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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAG RPTS 2001 0117 RDA REGESTAIRM0 UMNxmy OF Resolution No. 2001 -95 MOORPARK REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY REGULAR MEETING AGENDA WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17, 2001 6:30 P.M. Moorpark Community Center 799 Moorpark Avenue 1. CALL TO ORDER: 2. ROLL CALL: 3. PUBLIC COMMENT: 4. PUBLIC HEARING: 5. PRESENTATION /ACTION /DISCUSSION: A. Consider Adopting Resolution of Necessity to Acquire Fee Title by Eminent Domain that Real Property Owned by Steven A. Valenza at 203 and 213 East Los Angeles Avenue. Staff Recommendation: 1) Conduct a hearing on Resolution No. 2001 , a Resolution of the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Moorpark, finding and determining that the public interest, convenience and necessity require the acquisition of certain property for public purposes; and 2) review the evidence presented, including the staff report and public comments and close the hearing; and 3) adopt Resolution No. 2001- authorizing the commencement of eminent domain proceedings so as to acquire the fee simple interest in real property described therein. (ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED - requires an affirmative FOUR- FIFTHS (4/5) vote of the Agency Board of Directors) B. Presentation from Habitat for Humanity - Ventura County. Staff Recommendation: Refer this matter to the Affordable Housing /Community Development Committee for further review of possible cooperation in this type of project and recommendation. Redevelopment Agency Agenda January 17, 2001 Page 2 6. CONSENT CALENDAR: A. Consider Approval of Minutes of Regular Redevelopment Agency Meeting of December 6, 2000. Staff Recommendation: Approve minutes as processed. 7. CLOSED SESSION: A. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8) Property: 203 E. Los Angeles Ave., Moorpark, CA 93021 and 213 E. Los Angeles Ave., Moorpark, CA 93021 Agency Negotiator: Steven Kueny, Executive Director Negotiating Parties: The Redevelopment Agency of the City of Moorpark and Steven A. Valenza Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment Property: 798 Moorpark Ave., Moorpark CA 93021 Agency Negotiator: Steven Kueny, Executive Director Negotiating Parties: The Redevelopment Agency of the City of Moorpark and Laszlo B. Kovacs Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment Property: 765 Walnut St., Moorpark CA 93021 Agency Negotiator: Steven Kueny, Executive Director Negotiating Parties: The Redevelopment Agency of the City of Moorpark and Miguel Magdeleno Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment Property: 45 East High St., Moorpark CA 93021 Moorpark Playhouse) Agency Negotiator: Steven Kueny, Executive Director Negotiating Parties: The Redevelopment Agency of the City of Moorpark and American Commercial Bank Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment 8. ADJOURDII4ENT : Any member of the public may address the Agency during the Public Comments portion of the Agenda, unless it is a Public Hearing or a Presentation /Action /Discussion item. Speakers who wish to address the Agency concerning a Public Hearing or Presentations /Action /Discussion item must do so during the Public Hearing or Presentations /Action /Discussion portion of the Agenda for that item. Speaker cards must be received by the City Clerk for Public Comments prior to the beginning of the Public Comments portion of the meeting and for Presentation /Action /Discussion items prior to the beginning of the first item of the Presentation /Action /Discussion portion of the Agenda. Speaker Cards for a Public Hearing must be received prior to the beginning of the Public Hearing. A limitation of three minutes shall be imposed upon each Public Comment and Presentation /Action /Discussion item speaker. A limitation of three to five minutes shall be imposed upon each Public Hearing item speaker. Written Statement Cards may be submitted in lieu of speaking orally for open Public Hearings and Presentation /Action /Discussion items. Copies of each item of business on the agenda are on file in the office of the City Clerk and are available for public review. Any questions concerning any agenda item may be directed to the City Clerk at (805) 517 -6223. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk's Department at (805) 517 -6223. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (CFR 35.102- 35.104 ADA Title II). STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF VENTURA CITY OF MOORPARK ss AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING I, Blanca Garza, declare as follows: That I am the Deputy City Clerk of the City of Moorpark and that an agenda of the Regular meeting of the Moorpark Redevelopment Agency to be held January 17, 2001, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Moorpark Community Center, 799 Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark, California, was posted on January 12, 2001, at a conspicuous place at the Moorpark Community Center, 799 Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark, California. I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. Executed on January 12, 2001. Blanca Garza, Deputy City Clerk ITEM 5. A . CITY OF MOORPARK, CALIFORNIA Redevelopment Agency Meeting of -- % 1-1 I2 Oo I ACTI0ti:AF19vD 5TAFf RtZ. in1Ct1AD(p4, ADDPT1nr -1 OF RE5 2001 -45 - MOORPARK REDEVELOPMENT AG DpPj2ON c7 12E:Sp ZpD1 _ 9 (oAGENDAREPORT TO: Honorable Agency Board of Directors FROM: Hugh R. Riley, Assistant Executive Director DATE: January 5, 2001 (MRA Meeting of 1/17/01) SUBJECT: CONSIDER ACQUIRE PROPERTY 213 EAST BACKGROUND: ADOPTING RESOLUTION FEE TITLE BY EMINENT OWNED BY STEVEN A. LOS ANGELES AVENUE. OF NECESSITY TO DOMAIN THAT REAL VALENZA AT 203 and The primary objective of the Moorpark Redevelopment Agency is to eliminate blight. Examples of blight include such things as land uses that are nonconforming, including commercial uses on residentially zoned land, uses that do not meet current Redevelopment agency correct deficiencies e.g. providing impro DISCUSSION: building and zoning standards. authority is also frequently used to with utilities and infrastructure, vements to traffic circulation. The Moorpark Redevelopment Agency ( "Agency ") plans to assist the City of Moorpark in its effort to eliminate blight where it exists in the project area along Los Angeles Avenue and widen this major arterial to six lanes. The subject proper Residential and is Los Angeles Ave a Angeles Avenue (" Los Angeles Avenue 740 square