Community Development Advisory Committee

CDAC MINUTES March 27, 2013 3:30 P.M. Basement – 23 Union St. Members Present: Les King, Democles Angelopoulos, Robert McKeon, Edward Derr , Lynn Norris & Brian Eckenrode Others Present: Gary Evans and Susan Goldman The CDAC meeting was called to order at 3:40 p.m... Motion was made by Robert McKeon, seconded by Democles Angelopoulos to approve the minutes of the March 19, 2013 meeting. Motion carried unanimously. Minutes of March 21, 2013 meeting need to be corrected to reflect the following: addition of Property Rehab list of past projects, information on property rehab targeted outreach activities and mandated rehab match for lead grant. Request for additional funds for PY 37 DPW Greeneville Sidewalk Project Patrick McLaughlin appeared on behalf of Norwich Public Works to request an increase of $6,954.00 to the Greeneville Sidewalk PY 37 allocation. The increase is needed to complete the bid alternate for work on 5th – 6th street. Motion to allocate an increase of $6,954 to Norwich Public Works PY 37 Greeneville Sidewalk project from the unallocated fund balance was made by Democles Angelopoulos and seconded by Lynn Norris. Motion carried unanimously. Deliberations CD Office – Administration: CDAC Recommendation $135,756 The Committee recommended funding CD Administration at 20% of the CDBG Program Year 2013 grant as allowable by HUD. OIC New London – Project Employment: CDAC Recommendation $0 The Committee chose not to fund this program. The services provided in New London are available to Norwich residents. Norwich Adult Education – ESOL Madonna Place: CDAC Recommendation $6,000 The Committee recommended partial funding and suggested that the frequency of the classes per week or the number of hours per class be reduced. Big Brothers – One to One Mentors: CDAC Recommendation $4,000 The Committee recommended funding this program at the requested amount. This small allocation leverages many volunteer hours. Norwich Youth & Family Services – Juvenile Justice Alliance Case Manager: CDAC Recommendation $20,200 The Committee recommended continued funding of this program at the requested amount. The proactive and preventative nature of the program diverts youth from entering the Juvenile Justice system. . Norwich Human Services – Norwich Works: CDAC Recommendation $26,000 The Committee recommended partial funding of the request. Funds are to only be used for staff salary and job training line items. Norwich Community Care Team – Rehousing & Shelter Diversion Program: CDAC Recommendation $30,000 The Committee recommended funding this program at the requested amount. The Committee was pleased that the funding this year will go towards working on a permanent solution towards homelessness as opposed to temporary shelter. Safe Futures – Domestic Violence Response Team: CDAC Recommendation $5,000 The Committee recommended funding this program at the requested amount. They agreed that this small allocation provided a very important service to the City of Norwich. They provide the only domestic violence advocate services in the courthouse and also have recently opened up an office at Backus Hospital. Norwich Public Schools – BRIDGES Extended Learning Program: CDAC Recommendation $0 The Committee chose not to fund this program. It was agreed it should be funded through the Board of Education due to the limited amount of Program Year 2013 CDBG funding. Our Piece of the Pie – Pathways to Success: CDAC Recommendation $30,000 The Committee chose to partially fund this program. The program is pro-active and re- engages disconnected youth and helps them find a pathway to success. Norwich Housing Authority – JFK Roof Replacement Phase II: CDAC Recommendation $0 The Committee chose not to fund this project. They feel that the roof may still be structurally sound and that replacement may be able to be delayed for a few years. Disabilities Network – Ramps: CDAC Recommendation: $15,000 The Committee recommended funding this project at the requested amount. It meets the mission of affirmatively furthering fair housing, assisting disabled residents as well as addressing the needs of an aging population. Norwich Fire Department – Permanent Storage Structure at Central Station: CDAC Recommendation $0 The Committee chose not to fund this project. The City Manager has requested funding for this in the 2013 – 2014 Capital Improvement budget. SCADD – Bathroom Renovation 313 Main St.: CDAC Recommendation $0 The Committee chose not to fund this project due to the limited amount of Program Year 2013 funds available. CD Office – Property Rehabilitation Program: CDAC Recommendation $300,000 The Committee recommended funding this project at a reduced amount. They requested that the eligibility for the program remain geographically city-wide and that Activity #2 Exterior Improvement Program be removed and the funds requested roll into Activity #1 as amended. CD Office – Economic Development Job Creation/Retention: CDAC Recommendation $105,000 The Committee recommended funding this program at the requested amount. The program has the potential to have a direct economic impact on both Norwich businesses and Norwich residents seeking employment. CD Office – Homeownership Down payment Assistance: applicant withdrew application Applicant withdrew application due to the overall limited CDBG funding available. A motion was made by Democles Angelopoulos and seconded by Robert McKeon to fund the following projects at the amounts listed below. Motion carried unanimously. CD Office Administration Program Administration $135,756 OIC New London Project Employment $ - Norwich Adult Education ESOL Madonna Place $ 6,000 Big Brothers One to One Mentors $ 4,000 Norwich Youth & Family Services Juvenile Justice Alliance $ 20,200 Norwich Human Services Norwich Works $ 26,000 Norwich Community Care Team Rehousing & Shelter Diversion $ 30,000 Domestic Violence Response Safe Futures Team $ 5,000 Norwich Public Schools BRIDGES $ - Our Piece of the Pie Pathways to Success $ 30,000 Norwich Housing Authority JFK Roof Replacement Phase II $ - Disabilities Network Ramps $ 15,000 Storage Structure at Central Norwich Fire Department Station $ - Bathroom Renovation - 313 Main St SCADD $ - CD Office Property Rehab Program $300,000 Economic Dev Job CD Office Creation/Retention $105,000 Fund Balance $ 1,828 TOTAL $678,784 New Business: None Adjournment Motion was made by Democles Angelopoulos and seconded by Robert McKeon to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. The CDAC meeting ended at 6:45 P.M.