the current Citizen Participation Plan definition of a substantial change amendment as follows: Current definition: In compliance with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development regulatory requirements, any amendments to the Consolidated Plan constituting a “substantial change” must be presented to the public for a 30-day comment period. A “substantial change” is defined as a change that affects the purpose, scope, location, beneficiaries, and administrator of an activity or the transfer of $50,000 or more from any activity identified in the Consolidated Plan. Proposed definition: In compliance with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development regulatory requirements, any amendments to the Consolidated Plan constituting a “substantial change” must be presented to the public for a 30-day comment period. A “substantial change” is defined as a change that affects the purpose, scope, location, beneficiaries, and administrator of an activity or the transfer of 30% or more from any activity identified in the Consolidated Plan. Page 2 of# 33 Item  Attachment number 1 \nPage 3 Persons desiring to comment on the changes should submit their written comments no later than 5:00 p.m., May 2, 2014 to Karan Carter or Vicki C. Johnson, in care of: Chester A. Wheeler, III, Director Augusta Housing and Community Development Department 925 Laney-Walker Blvd., 2nd Floor, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 821-1797 – TDD (706) 821-1797 Public Comment Period: April 3, 2014 to May 2, 2014 Any comments received will be presented to the Commission on Tuesday, May 6, 2014. At that time, Commission will consider approving the changes being proposed. AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY COMMISSION By: David S. Copenhaver Corey Johnson William Lockett Mayor Mayor Pro Tempore Admin. Svcs. Chairman & Members of the Augusta-Richmond County Commission Publish: AC- 04/04/2014; MC 04/03/2014 Page 3 of# 33 Item  Administrative Services Committee Meeting 4/28/2014 12:55 PM Compensation for Airport Director Department: Clerk of Commission Caption: Consider changing the ordinance dealing with the compensation for the Airport Director. (Requested by Commissioner Donnie Smith) Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 4  Administrative Services Committee Meeting 4/28/2014 12:55 PM Laney Walker/Bethlehem (LW/B) Revitalization Project – Bridge Loan Request Department: Housing and Community Development Department (AHCDD) Caption: Approve Laney Walker/Bethlehem Revitalization Project – Bridge Loan Request of $2,500,000.00 to continue existing/future development projects until the next bond issuance in middle to late 2015. Background: On October 1, 2013 the Commission voted to assemble a review team and report back in 60 days regarding Bridge Loan. Continue the redevelopment of the Laney Walker and Bethlehem Historic Districts respectively, additional capital is needed to keep existing momentum and to assist with an array of project development related expenses(see attached: ORIGINAL Budget and UPDATED Budget) critical to continuing the redevelopment work and our commitments (to partners) in several developmental nodes to include most notably: l Pine Street/11 th Street/12th Street ¡ New Construction and Restoration of Single Family Homes on Pine Street and Eleventh (11th) Street, ¡ Homeowner Rental Rehabilitation Projects on Eleventh (11th) Street, th ¡ Market Rate Rental Projects on Twelfth (12 ) Street. l Twiggs Circle ¡ Phase[CAW1] 2 – Acquisition/Demolition/Construction/Restoration/Other of the 1400 block of Twiggs Street; n These Phase 2 actions will compliment Phase 1, a partnership with the Augusta Housing Authority, in which we are newly constructing sixteen (16) duplexes and eight (8) single family housing units in Phase I. Phase 1 has already begun. Cover Memo Item # 5  l Holley Street Commons ¡ New Construction of Single Family Homes, ¡ Sound Wall Barrier – design (of) and construction (of). Note: See Budgets for Detailed Listing of All Projects To date, our success is the result of a strategy that has been very carefully implemented, that has yielded noticeable neighborhood improvements which have been appreciated by citizens of each respective neighborhood, and acknowledged by redevelopment and planning professionals both regionally and nationally. Therefore to continue to build upon this success without pause, we (Housing and Community Development Department) need your understanding, commitment and