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TO: REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Costa
FROM: Phil Batchelor r, un' JCounty
Executive Director
DATE: November 4, 1997
SUBJECT: FY 1997-98 Redevelopment Agency Budget
SPECIFIC REQUEST(S) OR RECOMMENDATIONS(S) & BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION
RECOMMENDATIONS
ADOPT the attached annual Redevelopment Agency budget for fiscal year 1997-98 in
compliance with California Community Redevelopment Law.
FISCAL IMPACT
This budget provides for no General Fund subvention of the Agency (see below).
BACKGROUND/REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATIONS
California Community Redevelopment Law (Health & Safety Code Section 33606) requires
in part that the Redevelopment Agency adopt an annual budget containing specific
information. The attached report fulfills the requirements of Redevelopment Law and
establishes a framework for implementation of the Contra Costa County Redevelopment
Agency budget for fiscal year 1997-98. This budget has been reviewed by local Project Area
Committees.
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County Counsel
County Administrator ,
Auditor-Controller BY J , DEPUTY
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The total 1997/98 Budget for the Contra Costa County Redevelopment Agency is approximately $32.z
million. Revenue sources include:
Amount (in millions)
Source ($000.000) Percentaae
Annual Tax Increments $ 11.0 53%
Agency Tax Allocation Bond Proceeds 13.4 41
Other Revenues 8.0 25
TOTAL $ 32.4 100%
General uses of funds include:
Amount (in millions)
Project Type ($000.000) Percentage
Capital Improvements $ 17.2 53%
Housing Projects/Programs 4.5 14
Economic Development Projects/Programs 6.1 19
Community Enhancement Programs 0.3 1
Planning Studies 0.3 1
Debt Repayment 2.5 8
Payments to Other Agencies 0.6 2
Administration 0.9 3
TOTAL $ 32.4 100%*
`Rounding error
The Redevelopment Agency has five adopted Redevelopment Plans. Revenues are as follows:
Amount (in millions)
Redevelopment Project Area ($000.000) Percentage
Pleasant Hill BART Station Area $ 16.2 50%
North Richmond 2.6 8
Bay Point 6.0 19
Oakley 6.4 20
Rodeo 1.2 4
TOTAL $ 32.4 100%
The Redevelopment Agency is undertaking over 75 budgeted projects, while utilizing only 3% of revenues
for administration. Over twenty revenue sources are utilized to creatively address redevelopment and
community requirements. Major projects, by category, are highlighted below. A complete project description
is included as part of the work program for each redevelopment area.
A. Major capital improvements, including:
1. As part of Amendments to the Pleasant Hill BART Specific Plan, reorienting the
circulation improvements to emphasize alternative modes, including pedestrian, bicycle
and transit - Pleasant Hill BART;
2. Completing additional segment to the Iron Horse Trail and a respite area at Del
Hombre - Pleasant Hill BART;
3. Initiation of a Northtown Revitalization Program - Bay Point;
4. Park improvements - Oakley;
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5. Frontage improvements - Rodeo.
B. Major housing development financial assistance, including:
1. Annual financial assistance payment for 134 units of affordable housing - Pleasant Hil
BART;
2. Area 4 residential site - Pleasant Hill BART;
3. North Richmond Senior Housing - North Richmond;
4. Parkway Estates - North Richmond;
5. Housing site acquisition/assistance - Bay Point;
6. Targeted housing rehabilitation, North Broadway area - Bay Point;
7. Planning for Homeownership Zone - Bay Point;
8. Golden Oak Senior Manor - Oakley;
9. Housing for physically disabled - Oakley;
10. Senior Housing - Rodeo,
11. First Time Homebuyer/Housing rehabilitation assistance - North Richmond and Bay
Point;