foot s Avenue ( "property Angeles Avenue and There is a 1,240 ty is currently zoned R -1, Single Family located at the northwest corner of East nd Millard Street. The lot at 203 E. Los Property 111) has 40 feet of frontage on and is 100 feet deep. This parcel has a tructure. The lot at 213 E. Los Angeles 211) has 60 feet of frontage on Los 100 feet of frontage on Millard Street. square foot structure with a two -car MRA Agenda Report January 5, 2001 Page 2 garage. The south wall of the structure on property 2 appears to be on the existing right -of -way line. The site lacks sufficient parking making property 1 a non- conforming commercial use. Basic access to each property appears to require use of the other. Other deficiencies include insufficient site distance between the existing driveway on Los Angeles Avenue and the intersection radius; the driveway aprons are substandard; and the residential structure does not meet existing setback requirements. The widening project will serve to improve traffic circulation and safety. As part of the project, additional right of way is needed. The exact amount of right -of -way necessary for the street widening has not been determined, however between 1 and 9 feet will be required from Flory Street to Moorpark Avenue to provide a full 118 -foot right - of -way. Part of the additional right -of -way needed would be taken from the subject property. Steven A. Valenza owns the property. Mr. Valenza purchased both parcels in June 2000. Property 1 (4,000 sq. ft.) was purchased for $10,000. Property (6,000 sq. ft.) was purchased for $185,000. City staff has attempted to negotiate a purchase of the property from the owner, but has not been successful. Pursuant to California Government Code sections 7267.2, 37350, and 40401 et se q. and California Code of Civil Procedure Section 1230.010 et se q. and Section 19, Article I of the California Constitution, and other authorities, the Agency is authorized to acquire the fee title to the property by eminent domain, provided certain procedural steps are followed. First, the Agency must make an offer to the Property owner, which offer must be transmitted in writing, based upon an appraisal. A copy of the offer the Agency made to the Property owner is attached hereto as Exhibit "A," which offer was made as required by applicable law. The offer was based upon an appraisal of the Property. To date the offer has not been accepted. It is now necessary that an action in eminent domain be commenced to acquire the Property. Prior to filing the action, the Agency must hold a hearing on a resolution of MRA Agenda Report January 5, 2001 Page 3 necessity, which resolution is attached hereto, and provide the owner of the Property an opportunity to be heard at that hearing, provided the owner has filed a request to be heard in writing with the City prior to the hearing. The hearing is timely and duly noticed. Submitted herewith as Exhibit "B" is a copy of the Notice of Hearing which notice was given in accordance with the applicable statutes. After conducting the public hearing, if the Agency finds that the public necessity so requires, the attached Resolution of Necessity, Resolution 2001- , should be adopted, authorizing condemnation proceedings for the purpose of acquiring the Property which is described in the said Resolution. The findings that need to be made are as set forth in the Resolution of Necessity. Specifically, the Agency must find: 1. That the public interest, convenience and necessity require the acquisition of the Property for the Project. As proposed, the Project will serve public purposes, as discussed above. 2. That the Project is planned or located in the manner that will be most compatible with the greatest public good and the least private injury. As set forth above, the project will provide increased traffic circulation and enhance traffic safety as well as serve to eliminate blighted, inappropriately developed structures. 3. That the Property sought to be acquired is necessary for the Project. As set forth above, the Project involves the widening of Los Angeles Avenue. This Property will be used for a street widening. Without fee title to the Property, the proposed street widening project cannot be completed. Residual property not needed for street right -of -way may be used for affordable housing purposes. CC(11G0 3 MRA Agenda Report January 5, 2001 Page 4 STAFF RECOMMENDATION: 1. Conduct a hearing on Resolution 2001 , a Resolution of the Redevelopment Agency of The City of Moorpark, California Finding and Determining That The Public Interest, Convenience and Necessity Require The Acquisition of Certain Property For Public Purposes; and 2. Review the evidence presented, including this staff report and public comments and close the hearing; and 3. Adopt the attached Resolution 2001- authorizing the commencement of eminent domain proceedings so as to acquire the fee simple interest in real property described therein. Note: This requires an affirmative FOUR- FIFTHS (4/5) vote of the Agency Board of Directors). Attachments: Exhibit "A" Offer Letter Exhibit "B" Notice of Hearing Resolution 2001- C G0 /1 EXHIBIT A MOORPARK REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY 799 Moorpark Avenue Moorpark, California 93021 (805) 529 -6864 December 11, 2000 Mr. Steven A. Valenza P.O. Box 296 Moorpark, CA 93021 Re: Offer to Purchase Interests in Real Property: 203 -213 E. Los Angeles Avenue, Moorpark, CA, - APN 512 -0 -121 -065 & 512 -0- 121 -065 Dear Mr. Valenza: The City of Moorpark Redevelopment Agency understands that you are the owner of property located at 203 & 213 E. Los Angeles Avenue, Moorpark, California, APN 512 -0- 121 -045 & 512- 0- 021 -065, more particularly described on Exhibit "B ", attached hereto ( "Property "). With regard to the Property, the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Moorpark hereby offers to Purchase the fee simple interest in and to the Property for the appraised market value of TWO HUNDRED AND SIXTY FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS, ($265,000.00). An independent appraisal of value was made of the Property to be acquired. The amount of the above offer is the amount the City has determined to be the fair market value thereof. The basis for that determination is explained in the Appraisal Summary attached hereto as Exhibit "A," which is incorporated herein by this reference. If you have any questions regarding this letter, the acquisition or the Appraisal Summary, please contact the undersigned at 805 -517 -6215. This offer is subject to Redevelopment Agency Board ratification; and 2. Your ability to convey acceptable marketable title, including elimination of liens and encumbrances on the Property; and 3. An environmental inspection and approval by the Agency. The purpose of this process would be to attempt to determine whether there is hazardous contamination within, adjacent to, or coming from your property. The environmental inspection and approval process may include physical inspections and environmental assessments as deemed necessary or advisable by the Agency as xvcll as other testing or inspection should a preliminary review indicate it advisable. In the event the Agency determines that corrective or remedial action may be necessary, the Agency reserves the right to reduce the amount offered to reflect these costs, or to withdraw this offer. Any such inspections would be conducted at Agency expense. CC',UGC?