most importantly your support. The details of the Laney Walker /Bethlehem development for the period of July 2013 through October 2015 is attached. The details of the Twiggs Circle project is provided under separate cover. Analysis: If supported by the Augusta City Commission, the Housing and Community Development Department will be able to continue the transformation of Augusta’s Urban Core (Laney Walker & Bethlehem Historic Districts) into a model city for the 21st century. Financial Impact: If approved by the City Commission, the Laney Walker/Bethlehem Revitalization Project will be financially supported by $2,500,000.00 from a source to be determined by the interim Administrator and Finance Director One hundred percent of the borrowed funding ($2,500,000.00) will be paid at the time of the 2015 bond issuance closing. Alternatives: None Recommended. Recommendation: Accept this Bridge Loan Request (and terms) as presented and as substantiated via the Community Planning Assistance Team's Final Report (attached) completed on February 19, 2014. Funds are Available in the Not Applicable -- Due to the nature of this request. Cover Memo Following Item # 5 Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 5 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 Item # 5  Attachment number 1 \nPage 2       o o o o  o o  Item # 5  Attachment number 1 \nPage 3 o o o Item # 5  Attachment number 1 \nPage 4      Item # 5 Attachment number 1 \nPage 5 Item # 5 Attachment number 1 \nPage 6 Item # 5 Attachment number 1 \nPage 7 Item # 5 Attachment number 1 \nPage 8 Item # 5  Attachment number 2 \nPage 1 Development Synopsis July 25, 2013 Item # 5  LWB FUNDS NEEDED THROUGH BOND FINANCING JULY 2013 - OCTOBER 2015 AREA/SERVICE BASIS UNITS BOND OTHER NOTES PROJECT MANAGEMENT $1,050,000 27 MONTHS - THROUGH OCTOBER 2015 MARKETING $280,000 27 MONTH - THROUGH OCTOBER 2015 HOLLEY STREET COMMONS $240,000 BUILD CUL-DE-SAC HOLLEY STREET COMMONS $180,000 $180,000 SOUND WALL - DESIGN/BUILD HOME FUNDED UNITS (3) 3 $450,000 THE BOULEVARD $50,000 PLANNING FOR STREETSCAPE "CALMING" HERITAGE PINE - PHASE I $85,500 2 $171,000 1221 AND 1246 PINE HERITAGE PINE - PHASE II $85,500 2 $171,000 1244/1246 & 1248 ELEVENTH $100,000 $100,000 SPRUCE STREET INFRASTRUCTURE HOME-FUNDED UNITS (4) 4 $620,000 1200 BLOCK OF ELEVENTH STREET; PARK HYDE PARK UNITS (4) 4 $380,000 (2) AT ELEVENTH & (2) AT HOLLEY RENTAL REHAB $200,000 MARKET RATE RENTAL [5] $100,000 POTENTIALLY 12TH STREET; 0%, DEF. 7 YRS TWIGGS CIRCLE - Phase I $300,000 $5,250,000 SOIL and DEMO, (2) PARKS; AHA'S PHASE I TWIGGS CIRCLE - Phase IIA $85,500 12 $1,026,000 $1,539,000 1400 BLOCK OF TWIGGS; PHASE IIB $550,000 2 $550,000 INFRASTRUCTURE, CIVIL/NPDES, 2 REHABS RESTORATIONS $15,000 7 $105,000 STABILIZE ARCHITECT/ENGINEER $1,086,500 5% $54,325 DESIGN / INFRASTRUCTURE HISTORICAL TRAIL $50,000 PLANNING DEMOLITIONS $250,000 50 UNITS ACQUISTION/PROPERTY MAINTENANCE $800,000 New Bond Units 25 Bond Cost $5,157,325 $8,759,000 Total Units 36 $13,916,325 Total Development Cost $5,157,325 BOND COST CREDITS COST ASSUMPTIONS PER HOUSE -$1,125,000 SALES PROCEEDS 25% TO GC/PURCHASER $ 45,000 -$680,000 HOUSING AUTHORITY REIMBURSEMENT BUYER'S GAP $ 35,000 -$85,000 ENGINEERING (FOR TWIGGS ST. LOTS) INTEREST $ 5,500 -$220,000 CDBG HOLLEY COMMONS INFRASTRUCTURE $ 85,500 -$325,000 BALANCE AVAILABLE 2010 BOND ISSUE $2,722,325 CONTINGENCY (10%) $272,233 TOTAL GAP $2,994,558 22% OF TOTAL DEVELOPMENT COST NOTE: THE 'OTHER' COLUMN INCLUDES PROJECTS FUNDED BY CDBG, 'HOME', PAY-AS-YOU-GO, HOUSING AUTHORITY AND HYDE PARK BUDGETS Item # 5 REVISED: 07-11-2013  LWB FUNDS NEEDED THROUGH BOND FINANCING BEYOND 2015 - FOCUSED AREA/SERVICE BASIS UNITS TOTAL BOND LEVERAGED NOTES PROJECT MANAGEMENT $560,000 $560,000 20 MONTHS HERITAGE PINE PINE STREET $90,500 5 $1,202,500 $452,500 $750,000 NEW CONSTRUCTION 1 $105,000 RESTORATION/STABILIZATION OF 1246 $20,000 INFRASTRUCTURE ELEVENTH STREET $90,500 5 $1,202,500 $452,500 $750,000 NEW CONSTRUCTION $90,500 1 $240,500 $90,500 $150,000 RESTORATION TWELFTH STREET 11 $1,100,000 $550,000 $550,000 11 MARKET RATE RENTAL UNITS TWIGGS CIRCLE - Phase I SENIOR HOUSING $5,250,000 $5,250,000 A.H.A. 40 UNITS TWIGGS CIRCLE - Phase II TWIGGS STREET $90,500 4 $962,000 $362,000 $600,000 NEW CONSTRUCTION TWIGGS STREET $90,500 1 $240,500 $90,500 $150,000 RESTORATION/STABILIZATION OF 1420 TWIGGS $180,000 INFRASTRUCTURE AND DESIGN RESTORATIONS $15,000 5 $75,000 $75,000 STABILIZATION OF INVENTORY HISTORICAL TRAIL - Phase I $100,000 $100,000 ARCHITECT/ENGINEER $2,478,000 5% $123,900 $123,900 DEMOLITIONS (20) $213,100 $213,100 ACQUISITION $215,000 $215,000 PROPERTY MAINTENANCE $160,000 $160,000 New Bond Units For Sale 15 $11,645,000 $3,750,000 $8,200,000 TOTAL Units 28 $3,750,000 BOND COST CREDITS COST ASSUMPTIONS PER HOUSE -$750,000 SALES PROCEEDS * 25% TO GC/PURCHASER * $ 50,000 -$500,000 LAND SELLS (@ TWIGGS, FOUNDRY, ETC.) BUYER'S GAP $ 35,000 -$2,500,000 BRIDGE LOAN INTEREST $ 5,500 $ 90,500 TOTAL GAP $0 * SALES PROCEEDS RECAPTURED DURING SALE AT RATE OF $50,000 PER UNIT FROM GC/PURCHASER GAP NOTE: CONSTRUCTION FUNDS LEVERAGED AT 4:1 USING BANK LOANS. INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS NOT INCLUDED; REQUIRES LONGER PAY BACK Item # 5 REVISED: 03-10-2014 Attachment number 5 \nPage 1 Item # 5 Attachment number 6 \nPage 1 Item # 5  Administrative Services Committee Meeting 4/28/2014 12:55 PM Minutes Department: Clerk of Commission Caption: Motion to approve the minutes of Administrative Services Committee held on March 24, 2014. Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 3 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 4 Item # 6 Attachment number 1 \nPage 5 Item # 6  Administrative Services Committee Meeting 4/28/2014 12:55 PM Personnel Board Department: Caption: Discuss the authority/power of the Augusta-Richmond County Personnel Board. (Requested by Mayor Pro Tem Corey Johnson) Background: Analysis: Financial Impact: Alternatives: Recommendation: Funds are Available in the Following Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Cover Memo Item # 7  Administrative Services Committee Meeting 4/28/2014 12:55 PM Resolution of Support Approval (15th Street Redevelopment – Phase 1) Department: Housing and Community Development Department (AHCDD) Caption: Motion to approve the resolution supporting the Augusta Housing Authority and Walton Communities, LLC’s application for low income housing tax credits to be named 15th Street Redevelopment – Phase 1. Background: 15th Street Redevelopment Phase 1 will be developed, built and managed through the joint efforts of Walton Communities and the Augusta Housing Authority. This development will consist of 106 one-, two- and three-bedroom units displaying exceptional interior appointments with the highest quality elevations. The community will be developed and constructed with low-income tax credits allocated by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs. As such, the units serve moderate-income families earning 60% or less of the area median income. These income restrictions allow for maximum household incomes approximately ranging from $23,880 for a family of one to $39,540 for a family of six. In order to reach these potential residents, marketing efforts will reach out to work-force employment centers such as the call centers in the area, retail and service industries, local government employees, teachers and seniors. 15th Street Redevelopment Phase 1 will offer a laundry facility, a community room set aside for resident use and a covered porch as well as a playground. Programs will also be available for adults which traditionally have included programs such as Moms & Tots and the Single Parent Night Out. Additional community amenities will include a pavilion with picnic tables and grills for residential use. Floorplans at 15th Street Redevelopment Phase 1 will include spacious one, two and three-bedroom homes with a host of elegant interior features such as crown molding, 9-ft. ceilings, Whirlpool appliances with self- cleaning ovens, separate laundry rooms with pantry shelving and convenient raised vanities in the baths. Each home will be pre- wired for home office technology with high-speed internet and fax capabilities. Some plans will also feature built-in computer stations and garden tubs. Note #1: This is the old Sun Set/Cherry Tree Crossing Site. Cover Memo Analysis: 15th Street Redevelopment is a 30-acre mixed-use and master Item # 8  planned community developed and built by Walton Communities, LLC in association with the Augusta Housing Authority. The community consists of multiple phases: • Family Phases I & II – 181 apartment units (Affordable) o 15th Street Redevelopment Phase 1 will include 106 units • Senior Phases I & II – ± 125 age- restricted (55+) apartments (Affordable) The mission of the developer in the creation of 15th Street Redevelopment is to utilize the support of civic organizations, governmental authorities and residential neighbors in providing neighborhoods that matter in a mixed