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Housing & Redevelopment Authority Page 5 January 3, 2005 redevelopment occurs. She also stated that Mr. Adams indicated that there have been issues with the water quality on 6th and 7th Streets between Gates and Irving Avenues. It was noted that 6th and 7th Avenues are to be redone with the Street Rehabilitation Program in 2007 but Mr. Adams would suggest the water issues be fixed prior to that if redevelopment would occur. Status o Arrrnv Building Center Site Ms. Steinmetz indicated that she spoke to David Majeski, president of Arrow Building Center, regarding the status of the property. She stated that Mr. Majeski indicated that the property is for sale and that he has received two inquiries for retail/housing projects. Ms. Steinmetz noted that Mr. Majeski is not interested in leasing the property. It was questioned if Mr. Majeski is aware of the city's vision for the area. Ms. Steinmetz stated that she will advise him. Commissioner Motin questioned how long a building can remain vacant before it loses its grandfathered zoning status. Ms. Steinmetz indicated that she will check on and report back at the next HRA meeting. Parking Recluits for West Side of Irving Azaure Ms. Steinmetz stated that the concept option indicated both mixed use and single-family rehabilitation west of Irving Avenue. She provided a summary of the parking requirements for the area. Ms. Steinmetz noted that if the property remains zoned mixed use, that surface and underground parking would be required. It was the consensus of the HRA for staff to continue to utilize the concept option when responding to redevelopment proposals and inquiries from the private sector and that staff will continue to monitor the area and update the HRA as needed. 8. Discuss Housing Programs 8.1. Minnesota City Participation Program~lVICCP~ Assistant Director of Economic Development Heidi Steinmetz explained the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency's (IVIHFA) Minnesota City Participation Program (MCPP). She noted that the Elk River HRA has not participated in the program since 1996, however, Sherburne County has applied and been awarded an allocation for the last several years. Ms. Steinmetz stated that the Sherburne County Administrator has indicated to staff that Sherburne County will be applying to participate in this program in 2005; therefore, staff does not recommend a separate city application. It was the consensus of the HRA for the city to not apply for the MCPP program in 2005. 8.2. HOME Rental Rehabilitation Program Assistant Director of Economic Development Heidi Steinmetz explained the HOME Rental Rehabilitation Program. Ms. Steinmetz indicated that as in the past, staff will forward the Central MN Housing Partnership (C1vH') newsletter, selection criteria, and the 2005 allocation plan to Elk River apartment property owners/managers. Commissioner Kuester questioned if EDA staff coordinates this information with the Building Department for when they do their apartment inspections. Ms. Steinmetz stated