`) Steven A. Valenza December 11, 2000 Page 2 It is the Agency's hope that this price will be acceptable to you. Please respond to the terms of this offer in writing no later than December 29, 2000. Sincerely, Hugh . iley Assistant Executive Director cc: Steve Kueny, Executive Director Joeseph E. Montes, City Attorney IC-U, () COG Steven A. Valenza December 11, 2000 Page 3 Exhibit "A" Appraisal Summary PROPERTY LOCATION PARCEL 1: 203 E. Los Angeles Avenue, City of Moorpark, DATE OF VALUE September 26, 2000 Ventura County Tax Assessor's Parcel Number 512 -0 -121 -045 PARCEL 2: 213 E. Los Angeles Avenue, City of Moorpark, Ventura County Tax Assessor's Parcel Number 512 -0- 121 -065, described on Exhibit B attached hereto. PROPERTY TO BE The fee interest in and to the land and improvements for the ACQUIRED entire Property, approximately 10,000 square feet OWNER Steven A. Valenza ZONING R- I—Single Family Residential PRESENT USE VACANT CONTOUR Level, at street grade. ACCESS Los Angeles Avenue (State Highway 118) frontage HIGHEST AND BEST USE Single Family Residential VALUATION METHOD Market Data approach ESTIMATED PROPERTY 265,000 VALUE DATE OF VALUE September 26, 2000 Steven A. Valenza December 11, 2000 Page 4 PARCEL 1: Exhibit "B" Legal Description THOSE PORTIONS OF BLOCK 14 AND BARD STREET (NOW ABANDONED), AS SHOWN ON THE MAP ENTITLED "MAP NO. I OF TRACT "O" OF MOORPARK SUBDIVISION OF RANCHO SIMI ", IN THE CITY OF MOORPARK, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 8 PAGE(S) 13 OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY, SHOWN AS "NOT A PART OF THIS SUBDIVISION" ON THE MAP OF WALNUT ACRES SUBDIVISION, RECORDED IN BOOK 22 PAGE 70 OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. EXCEPT THAT PORTION THEREOF DESCRIBED IN THAT CERTAIN JUDGEMENT REFORMING DEED RENDERED SEPTEMBER 21, 1955 IN VENTURA COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT CASE NO. 44625, A CERTIFIED COPY THEREOF RECORDED SEPTEMBER 21, 1955 AS INSTRUMENT NO. 39481 IN BOOK 1338 PAGE 5 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. ALSO EXCEPT THAT PORTION CONVEYED TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA BY THIS FINAL ORDER OF CONDEMNATION RECORDED APRIL 22, 1971 IN BOOK 3805 PAGE 874 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. ALSO EXCEPT ALL OIL, GAS AND OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES AND MINERALS IN AND UNDER SAID REAL PROPERTY WHICH SUBSTANCES LIE BELOW A DEPTH OF 500 FEET FROM THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND, BUT WITHOUT THE RIGHT OF ENTRY ON THE SURFACE THEREOF FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROSPECTING FOR AND REMOVING ANY OF SAID SUBSTANCES, AS RESERVED BY MILLARD L. CORNETT IN DEED RECORDED JUNE 2, 1955 AS INSTRUMENT NO. 20302 IN 1300K 1295 PAGE 348 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. PARCEL 2: THAT PORTION OF BLOCK 14, AS SHOWN ON THE MAP ENTITLED "MAI) NO.1 OF TRACT "0" OF MOORPARK SUBDIVISION OF RANCHO SIMI" IN THE CITY OF MOORPARK, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 8 PAGE (S) 13 OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT IN THE. NORTH LINE OF LOS ANGELES AVENUE, 60 FEET WIDE, DISTANT THEREON NORTH 890 55' EAST 60 FEET FROM THE INTERSECTION OF SAID NORTH LINE WITH THE CENTERLINE OF BARD STREET AS SAID AVENUE AND STREET ARE SHOWN ON SAID MAP; THENCE ALONG TIIF. NORTII LINE OF SAID AVENUE, 1ST - NORTH 890 55' EAST 60 FEET; THENCE PARALLEL WITH SAID CENTERLINE OF BARD STREET; 2ND - NORTH 0° 01'30" EAST 120 FEET; THENCE 3RD - SOUTH 890 55' WEST 60 FEET; THENCE LEGAL DESCRIPTION CONTINUED... Steven A. Valenza December 11, 2000 Page 5 4T" - SOUTH 00 01' 30" WEST 120 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. EXCEPT THAT PORTION CONVEYED TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA BY THE FINAL ORDER OF CONDEMNATION RECORDED APRIL 22, 1971 IN BOOK 3805 PAGE 874, OFFICIAL RECORDS. CC0G0 "3 EXHIBIT B NOTICE OF HEARING NOTICE OF HEARING REGARDING THE INTENTION OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY FOR THE ACQUISITION OF 203 and 213 EAST LOS ANGELES AVENUE; APN 512 -0- 121 -045 AND APN 512 -0- 121 -065; AS THE SAME IS DESCRIBED IN EXHIBIT "A" ATTACHED. TO: Steven A. Valenza P.O. Box 296. Moorpark, CA 93021 YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED, pursuant to Code of Civil Procedure Section 1230.010 et. seq., that the City of Moorpark Redevelopment Agency intends to consider the adoption of a Resolution of Necessity for acquisition by eminent domain of the fee title to certain real property ( "Property "), for redevelopment purposes (the "Project "). The Property is located at 203 and 213 Los Angeles Avenue Moorpark, California; APN 512 -0- 121 -045 and APN 512 -0 -121 -065; as the same is described in Exhibit "A" Attached. , The hearing will be held on January 17, 2001 at 6:30 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the City of Moorpark Redevelopment Agency Board can hear said matter, at the City of Moorpark City Council Chambers, located at 799 Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark, California 93021. You, as a person claiming or having an interest in and to the Property, are hereby notified that you have the right to appear and be heard on the issues to be considered at that hearing. The issues which will be considered are set forth in California Code of Civil Procedure section 1240.030, and include: Whether or not the public interest and necessity require the Project; 2. Whether or not the Project is planned or located in the manner that will be most compatible with the greatest public good and the least private injury; Whether or not the Property sought to be acquired is necessary for the Project. If you