12. Capacity building for a neighborhood based non-profit - North Richmond.
C. Economic Development activities include:
1. Marketing program for the five redevelopment project areas;
2. Small business incubator establishment - North Richmond;
3. Targeted property acquisition/assistance - Bay Point and Oakley;
4 Commercial facade rehabilitation program - Rodeo and Bay Point;
5. Light industrial area infrastructure improvements - Oakley;
6. Light industrial feasibility study - Bay Point,
7. Commercial center re-use plan - Bay Point,
8. Marina/waterfront feasibility study - Rodeo.
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CONTRA COSTA COUNTY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
BUDGET AND WORK PROGRAM FOR
FISCAL YEAR 1997-98
INTRODUCTION
California Community Redevelopment Law (Health & Safety Code Section 33606) requires the
Redevelopment Agency to adopt an annual budget containing the following:
- Anticipated revenues and proposed expenditures of the Agency;
- Proposed indebtedness to be incurred by the Agency;
- A work program for the coming year, including goals; and
- An examination of the previous year's achievements.
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I PLEASANT HILL BART STATION AREA
A. REVENUES/EXPENSES FY 97/98: Revenues and proposed expenditures are as shown:
SOURCES 8 USES
------------USES---------------- ----------------------------------------SOURCES------------------------------------------
******Tax Increments******* *******Bond Proceeds******* Specific Other
Capital Funds Housing Funds Capital Funds Housing Funds Plan Fees Revenues TOTAL
------------- ------------- ------------- ------------- --------- -------- -------
PAYMENTS TO OTHER AGENCIES
Fiscal Agreements $92,000 $92,000
CAPITAL PROTECTS
Circulation Improvements $7,449,000 $4,991,672 c $12,440,672
Traffic Studies $20,000 $20,000
EIR $50,000 $50,000
Specific Plan Consultant $40,000 $40,000
Other Planning/Financial Consult. $50,000 $50,000
Fiscal Consultant $15,000 $15,000
Iron Horse Trail $136,000 $136,000
SP R/W Management Program $10,000 $10,000
Del Hombre Respite $50,000 $50,000
Reserve for Greenspace $160,000 d $160,000
Marketing Program $10,000 $10,000
Unallocated Capital Funds $57,491 $225,000 d,f $282,491
Property Expenses (taxes, misc) $50,000 $50,000
HOUSING PROTECTS
Park Regency Financial Assistance $336,440 $538,560 $875,000
DEBT SERVICE
County Debt $160,000 $160,000
Bonded Indebtedness $1,319,000 $1,319,000
Glenfed Interest Payment (Area 4) $140,000 $140,000
ADMINISTRATION
Salaries $2,000 $2,000
Services s Supplies $282,449
$282,449
Equipment $5,500 $5,500
TOTALS $2,689,880 a b$538,560 $7,449,000
, ;0 ;5,127,672 $385,000 ;16,190,112 e
a: Capital Funds include Annual Increment $2,114,000
Carryover $549,000
Interest Earnings $26,880
TOTAL $2,689,880
b: Housing Funds include Annual Increment $528,000
Carryover $0
Interest Earnings $10,560
TOTAL $538,560
c: Specific Plan Fees include Cash $2,972,000
Mello-Roos Bond Proceeds $1,900,792
Interest Earnings $118,880
TOTAL $4,991,672
d: Current 6 accrued earnings from property rentals
e: Additional encumbrances available for expenditure, but not listed in the budget, are:
Meyer Mohaddes Associates $6,316
Heller-Manus $1,870
Planning Analysis 6 Development $42,546
VisCom $1,000
Delany, Cochran, & Castillo $3,875
f: Utility reimbursement
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B. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: PLEASANT HILL BART STATION AREA
1. Fiscal Agreements: Pass-thru payments to Taxing Agencies pursuant to
approved Fiscal Agreements.
2. Circulation Improvements: Construction funds as part of Specific Plan
Amendments/EH?,/Traffic Study are reserved for future project(s) to be
determined.
3. Traffic Studies: Completion of traffic study (initiated in FY 1996) of
alternative circulation improvements and alternative land use scenarios.
