ACTION ITEM
SPONSOR: Dianne Robinson, WRB Chairperson
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AMENDMENT OF FY2021-25 PROJECT LIST & IMPLEMENTATION PLAN TO ADD RESIDENTIAL RESILIENCY PROGRAM
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RECOMMENDATION:
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That the Westside Redevelopment Board (WRB) amend its’ recommended FY2021-25 Project List and Implementation Plan to add the Residential Resiliency Program.
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SUMMARY:
On July 28, 2020, the Westside Redevelopment Board (WRB) recommended a project list and 5-year implementation plan for implementation of projects beginning in Fiscal Year 2021, which began October 1, 2020.
In an effort to expeditiously remedy damage to homes and property caused by Hurricane Sally and, concurrently, harden homes against future natural disasters, a CRA Residential Resiliency Program was drafted and presented to the Community Redevelopment Agency at their October 5th meeting. The CRA approved the program due to the emergency nature of the issue. The program will provide assistance for residential property located within the City of Pensacola’s adopted Urban Core, Westside, and Eastside community redevelopment areas to repair damage caused by the hurricane and harden structures against damage from future natural disasters. It is anticipated that typical repairs will include emergency roof repair and replacement, hazardous tree removal and trimming, emergency electrical, plumbing, and structural repair and repair of outdoor mechanical equipment, such as HVAC and elevation in high hazard flood areas. However, the program will principally target roof repair/replacement of damaged roofs and removal of fallen or damaged trees.
The WRB is asked to provide input regarding the program and to amend its’ recommended project list and implementation plan to add the project. The draft program guidelines (subject to legal review) are attached.
PRIOR ACTION:
July 28, 2020 - The WRB recommended a project list and 5-year implementation plan for implementation of projects beginning in Fiscal Year 2021 through Fiscal Year 2025.
FUNDING:
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STAFF CONTACT:
Kerrith Fiddler, Deputy City Administrator - Community Development
M. Helen Gibson, AICP, CRA Administrator
Victoria D’Angelo, Asst. CRA Administrator
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Draft Residential Resiliency Program Guidelines
PRESENTATION: No
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