Meeting Summary
The city council meeting focused on a detailed presentation and extensive discussion regarding a proposed affordable housing project at 1210 West Robinson Street. Representatives from the Norman Housing Authority and the city's CDBG grants manager clarified the project's nature as permanent supportive housing, not a homeless shelter, outlining its operational model, funding, and benefits. Council members debated the project's cost, public perception, and the city's role in providing such housing, ultimately deciding to place the item on the next agenda for reconsideration and authorization to develop an RFP for operators.
Key Decisions & Votes
Reconsideration of Affordable Housing Project at 1210 West Robinson Street and Authorization for RFP Development
Not availableThe council decided to place the affordable housing project at 1210 West Robinson Street on the next available agenda for reconsideration. Additionally, staff will be authorized to develop a Request for Proposal (RFP) for potential operators of the facility, contingent on the council's action on the item.
Financial Matters
Acquisition of 1210 West Robinson Street property
Purchase of a former nursing home for conversion into affordable housing.
Rehabilitation of 1210 West Robinson Street property
Estimated cost for converting the building into 27 studio and 13 one-bedroom units.
Operations funding for supportive services
Special allocation from city of Norman Home ARPA funding for voluntary case management and life-improving services.
Project-based rental assistance
Norman Housing Authority to provide Section 8 project-based rental assistance, payable to the property owner, in addition to tenant lease payments (30% of income).
Coming Up
Tabled
- Affordable Housing Project at 1210 West Robinson Street (to be revisited on next agenda)
Watch For
- Development of RFP for operators of the 1210 West Robinson Street project
- Council determination of ownership and management structure for the 1210 West Robinson Street project
- Finalization of construction documents for 1210 West Robinson Street project
Agenda Summary
Discussion with the Norman Housing Authority regarding an affordable housing project located at 1210 West Robinson Street
Presentation and discussion about converting a former nursing home into 27 studio and 13 one-bedroom permanent supportive housing units, funded by ARPA and sustained by project-based Section 8 vouchers. The discussion covered operational models, tenant screening, rules enforcement, and financial aspects.