06-24-85 Human Resources & Economic Development

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• Otunuiitlttn stpnrt tit Mom= Ulounctl Df t1 a tg Df ili ut!! $tom . HUMAN RESOURCES AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE The June 24, . 1985 meeting of the Human Resources and Economic Development Committee was called to order by its chairman, Councilman Eugenia Braboy at 4: 15 p.m. in the Council informal meeting room. r Persons in attendance included Councilmen: Serge, Beck, Voorde, Paszek, Puzzello, Crone, Braboy and Taylor, Colleen Rosenfeld, Ann Kolota, Kathleen Cekanski-Farrand and members of the news media. Councilman Braboy noted that the purpose of the meeting was to discuss Bill No 62-85 which would transfer $475,174. 00 among various accounts within the division of Community Development. Colleen Rosenfeld, the Director of Community Development then reviewed the proposed bill. It would transfer unutilized funds to projects which require additonal funds or are new projects . She highlighted many of the items set forth in her cover letter to the bill dated June 4, 1985. She noted that the new projects proposed include the West Washington Commercial Revitalization Program, the PEP House' Rehabilition, and Monroe Park improvements. The bill also calls for a substantial amount of 1984 ULO money available through an increase in CD money for 1985 and increased program income which is attributable to the sale of redevelopment property and leased property. She also noted that funding is projected to be reduced for next year from 10 to 25%. She also noted that there was a considerable amount of staff discussion on the proposed transfer. There would be approximately $80,000 left in ULO following the passage of this ordinance. Councilman Puzzello noted her continuing concern regarding EL CAMPITO, Inc. Mrs. Rosenfeld noted that she had sent a letter to Lolita Anastasio who is the project director with a copy being sent to Council President Beck. This letter noted EL CAMPITO' s request for an additional $39, 000 and that funds for the project must be used in the present calendar year since they were made available as of January. 1, 1984 , Mrs. Rosenfeld noted that her staff has spent a great deal of time. working with members of EL CAMPITO over the past year and half, however they are in need of firm estimates for construction. Councilman Braboy noted the need for definite_ specifics and thought that the request from CD was reasonable in light of :their continuing staff assistance with EL CAMPITO. Councilman Crone suggested that $39,000 should be earmarked from the ULO funds and set aside for EL CAMPITO. Councilman Crone stated that if the Council would not amend the ordinance that they would just be "playing games. " • • rR tt ►N[t. PUBLISHING CO.