9/6/2016 AFFORDABLE HOUSING Minutes

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61 6 IIAC Gael Kelleher- The Chair referenced H }s Melpet Farms 7-unit project in Dennis. ILkC also has a 44-unit project in Bourne and a -unit project in Sandwich. IIAC has indicated an interest in speaking further with Mashpee about the potential projects, Quashnet Neighbors-Mr. Willard has been serving as liaison to the97-home Quashnet Valley Estates and recently attended the homeowners meeting. Residents have expressed their concerns. Residents living closest to the entrances have raised the most concerns, including increased traffic, style of homes, increased crime and the difference between owned units versus managed units. overall, Mr. Villard felt residents were expressing concern about homer their property values could be impacted. The Chair stated that they would continue to keep residents informed, adding that he envisioned the housing to be developed as work force housing, such as for police, fire and teachers. W, Taylor inquired about Quashnet Condominiums and the Chair responded that he had been in contact with residents at one of their meetings. Some negative comments had been received. It was felt that a return visit would be beneficial once Warrants were drafted. Habitat for Humanity Lottery-Mr. Johnson attended the lottery and reported that 10 names had been pulled for 11 jhouses, 2 of which were located in Mashpee. Mr, Johnson explained the lottery process, including necessary qualifications to be eligible. It teras announced that a Tribal member was selected for one of the Mashpee homes, The wall raising for 108 orchard Street will occur at 830 a.m. on Saturday, September 10. Selectman O'Hara inquired about how a Mashpee resident would be matched up with a Mashpee home. It was noted that the lottery is publicly advertised. Mr. Johnson confirmed that favoritism was given to an existing 11 ashpee resident, provided they qualified for the home. Selectman O'Hara planned to discuss further with Habitat for Humanity their lottery process, particularly since the Town was providing land and funds,, and felt that homes should be awarded to Mashpee residents. The Chair read a statement identifying the local preference. The Chair discussed some of the qualifications necessary to apply. Selectman O'Hara recommended that the Affordable Housing Committee be involved with reaching out to the community to point residents in the right direction to be eligible for the lottery. The information has been posted at the Senior Center, in the newspaper and through the Tribal newsletter, Mr. Johnson stated that the real need in Mashpee was rental housing. The Chair suggested that Mr. Johnson contact Vickie at Habitat for Humanity regarding the Committee's willingness to assist with promoting properties in Mashpee. Mr. Johnson noted that Mashpee residents were also eligible to apply for homes located in other towns. Mashpee Commons-Chairman Abbott expressed concern about Mashpee Commons' affordable housing lottery, which was intended for 13 units, a percentage of the 50 units being built. Since Mashpee Commons was only building 28 units, 5 units were included in the lottery. Mashpee Commons responded that all 1.3 units would eventually be awarded. Additionally, Mashpee Commons used a company from off Cape to run the lottery, although they could have used a local company such as HA. , who already had lists of interested individuals, The lottery campaign by Mashpee Commons resulted in 9 applicants for 13 units, although 48 and #9 would need to resubmit their applications for a later drawing, The Chair also stated that incorrect information was given out regarding the time of the drawing. Five affordable units were anticipated for 2016. Status of Zachary's-Community Builders were not interested in the Zachary's site for affordable housing. The company would need 125 units to justify the million expense, 3-4 acres, and currently hosting approximately 80 units. Affordable Housing Trust-The Chair stated that the current operation of the Affordable Housing Trust was against state regulations and needed to be restructured. The Trust should have funds in their possession. The Board of Selectmen need to take action to make changes, lam-. Johnson noted that the most successful Trusts did not include the entire Board of Selectmen as Trustees. There will be a state sponsored information Housing Trust program offered. September 16 in Taunton. Int`. Taylor will be attending a CFC/Affordable Housing Trust meeting in Yarmouth on September 22, 2 {