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Town of Southold
Housing advisory commisSion
MEETING MINUTES
MEETING #96
August 13, 2014
Present:
Rona Smith, Michael Herbert, Dan Sarnowski, LeRoy Heyliger, Jeanne Kelley and
Excused:
Phillip Beltz. Fred Andrews, Eric Dantes, Beth Motschenbacher, John Vahey, William
Dougherty and Councilman Jim Dinizio. Meeting began at 5:35 p.m.
Approval of Minutes:
The minutes of July 9th were approved.
Report of Discussion with the Town Board:
Dan and Rona reported that their
discussion with the Town Board was very productive and will continue (Fred also attended
the meeting.) Four noteworthy items were discussed for future consideration:
1. Provision of tax credits for households who develop affordable apartments. The
Supervisor stated that this will likely need approval from NY state legislators.
2. Re-issue of RFP. Supervisor indicated that number of units should likely exceed the
amount originally proposed. Dan provided document that articulates some
proposed changes, HAC will develop ideas throughout the next several months and
look to reissue an RFP in early spring.
3. Engage non-profit to redevelop blighted properties for resale as affordable.
Possibly inquire if the North Fork Housing Alliance would be interested in pursuing
as they already work with contractors for rehabilitation.
4. Seek funding assistance from Town and Suffolk County for development of
affordable housing.
Affordable Housing District (AHD) Public Hearing:
Phillip reported that the hearing is
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scheduled for Tuesday, August 26 at 7:32 p.m. Rona agreed to write a letter of support
of proposed changes on behalf of HAC.
First-time Homebuyer CPF Tax Exemption:
Still awaiting signature of the Governor.
Habitat for Humanity Volunteer Forum:
Dan will provide introduction of Habitat at
forum. He also will invite Green Acres Homeowners Association and Phillip will invite
realtors who supported project as well as coordinate with Habitat staff.
Fishers Island Annual Meeting:
There was significant support for the proposed changes
in the AHD legislation. In addition, Phillip attended meeting with residents about “Land
Use” chapter of Comp Plan. Fishers Island residents perceive that the need for affordable
housing is critical issue that must be addressed to sustain the island.
Community Land Trust of Southold:
Phillip attended meeting with their board. They
are seeking to develop 3 affordable units outside the Village of Greenport with an
additional rental unit. While they have identified a site they are requesting funding from
Suffolk County and the Town of Southold.
Meeting with Jill Rosen-Nikoloff:
Phillip invited Ms. Rosen-Nikoloff (Suffolk County
Director of Community Development, Affordable Housing and Real Estate) to attend the
next HAC meeting and specifically address Suffolk County resources that could assist the
Town towards the development of affordable housing (e.g. RFP.)
Other:
Discussion of elements of RFP that would be most likely embraced by the
community (to be further discussed with Ms. Rosen-Nikoloff): Several ideas presented
were development with 50 apartments, mix of 60% Area-Median Income, 80% AMI, 120%
AMI, target set aside amount of units for seniors and veterans, explore SC pilot for sewer
treatment, etc.
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Meeting Ended at 6:42 p.m. - Next Meeting Date:Tuesday, September 16 at 5:30
p.m.
@ Town Hall meeting room.
Respectfully submitted,
Phillip Beltz