wish to be heard at this hearing, you MUST FILE A WRITTEN REQUEST, indicating your intent to appear and be heard, within fifteen (15) days of the mailing of this notice by filing or delivering that written request to the City of Moorpark Redevelopment Agency at 799 Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark, California 93021. NOTICE OF HEARING, Page 2 You may use the enclosure for the purpose of notifying the City of Moorpark Redevelopment Agency of your intent and desire to be heard. Your failure to timely file a written request to appear and be heard may result in a waiver of your right to be heard. For further information, contact Hugh Riley at (805) 517 -6215. Hugh RLRiI y Assistant Executive Director NOTICE OF HEARING, Page 3 EXHIBIT A Legal Description PARCEL 1: THOSE PORTIONS OF BLOCK 14 AND BARD STREET (NOW ABANDONED), AS SHOWN ON THE MAP ENTITLED "MAP NO. 1 OF TRACT "0" OF MOORPARK SUBDIVISION OF RANCHO SIMI ", IN THE CITY OF MOORPARK, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 8 PAGE(S) 13 OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY, SHOWN AS "NOT A PART OF THIS SUBDIVISION" ON THE MAP OF WALNUT ACRES SUBDIVISION, RECORDED IN BOOK 22 PAGE 70 OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. EXCEPT THAT PORTION THEREOF DESCRIBED IN THAT CERTAIN JUDGEMENT REFORMING DEED RENDERED SEPTEMBER 21, 1955 IN VENTURA COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT CASE NO, 44625, A CERTIFIED COPY THEREOF RECORDED SEPTEMBER 21, 1955 AS INSTRUMENT NO. 39481 IN BOOK 1338 PAGE 5 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. ALSO EXCEPT THAT PORTION CONVEYED TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA BY THE FINAL ORDER OF CONDEMNATION RECORDED APRIL 22, 1971 IN BOOK 3805 PAGE 874 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. ALSO EXCEPT ALI, OII., GAS AND OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES AND MINERALS IN AND UNDER SAID REAL PROPERTY WIIICH SUBSTANCES LIE BELOW A DEPTII OF 500 FEET FROM THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND, BUT WITHOUT THE RIGHT OF ENTRY ON THE: SURFACE THEREOF FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROSPECTING FOR AND REMOVING ANY OF SAID SUBSTANCES, AS RESERVED BY MILLARD L. CORNETT IN DEED RECORDED JUNE 2, 1955 AS INSTRUMENT NO. 20302 IN BOOK 1295 PAGE 348 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. PARCEL 2: THAT PORTION OF 13LOCK 14, AS SHOWN ON THE MAP ENTITLED " \LAP NO.1 OF TRACT "0" OF MOORPARK SUBDIVISION OF RANCIIO SIMI" IN THE CITY OF MOORPARK. AS PER MAI) RECORDED IN BOOK 8 PAGE (S) 13 OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER 01: SAID COUNTY, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT IN THE NORTII LINE OF LOS ANGELES AVENUE, 60 FEET WIDE. DISTANT THEREON NORTI 1890 55' EAST 60 FEET FROM THE INTERSECTION OF SAID NORTI I LINE WITH THE CENTERLINE OF BARD STREET AS SAID AVENUE AND STREE"I ARE SHOWN ON SAID MAP; THENCE ALONG TIII-: NORTH LINE OF SAID AVENUE, I - NORTH 890 55' FAST 60 FEET; THENCE PARALLEL WITH SAID CENTERLINE OF BARD STREET; 2ND - NORTH 00 01'30" EAST 120 FEET; THENCE 3R' - SOUTH 890 55' WEST 60 FEET; THENCE 20 Y _ NOTICE OF HEARING, Page 4 LEGAL DESCRIPTION CONTINUED... 4TFf - SOUTH 00 01' 30" WEST 120 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. EXCEPT THAT PORTION CONVEYED TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA BY THE FINAL ORDER OF CONDEMNATION RECORDED APRIL 22, 1971 IN BOOK 3805 PAGE 874, OFFICIAL RECORDS. NOTICE OF HEARING, Page 5 REQUEST TO BE HEARD ON RESOLUTION OF NECESSITY FOR THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY [203 and 213 Los Angeles Avenue]. Name Address Date: Telephone Signature Mail to: Moorpark Redevelopment Agency Attention: Assistant Director 799 Moorpark Avenue Moorpark, CA 93021 C ' RESOLUTION NO. 2001- A RESOLUTION OF THE REDEVELOPNMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK, CALIFORNIA, FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT PUBLIC INTEREST AND NECESSITY REQUIRE THE ACQUISITION FOR REDEVELOPMENT PURPOSES OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY DESCRIBED AS 203 EAST LOS ANGELES AVENUE; APN 512 -0 -121 -045 AND; 213 EAST LOS ANGELES AVENUE; APN 512 -0- 121 -065, AS THE SAME IS MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN EXHIBITS "A" and "B" ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREWITH. WHEREAS, the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Moorpark Agency ") made an offer to Steven A. Valenza ( "Owner ") on December 11, 2000, to purchase property for $265,000; and WHEREAS, said offer of $265,000 represents the full amount determined to be just compensation for the property and improvements; and WHEREAS, said offer is not less than the Agency's approved appraisal of the fair market value of the property; and WHEREAS, as of December 22, 2000, Owner did not accept the Agency's offer; and WHEREAS, the Agency then notified Owner on December 23, 2000, of a hearing, to be held not less than fifteen (15) days from the date of said notification, on January 17, 2001, at which time a Resolution of Necessity to acquire the property by eminent domain would be considered; and WHEREAS, Owner has not waived the fifteen (15) day notification period and has acknowledged the City's intent to hold said hearing at 6:30 p.m. on January 17, 2001 in the manner provided in the Notice of Hearing. NOW, THEREFORE, THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF MOORPARK DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. The Redevelopment Agency of the City of Moorpark hereafter "Agency "), after consideration of the staff report, staff presentation, discussion, oral testimony and evidence presented at the January 17, 2001 meeting of the Agency hereby finds, determines and declares as follows: IN Resolution No. 2001 - Page 2 1. That the public interest and necessity requires the widening of Los Angeles Avenue and the elimination of blighted, underdeveloped or inappropriately developed property; 2. That the above described improvements are planned and located in a manner that will be most compatible with the greatest public good and the least private injury; 3. That the real property described above is necessary for the proposed project; 4. That the proposed project is consistent with the Redevelopment Plan adopted by the legislative body; 5. That the offer to purchase the above described property has been made to the owner of record of the property, as required by California Government Code Section 7267.2 and said offer has not been accepted by said owner. SECTION 2. The