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Housing and Redevelopment Minutes Page 3 January 2, 2018 ----------------------------- Motion carried 4-0. 7.3 Marketing Update Ms. Eddy presented the staff report. Mr. Ovall complimented staff on sending Christmas cards to the rehabilitation target area. Ms. Othoudt indicated they received two telephone calls as a result of those cards from residents asking questions about the program and its offerings, noting it was a great advertising tool. 7.4 Discussion of Bylaws and any Suggested Amendments Ms. Othoudt presented the staff report. She indicated staff didn’t suggest any amendments. Commissioner Chuba stated he was surprised that the bylaws required an annual review. Commissioner Ovall suggested legal review of the bylaws to determine if they recommend any changes or if they see any emerging trends with HRAs. Ms. Othoudt suggested either a visit by Ms. Jenny Boulton to their annual meeting or review of bylaws with a letter outlining any concerns or recommendations. It was the consensus of the commission to have attorney Jenny Boulton review the bylaws on an annual basis and provide a letter to the commission outlining any concerns. 7.5 First Amendment to the Purchase Agreement for 326 Gates Ave. Ms. Othoudt presented the staff report. She distributed a first amendment to the purchase agreement, which the property owner was willing to fix with no change to the asking price and a closing date of February 2, 2018. Chair Toth asked why the HRA would require repairs done to a home that the city has deemed un-inhabitable. Ms. Othoudt stated the Commission can determine whether or not they require the improvements are made by deciding to keep the home or demolish the home after acquisition. She stated she tried to identify a dollar amount in place of fixing these items but stated the property owner was more agreeable to fix these items. She noted the cost of the roof repair and electrical issues would be an additional cost the HRA would have to spend in order to have the home become inhabitable. Commissioner Ovall asked questions regarding the city’s rental program standards and if they differ with rental property companies.