1/8/2013 AFFORDABLE HOUSING Minutes

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effort to jumpstart Mahpee's Affordable Housing Trust. Selectman Richardson pointed out that the CPC request would need to disburse the funds to the Trust and the Chair responded that his letter to Ms.-Mason requested that funds be disbursed to the Town Manager to fond the RFP. Habitat for Humanity Town Land The Chair referenced the % protection of land, governed by Fisheries and Wildlife, noting that it was not a hard, firm rule and that it could be waived if the land was less than 5 acres or through mitigation, but that plans needed to be submitted. Mr. Johnson agreed with the Chair, but noted that the Strawberry Avenue parcel would still be facing the fire regulation of a paved road and turnaround area reaching within 150 feet of the furthest poinf of the dwelling. Mr. Johnson noted that Habitat dict not typically pave driveways due to the expense. Mr.Jsbitz stated that the Fire Department typically establishes the fire standards, in order to effectively fight a fire. Mr. Isbitz recommended discussing the issue directly with the Fire Department. NEW BUSINESS Great Cove Update Chairman Abbott stated that a second modification of the permit was signed in December. Ms. Botsford reported that the developer has noted that, with so many funding sources, the many attorneys are reviewing the various documents prior to the closing. Mashpee Housing Authority Update R Ms. Botsford distributed copies of her update regarding the CPC fanded Mashpee Housing Assistance Frograrn. Ms. Botsford reported that the Authority was able to begin funding individuals as early �s Jul 2012, had financially assisted 35 Mashpee residents and that all funds had been allotted. Vis. Botsford stated that there was a waiting list in all programs, with the greatest need being in ongoing rental assistance, which is the lamest portion of the Housing ing Assistance Program. Ms. Botsford added that it was also the most work intensive because the Authority conducts various checks and,-once eligible for the prog�ra nn finances are reviewed and recommendations made In order to save money and budget. Ms. Botsford noted that participating individuals set 3-5 quantifiable goals to be achieved in 6 months, showing progress towards meeting the goals in order to star in the program. Ms. Egloff inquired whether other residents, not in the program, would have access to the tools utilized in the program as a means to learn budgeting and setti financial goals. Ms. Botsford stated that the simplest form they g g g use is a budget form. The Chair inquired about how participants connected with the program and Ms. Botsford responded that information was available on the Mashpee Housing Authority website and brochures, and previously,they had advertised in the paper. Eight individuals receiving loans have all repaid the loans. Ms. f otsford stated that they have also been in receipt of thank you letters from participants. M_s, Egloff recommended Mashpee offering financial literacy programs, including goal setting, to adults in town. Ms. Botsford indicated that HAC offered a similar program_ Tis. Egloffrecommended liming it to the Affordable Housing Committee website. Mr. Johnson referenced a similar program on Martha's Vineyard. The Chair also recommended offering something similar through the Senior Center. Its. Egloff inquired whether Ms. Botsford's assistant would be interested in running a similar financial literacy program open to other residents. Regarding the Authority's properties, Ms. Botsford reported that all properties had waitlists and A her's Path had 30 people on the list with little turnover, only 8 in the past year. M . Botsford indicated that all other properties had a -year 2 y I I