real property that is the subject of this resolution and is to be taken by the Redevelopment Agency consists of 203 East Los Angeles Avenue; APN 512 -0 -121 -045 and; 213 East Los Angeles Avenue; APN 512 -0- 121 -065 and as described on Exhibit `A' which is attached hereto and incorporated herein, and as more particularly depicted on Exhibit `B' which is also attached hereto and incorporated herein. SECTION 3. The public use for which the above - described property is to be taken is the construction of street improvements to widen Los Angeles Avenue and for affordable housing purposes. The Redevelopment Agency is authorized to acquire the above described property by eminent domain pursuant to Section 19, Article 1 of the California Constitution, Sections 1240.010 through 1240.050 of the California Code of Civil Procedure, and Section 33391 (b) of the Health and Safety Code and Section 403 of the Redevelopment Plan. SECTION 4. If any of the above described property has been previously appropriated to some public use, the public use for which it is taken under this proceeding is a compatible public use or, in the alternative, a more necessary public use. Resolution No. 2001 - Page 3 SECTION 5. The Agency's Attorney and the firm of Burke, Williams and Sorenson are hereby authorized and directed to prepare, institute, and prosecute in the name of Redevelopment Agency of the City of Moorpark such proceedings in the court having jurisdiction thereof as may be necessary for the acquisition of the above described property. SECTION 6. The Agency Secretary shall certify to the adoption of this resolution by a vote of not less than four - fifths (4/5) of all of the members of the Agency Board of Directors. SECTION 7. This resolution shall be effective immediately upon ics aaopzion. SECTION 8. The Agency Secretary shall certify to the adoption of this resolution and shall cause a certified resolution to be filed in the book of original Resolutions. PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of January 2001. Patrick Hunter, Chair ATTEST: Deborah S. Traffenstedt Agency Secretary Attachments: Exhibit "A" Exhibit "B" Resolution No. 2001 - Page 4 EXHIBIT A MAP PCR. TRACT L, RO. SIMI O I 512-12 to Q ., ... ... 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"."<tY"'»)r. _"._ _— . _ _ _ • t_ ". 2 - rzr CITY OF MOORPARK Map f of Tract 0 of Moorpork Sub Ro. Simi RM 8k.8 Pg 13 Assessor's Map Bk 5f2 , Pp Walnut Acres Sub RM Bk.22 Pp. 79 IYOrt'- A —..ar eba ft-b— sa... Y Vhp... Cmmfy of Ventwo,CaBf. 4..rer. P-M WAD S1— 1, Cftb, Ro. Simi RM Bk. Pp. 7 .a. Yr S.ur.. The Information Provided Is Deemed Reliable, But Is Not Guaranteed. PROPERTY C 06 i 5 Resolution No. 2001 - Page 5 EXHIBIT B Legal Description PARCEL 1: THOSE PORTIONS OF BLOCK 14 AND BARD STREET (NOW ABANDONED), AS SHOWN ON THE MAP ENTITLED "MAP NO. 1 OF TRACT "O" OF MOORPARK SUBDIVISION OF RANCHO SIMI ", IN THE CITY OF MOORPARK, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 8 PAGE(S) 13 OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY, SHOWN AS "NOT A PART OF THIS SUBDIVISION" ON THE MAP OF WALNUT ACRES SUBDIVISION, RECORDED IN BOOK 22 PAGE 70 OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. EXCEPT THAT PORTION THEREOF DESCRIBED IN THAT CERTAIN JUDGEMENT REFORMING DEED RENDERED SEPTEMBER 21, 1955 IN VENTURA COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT CASE NO. 44625, A CERTIFIED COPY THEREOF RECORDED SEPTEMBER 21, 1955 AS INSTRUMENT NO. 39481 IN BOOK 1338 PAGE 5 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. ALSO EXCEPT THAT PORTION CONVEYED TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA BY THE FINAL ORDER OF CONDEMNATION RECORDED APRIL 22, 1971 IN BOOK 3805 PAGE 874 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. ALSO EXCEPT ALL OIL, GAS AND OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES AND MINERALS IN AND UNDER SAID REAL PROPERTY WHICH SUBSTANCES LIE BELOW A DEPTH OF 500 FEET FROM THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND, BUT WITHOUT THE RIGHT OF ENTRY ON THE SURFACE THEREOF FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROSPECTING FOR AND REMOVING ANY OF SAID SUBSTANCES, AS RESERVED BY MILLARD L. CORNETT IN DEED RECORDED JUNE 2, 1955 AS INSTRUMENT NO. 20302 IN BOOK 1295 PAGE 348 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. PARCEL 2: THAT PORTION OF BLOCK 14, AS SHOWN ON THE MAP ENTITLED "MAP NO.1 OF TRACT "0" OF MOORPARK SUBDIVISION OF RANCHO SIMI" rN THE CITY OF MOORPARK, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 8 PAGE (S) 13 OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT A POINT IN THE NORTH LINE OF LOS ANGELES AVENUE, 60 FEET WIDE, DISTANT THEREON NORTH 890 55' EAST 60 FEET FROM THE INTERSECTION OF SAID NORTH LINE WITH THE CENTERLINE OF BARD STREET AS SAID AVENUE AND STREET ARE SHOWN ON SAID MAP; THENCE ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID AVENUE, 1ST - NORTH 89° 55' EAST 60 FEET; THENCE PARALLEL WITH SAID CENTERLINE OF BARD STREET; 2ND - NORTH 00 01' 30" EAST 120 FEET; THENCE 3RD - SOUTH 89° 55' WEST 60 FEET; THENCE LEGAL DESCRIPTION CONTINUED... Resolution No. 2001 - Page 6 4TH - SOUTH 00 01'30" WEST 120 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. EXCEPT THAT PORTION CONVEYED TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA BY THE FINAL ORDER OF CONDEMNATION RECORDED APRIL 22, 1971 IN BOOK 3805 PAGE 874, OFFICIAL RECORDS. c C :;'J ITEM 5• g• CITY OF MOORPARK, CALIFORNIA Redevelo ment Agency Meeting of 11"11200 ACTION: APPROvF - j57APF RaEG mt-iENOaT7or1 MOORPARK REDEVELOPMENT AGFY AGENDA REPORT To: Honorable Agency Board of Directors From: Nancy Burns, Senior Management Analyst Date: January 4, 2001 (MRA Meeting of January 17, 2001) Subject: PRESENTATION FROM HABITAT FOR HUMANITY- VENTURA COUNTY BACKGROUND A request for vacant residential lots for the construction of Affordable Housing units was received December 22, 2000, from Habitat for Humanity of Ventura County. The request included a Fact Sheet on the organization and a list of possible sites and was distributed to Board Members. Staff requested an update of this list, which has been received and is attached to this report. DISCUSSION Board Member Clint Harper met with members of the Habitat organization to discuss Habitat's interest in building in Moorpark. The organization was invited to make a presentation to the Board at its January 17, 2001, meeting. Typically, Habitat receives donated properties and organizes the construction thereon of Affordable Housing Units. Some materials and labor are also donated, helping to control costs. The