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Approving the use of grant funds through the Neighborhood STAR Year-Round Program for 862-868 Randolph Avenue.
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WHEREAS, on June 6, 2020, the Neighborhood STAR Board reviewed a proposal for STAR grant financing through the Neighborhood STAR Year-Round Program for assistance with city required repairs to the exterior of 862-868 Randolph Avenue; and
WHEREAS, this mixed-use building continues to positively impact this Saint Paul neighborhood with its retail establishment and affordable housing;
WHEREAS, the Neighborhood STAR Board rated this project a 4.16 on a scale from 1 (low)
to 5 (high); and
WHEREAS, it is the intent of the Mayor and the Saint Paul City Council to participate in the financing of these activities by providing up to $24,000 in grant financing through the Ward 2 Neighborhood STAR Year-Round Program; and
WHEREAS, with project timing being of the utmost importance, eligible expenses incurred after June 5, 2020 would be eligible for STAR reimbursement; now be it
RESOLVED, upon the recommendation of the Mayor, the Council of the City of Saint Paul hereby authorizes and directs the appropriate City officials to execute the necessary grant documents to implement this Resolution, subject to approval by the City Attorney; and be it
FINALLY RESOLVED, staff of the Department of Planning and Economic Development are further authorized and directed to proceed with all other actions necessary to implement this Resolution.