07-17-84 Human Resources & Economic Development

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Qlummtllrr Rr.pnri OD At &m um ()Sound' of 11 r OltIg of fimni lira HUMAN RESOURCES AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE The July 17, 1984 meeting of the Human Resources and Economic Development Committee was called to •order by its Chairman, Councilman Eugenia _, Braboy at 4 :05 p.m. in theCouncil informal meeting room. Persons in attendance included: Councilmen Paszek, Braboy, Serge, Beck, Puzzello, Zakrzewski and Voorde, Jon Hunt, Colleen Rosenfeld, Jeff Gibney, members of the new media, Craig Hartzer, Glenda Rae Hernandez, .Janet Holston, and Kathleen Cekanski-Farrand. Councilman Braboy noted that the purpose of the meeting was to continue the discussion regarding the earlier proposed ordinance addressing slum and blight. She hoped that the Committee could resolve the exact terminology which would- be used as well as to decide who would be serving as the final approving authority. She then called upon Mrs. Rosenfeld to give an update. A letter dated July 13th addressed to Councilman Braboy from Mrs. Rosenfeld was then passed out to the 'Committee (copy attached) . It was noted that the "slum and blight language" presently comes from the Federal regulations . The legal department has determined that this same terminology would not have to be included. Mrs. Rosenfeld noted that six districts had been proposed with any other area being open for consideration. She noted that since the ordinance was filed her department has made further study. She is attempting to maximize: ; the amount of_ input as much as possible. Councilman Braboy proposed that "targeted areas" be used instead of slum and blighted areas. Councilman Puzzello noted that there may be confusion in that NHS uses the same terminology. Councilman Braboy inquired whether there would be a legal problem and was advised by the.:Council Attorney that legally it could be done however she recommended that different teminology be considered so that the public would nat be confused. She then. suggested the term "impact areas" since this terminology was no longer being used under the current tax abatement laws. Councilman Serge complimented Chuch Beards who has done a "tremendous job" remodeling 4-5 homes in the first district. Councilman Paszek also praised his work. Mrs. Rosenfeld noted that individual buildings would not qualify however, the program maybe used for individuals who are over income. Following further discussion Councilman Puzzello made a motion seconded by Councilman Beck that the terms "impact area"' be used instead of "slum and blighted" . The motion passed unanimously. The second concern addressed by the Committee was who should make the final decision. Mrs. Rosenfeld suggested that the Citizen Advisory Council -serve in an advisory capacity with the Board of Public Works and Common Council , serving co-equally. Councilman Beck requested that Council be the final authority and was advised that the Board of Public Works could serve in an advisory' capacity as it does in vacation petitions and scrap and junk yard licensing. Councilman Braboy suggested that the Board "review- and recommend" and the Council have the final say. Councilman Puzzello desired the Board and the Council to share the responsibility equally, however Councilman Zakrzewski also recommended that the Board be advisory with the Council making the final decisions. Councilman Serge agreed with the Council having the final •..0 •.q. .US .V•L•••■• CO. - -