program utilizes the "sweat equity" concept, whereby the family that will purchase and reside in the house contributes at least five hundred (500) hours of labor toward the construction of its own house or another Habitat house. The completed house is sold to a selected family and financed for thirty (30) years with a no- interest loan in favor of Habitat. The property is subject to a recorded covenant restricting ownership of the property to Low Income households. C 0 %' _ Honorable City Council Date 01 /11 /01 Page 2 Habitat reports that its construction rate in Ventura County is currently approximately seven (7) units per year and that it anticipates growth in its future rate of building. If the City wishes to host a Habitat project, an initial endeavor of one (1) unit is suggested in Moorpark. A successful initial project could lead to subsequent Habitat projects, at Council's discretion. This would enable the organization to develop the volunteer structure within the City to support the committees needed for this type of undertaking. The organization's largest project to date, a twenty -two (22) unit subdivision, is currently under construction in Piru. A tour of these units could be arranged, if desired, to enable Councilmembers to observe the typical construction materials used and to view work -in- progress. Completed units in Piru as well as in other locations could be viewed, as well. RECOMMENDATION Refer this matter to the Affordable Housing /Community Development Committee for further review of possible cooperation in this type of project and recommendation. Attachment Request for Vacant Lots from the City of Moorpark December 18, 2000 Habitat for Humanity of Ventura County is submitting this request to acquire vacant property from the City of Moorpark for the purpose of providing affordable housing. We have surveyed a number of vacant lots that were identified by the City as well as other properties that we have located in our search. These lots are listed in priority order in Attachment A. We believe that in consideration of our total capacity in Ventura County that we can take on a building rate for the City of Moorpark of about three units' per year for the next three years. We typically would require a year to perform our usual functions of fund raising, family selection and construction. In addition some of the referenced properties could accommodate multiple units and Habitat is also prepared to engage in the construction of two and four unit complexes. By way of background, Habitat for Humanity of Ventura County is a non - profit, ecumenical Faith based housing ministry dedicated to eliminating substandard housing in our County, making decent shelter for all a matter of conscience and action. We partner with low- income families to build homes, using the principles of sweat equity" and no- profit no interest loans. Homeowners are selected on the basis of their housing need, ability to repay the loan and willingness to participate as partners. The partner families repay all of the actual costs of construction and are required to contribute 500 "sweat equity" hours toward the construction of their house. Housing development is accomplished under the direction of the Habitat officers using primarily volunteer labor and much donated material. We also utilize volunteer architectural design, legal services and skilled labor. Habitat's home sale prices are substantially reduced (to roughly one third of market value) through the organization's mustering of donated land, labor and materials. In our current and largest project, we are partnering with the County of Ventura to build Duneden ", an entire subdivision of simple decent homes for 22 low- income families in the city of Piru. In Phase 1 of the Duneden project, our three bedroom homes approximately 1,100 sq. feet) are priced at $63,000, with a $750 down payment and 450 monthly mortgage. To date a total of six homes have been completed, three are under construction and the entire project is scheduled for completion in approximately a year. Currently Habitat of Ventura County is building single - family houses at the rate of about seven per year. Habitat anticipates significant increases in yearly building rates and is projecting an annual growth rate of 40% per year rising to a level of over 30 houses per year by 2005. Furthermore in recognition of the serious shortage of family dwellings, Habitat is now prepared to construct multi -unit complexes including individual unit ownership. Other affiliates in the USA are engaged in such projects and a reservoir of experience is available to help us in such endeavors. General background information on Habitat for Humanity including the working committee A unit is defined as either a single - family home or a unit of a multi -unit complex. structure which is employed for site and family selection, partnering, construction, etc. is enclosed with this document. In summary, as stated above, Habitat is requesting the City to grant us up to three properties per year for the next three years to build single or multi - family units. We also request that the permits and fees be waived. As is our usual practice we would perform soils test and surveys before actual title transfer. We are familiar with the redevelopment process and the need for maintaining affordability requirements for up to 30 years. We also have experience with legal documents such as Disposition and Development Agreements as well as other instruments. After your initial review and expressed interest in some set of these parcels, we would anticipate a detailed assessment and determination of any unusual site conditions as a precursor to finalizing any transfer of title. We will be glad to meet with you to provide additional information that might be helpful in considering this request and to provide additional information on the Habitat Organization. For additional information or discussions please contact: Milton Radant Head Site Selection Phone No: 805 - 582 -0181 E -mail: Miltrad(cD_aol.com 2 C ia01 ^_ Attachment A Moorpark Vacant Lot Survey and Listing A survey of vacant lots in the City's old town and Virginia Colony areas has been performed based on information provided by the City. Additional lots, which we have located in our survey, are also included. While all the lots are vacant we have no information as to their value, title status, soil /geologic conditions or if they are for sale. Also while most of them appear buildable we have not ascertained the need for possible site work. The parcels are listed in order of our priority. Single - Family Parcels: 1) APN: Book 512, Page 09, Block 093, Parcel 8; located at the southwest corner of Magnolia St. & Charles St. 2) APN: Book 512, Page09, Block 093, Parcel 2; an oversized lot located on the south side of Charles St., just one lot east of Bard St. 3) APN: Book 513, Page03, Block 033, Parcels 17, 22 & 23; adjacent lots located on the south side of Avenida Colonia which back up to the SPRR tracks; one or all of these would be ideal for Habitat. 