income and mixed tenure housing environment with first-class amenities in an aesthetically superior combination of land planning, architectural elements and landscaping. Financial Impact: There is no financial commitment on the part of Augusta- Richmond County. However, it will assist Walton Communities, LLC and the Augusta Housing Authority if the City of Augusta (thru the Commission) chooses to back their proposed project. This will boost their application in hopes of receiving funding from other sources. Alternatives: Not Any. However, not backing the project could result in the possible denial of the applicant’s applications Recommendation: Given the success of Walton Oaks previous phases, we (Housing and Community Development Department) recommend that the City of Augusta (thru the Commission) back this project and approve the attached resolution. Funds are Available in the Following Not Any. Accounts: REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY: Finance. Law. Administrator. Clerk of Commission Cover Memo Item # 8  Attachment number 1 \nPage 1 & 15th Street Redevelopment Phase 1 Of the Cherry Tree Crossing Redevelopment A Main Street Neighborhood Augusta, Georgia Description of Proposed Project Submitted by WALTON COMMUNITIES, LLC 2181 Newmarket Parkway Marietta, GA 30067 Item # 8  Attachment number 1 \nPage 2 & 15th Street Redevelopment Phase 1 A Main Street Neighborhood Augusta, Georgia Description of Proposed Project Overview 15th Street Redevelopment is a 30-acre mixed-use and master planned community developed and built by Walton Communities, LLC in association with the Augusta Housing Authority. The community consists of multiple phases:  Family Phases I & II – 181 apartment units (Affordable) o 15th Street Redevelopment Phase 1 will include 106 units  Senior Phases I & II – ± 125 age-restricted (55+) apartments (Affordable) The attached site plan indicates all four phases – the Senior Phases and the Family Phases. The mission of the developer in the creation of 15th Street Redevelopment is to utilize the support of civic organizations, governmental authorities and residential neighbors in providing neighborhoods that matter in a mixed income and mixed tenure housing environment with first-class amenities in an aesthetically superior combination of land planning, architectural elements and landscaping. Item # 8  Attachment number 1 \nPage 3 & 15th Street Redevelopment Phase 1 A Main Street Neighborhood Augusta, Georgia15th Street Redevelopment Phase 1 Description of Proposed Project General Description 15th Street Redevelopment Phase 1 will be developed, built and managed through the joint efforts of Walton Communities and the Augusta Housing Authority. This development will consist of 106 one-, two- and three-bedroom units displaying exceptional interior appointments with the highest quality elevations. The community will be developed and constructed with low-income tax credits allocated by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs. As such, the units serve moderate-income families earning 60% or less of the area median income. These income restrictions allow for maximum household incomes approximately ranging from $23,880 for a family of one to $39,540 for a family of six. In order to reach these potential residents, marketing efforts will reach out to work-force employment centers such as the call centers in the area, retail and service industries, local government employees, teachers and seniors. 15th Street Redevelopment Phase 1 will offer a laundry facility, a community room set aside for resident use and a covered porch as well as a playground. Programs will also be available for adults which traditionally have included programs such as Moms & Tots and the Single Parent Night Out. Additional community amenities will include a pavilion with picnic tables and grills for residential use. Floorplans at 15th Street Redevelopment Phase 1 will include spacious one, two and three-bedroom homes with a host of elegant interior features such as crown molding, 9- ft. ceilings, Whirlpool appliances with self-cleaning ovens, separate laundry rooms with pantry shelving and convenient raised vanities in the baths. Each home will be pre- wired for home office technology with high-speed internet and fax capabilities. Some plans will also feature built-in computer stations and garden tubs. Item # 8  Attachment number 1 \nPage 4 & 15th Street Redevelopment Phase 1 A Main Street Neighborhood Augusta, Georgia Description of Proposed