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Housing and Redevelopment Minutes February 2, 2015 Page 3 that are in need of rehabilitation Mr. Barnhart stated that he will try to schedule a workshop either before or after the regular March HRA meeting. 7.5 Housing TIF Policy The HRA discussed the current Housing TIF Policy and the job creation component of the policy. In particular, they discussed whether or not it was feasible to have a housing TIF, such as a senior housing project, where job creation would be minimal. Mr. Barnhart stated that he will come back at a future meeting with some possible options for changes to the policy. He noted that any changes will need to be approved by the City Council. 7.6 Discussion of Bylaws and any Suggested Amendments Mr. Barnhart reviewed staff's suggested amendments to the bylaws. Motion by Commissioner Kuester and seconded by Commissioner Chuba to approve the changes to the bylaws as drafted, including: ® 2.1— Annual Meeting — change to the first Monday of February ■ 2.5 and 2.6 — remove the requirement for published notice of public hearing if a quorum of the City Council is present ■ Article 7 — Amendments — include option of hand delivery of notice of proposed amendments to the bylaws Motion carried 5 -0. 7.7 Discussion of Demolition /Site Stabilization Programs Ms. Eddy presented the staff report. Commissioner Chuba stated that he was in favor of a program for demolition, since some projects are beyond repair. Mr. Barnhart stated that the staff report explains the DEED program and a similar program could be drafted for an HRA program. Commissioner Chuba stated that he would like the program to be available for commercial as well as residential. Chair Wilson stated he would like to discuss this issue further at a workshop. 8. Other Business - None 9. Adjournment There being no further business, Chair Wilson adjourned the meeting of the Elk River Housing and Redevelopment Authority at 6:17 p.m.