4) APN: Book 513, Pages 02 & 03, west of Block 032; this land was originally planed as an extension of Avenida Colonia on the west side of Nogales Ave. It would require zoning changes and a driveway easement for the house on the south side; otherwise quite acceptable. 5) APN: Book 513, Page 03, Block 032, Parcel 8; located on the north side of Avenida Colonia and would require a lot split; another ideal parcel for two homes. Multi -Unit Parcels: 6) APN: Book 512, Page 06, Block 062, Parcel 11; located on the south side of Everett St. between Moorpark Ave. & Walnut St. This lot appears to have originally been three separate lots and is now combined under one ownership with a house on the most easterly lot. A lot split would be required and zoning is 4 to 6 per acre. Revised January 8, 2001 3 C rC, C 6 " 7) APN: Book 512, Page 07, Block 072, Parcels 15 & 21; located on the north side of Charles St. east of Magnolia St. Both of these lots will require some grading and site work (beyond what others would require) to prepare a suitable pad for a house. Two unit complexes would apparently be permitted on each lot with zoning set at 7 to 14 per acre. 8) APN: Book 512, Page 08, Block 081, Parcel 9; this is another parcel that we have had our eye on for some time at the southwest corner of Spring Rd. & Charles St. It is large at 11,020 sq. ft. The area is zoned for 7 to 14 units per acre and the parcel would thus accommodate two to four units. There might possibly be a drainage problem, which would require investigation. 9) APN: Book 512, Page 06, Block 061, Parcels 6 & 21; located at the northwest corner of Moorpark Ave. & Everett St. These two parcels are' /2 to %of an acre in size. Using a density of 7 to 14 units per acre, three to ten units might be accommodated depending on where the rear - ascending hill begins. May be a candidate for a large developer with Habitat taking on the responsibility for several single - family units. 10) APN: Book 512, Page 13, Block 131, Parcel 7, this is a large parcel located between Bard and Millard Streets at the east end of 3rd St. While this parcel is outside the Specific Plan Boundaries we have maintained our interest in this plot since we first discovered it several years back. Again this may be a candidate for a large developer with Habitat given responsibility for several single - family units. Connotes parcels designated by the City R E VE_- IAN , u1il i•.I' i.tE'N`r R.D.A. rrEM 5= 1mr Habitat foj of Ventura FACT SHEET WHAT IS HABITAT FOR HUMANITY? Humanity County Founded in Americus, Georgia in 1976 by Millard and Linda Fuller, Habitat is a non - profit, ecumenical Christian ministry for low- income families. Habitat's goal is to eliminate substandard and poverty housing worldwide, making decent shelter for all a matter of conscience and action. Since 1976 Habitat for Humanity International has built houses in 54 countries around the world and continues to grow every day as people come together to share their gifts and needs. In 1999, the milestone 85,000`h house was built. In September 2000, during Habitat's annual Building on Faith week, the 100,0001h house will be completed. To date, Habitat has housed more than 500,000 people around the world. Habitat for Humanity has affiliates in all fifty states around the world and operates in more than sixty nations. Homes are built in partnership with future homeowners and volunteers on land donated by individuals, local cities or the county. Funding and donations to build the houses come from corporations, churches, businesses, and individual donors interested in providing housing for low- income families. WHY THE HABITAT PROGRAM WORKS Habitat is as much an economic solution as it is a housing solution. It teaches economic responsibility, capitalizes on initiative and benefits from a partnership between those who are willing to fund the dream and those who are willing to work for it. Habitat helps low- income families become homeowners rather than renters. Home ownership can transform both a family and a community, providing a long -range solution to instability and economic hardship. Habitat challenges people of compassion to provide the initial capital, through time, interest -free loans and in -kind donations to build simple, decent homes. Everyone has gifts, and everyone has needs. The challenge is to bring people together so that one person's gift meets another's need. HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF VENTURA COUNTY Founded in 1983, Habitat of Ventura County (HFH -VC) is the oldest Habitat affiliate in California. During its first decade, HFH -VC found its niche in the community doing home rehabilitation/repairs with low- income families. To date, HFH -VC has repaired more than 200 houses throughout Ventura County and completed thirteen new homes Ojai, Fillmore, Thousand Oaks, Camarillo and Piru. In 1992 Habitat received its first parcel of land from Charles Henderson of Oak View. III, without funds, and living in sub - standard conditions, Henderson turned to Habitat for help. In exchange C:1Admin Documents\Documentslfact shect1099.doc Habitat for Humanity of Ventura County Fact Sheet page 1 for a new Habitat home for himself, Charles donated the second and third lots. Charles Henderson's home was completed in 1993 and the two adjacent lots were developed in 1995 and 1997. Habitat of Ventura County has continued to grow in response to both the tremendous need for affordable housing and consistent community support. Habitat has offered communities like Camarillo, Fillmore, and Thousand Oaks an opportunity to provide simple, decent housing for families in need. Working with each city's redevelopment program, Habitat has built seven homes in those cities. After the 1994 Northridge Earthquake, with financial assistance from Habitat for Humanity International, and in partnership with two affiliates in Los Angeles County, Habitat of Ventura County rebuilt severely damaged low income portions of Simi Valley, Fillmore, and Piru. Habitat completed over 20 rehabilitations and the complete rebuild of three houses. Today, Habitat families and volunteers are