Project Programs and Services Walton Communities, Inc. serves the residents of all its communities with a number of special programs and social services. Our Resident Service Programs help create an enriching environment for the families and individuals who choose Walton Communities as the place to call home. These opportunities include:  Kids’ Club program for children from kindergarten through 5th grade  Moms & Tots program for mothers and small children  Single Parents program offering trips, seminars, fun and fellowship  Family Life Library and computer-equipped Media/Business Center  Advanced Cardio Fitness Center  State-of-the-art playground park  Book-of-the-Month Club offering free books to residents  Camp scholarships  Individual & family counseling. Walton Communities pays for four visits per family.  Cultural Enrichment Program offers local cultural opportunities to residents on a monthly basis. Walton Communities reimburses residents 90% of the cost of these activities. Recent venues have included Fernbank Science Center, Atlanta Botanical Gardens, the Center for Puppetry Arts and Zoo Atlanta.  Partners in Education. Walton Communities partners with many of the schools that serve our apartment communities. Item # 8  Attachment number 1 \nPage 5 & 15th Street Redevelopment Phase 1 A Main Street Neighborhood Augusta, Georgia Description of Proposed Project Architectural and Landscaping Architectural Design The project will be designed in an architectural style consistent with historic downtown Augusta, utilizing features which are present in neighboring properties. These include the use of brick and hardi exteriors, standing seam metal roof accents, and attractive decks and patios with enlarged columns. Construction materials will include hardi siding in a neutral palette, accented with brick and masonry. Tilt-out insulated aluminum windows will provide an attractive exterior appearance as well as excellent energy efficiency. All ground floor units will be handicap accessible and as such will be fitted with all appropriate handicap features as required by local and federal building codes. Several apartment units will be handicap adaptable and some will have features specifically designed for those with audio &/or visual impairments. Landscaping and Site Design Walton Communities places great emphasis on landscaping to provide lush streetscapes, mature trees and shrubs, colorful seasonal annual and perennial beds and impressive community entrances. 15th Street Redevelopment will continue this tradition by insuring that all planted areas contain landscape materials of high-quality and above-average size. All trees will be a minimum caliper size of 2” in diameter and shrubs shall have a minimum height of 24”. Ground covers shall be a minimum size of 1 gallon and placed a minimum of 18” on center. Areas of central focal point will include the amazingly preserved large caliper oaks on the site, sodded lawns, seasonal planting beds and attractive fencing. High-end entry signage will be comparable to other Walton communities. Item # 8  Attachment number 1 \nPage 6 & 15th Street Redevelopment Phase 1 A Main Street Neighborhood Augusta, Georgia Description of Proposed Project Target Market The residents are offered the peace of mind that comes with living in a gated community, along with first-class amenities including fitness center, a state-of-the-art playground, and picnic areas conveniently positioned throughout the neighborhood. 15th Street Redevelopment will serve a workforce market and as such, these residents will derive a great value from the kid’s clubs programs. These activities are specially planned with different age groups in mind and will include educational and enrichment programs, field trips and mentoring opportunities. The community will also serve the adult residents by sponsoring programs such as Moms & Tots and the Single Parents Night Out. Family outings to local cultural activities will be encouraged through the reimbursement of 90% of the costs. Additionally, other field trips and social functions are sponsored throughout the year. Many of these residents will use these functions as their primary opportunity for social interaction. Item # 8  Attachment number 1 \nPage 7 & 15th Street Redevelopment Phase 1 A Main Street Neighborhood Augusta, Georgia Description of Proposed Project Unit Mix Unit Mix for Family Apartments (15th Street Redevelopment Phase 1) Unit Mix # Phase 1 Units Unit Size 1-BR/1-BA ± 20 ± 750 sq. ft. 2-BR/2-BA ± 40 ± 1050 sq. ft. 3-BR/2-BA ± 20 ± 1250 sq. ft. Item # 8  Attachment number 1 \nPage 8 & 15th Street Redevelopment Phase 1 A Main Street Neighborhood Augusta, Georgia Description of Proposed Project DCA Required Amenities Standard Site Amenities 1. Community Room 2. Covered Porch Located in a central area 3. On-site laundry with a minimum of 3 washers and 3 dryers 4. Washer / Dryer Hookups in each unit 5. Equipped Playground 6. Covered Pavilion with Picnic / Bar B Que Facilities Unit Amenities 1. HVAC Systems 2. Energy Star Refrigerators 3. Built in Energy Star Dishwasher 4. Stoves 5. Powder-based stovetop fire suppression canisters installed above the range cook top, or electronically controlled solid cover plates over stove top burners Item # 8  Attachment number 1 \nPage 9 & 15th Street Redevelopment Phase 1 A Main Street Neighborhood Augusta, Georgia Description of Proposed Project Additional Amenities Additional Amenities Descriptions  Furnished library  Equipped Computer Center  Fully-equipped kitchens featuring Whirlpool electric range, dishwasher, refrigerator with icemaker, and disposal  Traditional oak cabinetry with generous counter space  Breakfast bar  Double bowl stainless steel kitchen sink with spray  Spacious walk-in closets with double rods for maximum efficiency  Roomy master bath with linen closet and dressing table  Ceiling fans  Six-panel doors and 9’ ceilings  Cable outlets in living room and all bedrooms  Energy-efficient double-pane windows  Computer desk with pre-wiring for home office technology and high-speed internet and fax capabilities Item # 8  Attachment number 2 \nPage 1 15th STREET DEVELOPMENT A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING AUGUSTA HOUSING AUTHORITY AND WALTON COMMUNITIES, LLC’S APPLICATION FOR LOW INCOME HOUSING TAX CREDITS FOR 15th STREET DEVELOPMENT, PHASE 1, LOCATED AT 1694 HUNTER STREET, AUGUSTA, GA. WHEREAS, the Georgia State Department of Community Affairs serves a vital role in its efforts in assisting with the development of housing in the State of Georgia by: • Improving the living environment for residents of Georgia; • Revitalizing areas and contributing to the improvement of neighborhoods; and • Building sustainable communities; and WHEREAS, the Department of Community Affairs has established certain regulations whereby low-income housing tax credit applications, to be competitive, should receive a Resolution of Support by the governing authority or the pertinent municipality or county; and WHEREAS, the Augusta Housing Authority and Walton Communities, LLC are preparing to develop phase 1 of 15th Street Development consisting of affordable apartment communities at 1694 Hunter Street, Augusta, GA; and WHEREAS, the project will consist of multiple phases; including one phase of +/- 80 units for families of all ages; and WHEREAS, the project is part of Augusta-Richmond County’s holistic “place based” strategic initiative for rebuilding this portion of Augusta, including the former Cherry Tree Crossing neighborhood, being a severely stressed neighborhood; and WHEREAS, the project will be required to include areas within the project set aside as greenspace; and WHEREAS, the project is part of Augusta-Richmond County’s Community-Driven Housing Strategy; and WHEREAS, the project is designated as the highest affordable housing priority redevelopment in Augusta-Richmond County in the year 2014; and WHEREAS, the Board and Commissioners understands and supports this projects efforts in the development of phase 1 of 15th Street Development. OW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: That the Board and Commissioners of Augusta Richmond County, Georgia, that this Resolution of Support is hereby adopted on behalf of Augusta Housing Authority and Walton Communities, LLC for property located at 1694 Hunter Street in Augusta Richmond County, effective the date set forth below. Item # 8  Attachment number 2 \nPage 2 15th Street Development (Phase 1) Resolution of Support April 2, 2014 Page 2 ATTEST: AUGUSTA, GEORGIA By: __________________________________________ David S. Copenhaver Mayor _________________________________ Lena J. Bonner Clerk of Commission CERTIFICATION I, Lena J. Bonner, Clerk of Commission, hereby certify that the above is a true and correct copy of a Resolution as adopted by said AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY COMMISSION in the meeting held on May 15, 2012. S E A L _____________________________________ Lena J. Bonner Clerk of Commission Item # 8