03-02-92 Residential Neigborhoods

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RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD COMMITTEE March 2, 1992 Page 2 Barbara Gatto noted that there has been good and ongoing communication with the Police Department and Chief Marciniak. Chief Marciniak noted that the area needs a lot of attention. Ms. Gatto also noted that the Code Enforcement Hearing Officer needs to back up the Department of Code enforcement. Council President Luecke agreed to initiate contact with HDC. It was noted that approximately$36,000.00 is in the revolving loan fund which also receives approximately $3,000.00 to $4,000.00 per month on repayment of the loans. Council President Luecke also agreed to review tax credits for home improvements. Council Member Coleman noted that trying to maintain the residential values is a positive goal for the area. He noted that money is needed for all the proposals at many different levels. He suggested approaching title companies for assistance. He also noted that the area provides affordable housing stock in an urban setting, but cautioned that there is a cap or limitation on most expectations. Mr. Fritz summarized by stating that the area needs to be improved as a whole. He believes that the area will not remain stable and will only continue to deteriorate unless a balance is restored. Barbara Gatto noted that a decision is to be made by 1994 whether Muessel Elementary School will remain in the area. She stressed the need for that school to remain a viable entity to the neighborhood. Mr. Caldwell stated that the area is actually better than many of the misconceptions held by many individuals, but that an ongoing partnership of the neighborhood and the City must continue. Council Member Duda thanked Mr. Fritz and Ms. Gatto for their input. The meeting was adjourned at 5:30 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Council Member Loretta Duda Chair Person Residential Neighborhoods Community att.