working on our largest project do date — a sub- division of 22 homes in Piru scheduled for completion over the next three to four years. A unique partnership was formed with the County of Ventura allowing Habitat for Humanity to acquire 4.5 acres of land in Piru, which included the development of the land and infrastructure through CDBG and HOME funds. This joint effort will enable Habitat of Ventura County to build 22 homes over the next four to five years -- as sponsorships are identified and commitments to construction and a pledge of $70,000 to $75,000 for each house is made. The first six homes have been completed and the next 4 houses are under construction. HOW ARE FAMILIES SELECTED FOR HABITAT HOUSES? Habitat for Humanity builds houses with people in need as equal partners and encourages empowerment and self- sufficiency. Applicants are initially solicited through local ads, newspapers, radio, places of worship, and community sites. Families who meet the basic criteria must complete a Habitat housing application and agree to home visits and interviews conducted by members of the Family Selection Committee. Families are selected for partnership with Habitat based on: Need: currently living in unacceptable housing. Low income: household income between 30% and 50% of Ventura County's median income level, adjusted for family size. Ability to repay the loan: zero interest loan over 20 -30 years, approximately $450 per month. Willingness to invest their own labor —"sweat equity" -- into the project (500 hours). WHO OWNS THE HOUSE UPON COMPLETION? Habitat owns title to the home outright at the end of the project, and collects principal payments from the new homeowner over the next 20 -30 years. RESOURCES FUNDING FOR LAND AND CONSTRUCTION Habitat raises funds through tax deductible donations from individuals, corporations, and businesses, places of worship, and grants. Habitat does not accept government money for the construction of houses or general operating expenses. Habitat can, however, accept government funds for the acquisition of land, streets, utilities, or old houses needing repairs, provided those funds have no provisions attached which would violate Habitat's principles. C:1Admin Documents\Documentslfact s heet 1099.doc Habitat for Humanity of Ventura County Fact Sheet page 2 ACQUISITION OF LAND AND MATERIALS Individuals, business or local cities that recognize the need for lower income housing donate land to Habitat for Humanity of Ventura County. Local contractors, businesses or homeowners in the community donate most of the new and used building materials. Partnership with Habitat for Humanity International also offers affiliates an opportunity to partner locally with national partners such as Whirlpool. VOLUNTEER LABOR Habitat homes are built from the ground up with donated labor -- skilled and unskilled volunteers from Ventura County and the family partners. Occasionally, contractors are hired if "free" labor is not available. HOUSING COSTS The cost of building a three - bedroom Habitat house in Ventura County is $63,000. There is no profit built into the sale price of the home and payments are $450 including taxes and insurance. The homeowner purchases the home with a 1.2% down payment and repays a 22 year no- interest loan to Habitat for Humanity of Ventura County. The family's mortgage is deposited into a revolving account that supports the construction of additional homes in Ventura County. SELLING A HABITAT HOME In Ventura County, deed restrictions include first right of refusal and many of the properties must remain low- income housing for 20 years. The sale price of the house does not include the value of the land, which is held as a silent second by Habitat for Humanity of Ventura County. HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF VENTURA COUNTY HABITAT OFFICE 167 Lambert Street, Oxnard, CA 93030 805 - 485 -6065 phone; 805 -484 -5795 fax e -majl Habitatvc @vcnet.com Annette Houchin, Business Manager Karen Jensen, Administrative Assistant BOARD OF DIRECTORS Teresa Romney, Board President Ginny Sargent, Past President Donna Embry, Secretary Elden Sandy, Board Member Nancy Stehle, Board Member Martin Kircher, Board Member C:\Admin Documen t s0ocumentsVact sheet1099.doc Habitat for Humanity of Ventura County Fact Sheet page 3 COMMITTEES Church Relations Coordinates with local churches and temples for use of church facilities, group projects, donation of time, money, materials and house sponsorships. Communications Committee Develops communication plan; promotes activities, accomplishments and goals of Habitat through speakers, promotional materials, press releases, advertising, newsletters, and events. Family Selection Committee Elizabeth Armstrong, Chair Accepts applications; reviews, interviews, selects and presents to board qualified families. Family Partner Committee Deanna Wilson, Chair Ensures Habitat family partners are successful throughout construction, meet sweat equity commitment, understand home ownership /maintenance, and have a positive relationships with Habitat. Fund Development Committee Creates and manages fund development plan to ensure continued funding in the form of land, cash donations and housing materials through fundraising programs and events. Site Selection Milton Radant, Chair Prepares for future Habitat projects through assessment of community needs; building relationships with private and public organizations; evaluating, recommending and procuring property. Also handles necessary permits and plans required to prepare the land for construction. New Construction Elden Sandy, Chair Provides overall management, guidance and direction to the construction teams throughout Ventura County. Oversees house designs, develops construction specifications and practices, and coordinates the efforts of these plans. Materials, Equipment & Tools Elden Sandy, Chair Supports the New Construction and Repair Committees through solicitations and storage of materials, equipment and tools. Repair Committee Selects applicants with owner occupied homes whose health and safety are impacted by current living conditions and coordinates necessary repairs. Nominating Committee Provides a continuing source of experienced and motivated individuals to serve on the Board of Directors and chair committees. Volunteer Coordination Joan Olsen & Bea Sandy, Co-Chairs Recruits and places volunteers, recognizes volunteers, and works closely with other committees to schedule volunteers for construction, events and other community projects. 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