4. EIR: Environmental documentation for Specific Plan Amendments.
5. Specific Plan Consultant: Consultant costs associated with Specific Plan
Amendment consideration.
6. Other Consultants: Consultant costs associated with economic, real estate,
public finance, aspects of the Specific Plan Amendment.
7. Fiscal Consultant: Consultant to prepare Agency tax increment projections
for scoping Specific Plan implementation capabilities.
8. Iron Horse Trail: Completion of additional segments of the Iron Horse Trail
in the Pleasant Hill BART vicinity.
9. SP Right-Of-Way Management Program: Proportional costs to the
Redevelopment Agency for support of the County effort to ensure continued
operation of the former Southern Pacific right-of-way as a facility to
accommodate multiple uses.
10. Del Hombre Respite: Conversion of a remnant portion of Del Hombre to a
respite area to complement the Iron Horse Trail.
11. Reserve for Greenspace: Reserve for development of proposed greenspace
on former Southern Pacific right-of-way.
12. Marketing Program: Preparation of a marketing plan and collateral materials
to enhance the image of, and to stimulate economic development activities in,
the Pleasant Hill BART Station Area.'
13. Unallocated Capital Funds: Capital Projects funds reserved for future
designation.
14. Property Expenses: Special assessments/special taxes and property
maintenance on Agency held property.
15. Park Regency Financial Assistance: Contractually obligated payment to Park
Regency owner for affordable housing.
16. County Debt: Repayment of funds borrowed from County Assessment
District 1983-1. Repaid monies to fund Transportation Demand Management
(TDM)Program at the Pleasant Hill BART Station.
17. Bonded Indebtedness: Principal and interest due on outstanding bonded
indebtedness.
18. Glenfed Interest Payment: Payment on interest only note with Glendale
Federal Savings for acquisition of Area 4 residential site.
19. Administration: Salaries, services, supplies, and equipment in support of
project implementation.
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C. INDEBTEDNESS - PLEASANT HILL BART STATION AREA
As of June 30, 1997, the Agency has approximately $44.5 million in debt. The major
elements of Agency debt for the Pleasant Hill BART Station Area are:
• $33.7 million in principal and interest due on Tax Allocation Bonds
issued in June, 1992.
• $.82 million due to Pleasant Hill BART TSM fund for an advance
from transit fees.
• $2.1 million due to the County Affordable Housing Trust Fund for
property acquisition (Area 4).
• $1.2 million due Glendale Federal Savings for property acquisition
(Area 4).
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II NORTH RICHMOND REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA
A. REVENUES/EXPENSES FY 97/98: Revenues and proposed expenditures are as shown:
SOURCES & USES
------------USES---------------- ----------------------------------SOURCES-------------------------------------
******Tax Increments******* *******Bond Proceeds******* Other
Capital Funds Housing Funds Capital Funds Housing Funds Revenues TOTAL
------------- ------------- ------------- ------------- --------- ---------
PAYMENTS TO OTHER AGENCIES
Fiscal Agreements $0 $0
CAPITAL PROJECTS
Market/Chesley Rail Xing $22,451 $22,451
Unallocated Capital Funds $10,000 $90,000 $100,000
HOUSING PROJECTS
Senior Housing Project $42,613 $500,000 d $542,613
1st Time Homebuyer/203(k) $62,500 $250,000 a $312,500
Parkway Estates $17,808 $22,407 $258,500 $298,715
CHDC Capacity Building $35,000 $35,000
Construction Manager-Parkway $23,063 $11,960 $35,023
Property Holding Expenses $7,500 $7,500
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES
Incubator Fesibility Analysis $43,495 $43,495
Incubator/Economic Development $58,775 $134,775 $193,550
Mixed Use Project (Sr. Hag) $5,255 $301,774 $230,447 c $537,476
Marketing Program $10,000 $10,000
COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAMS
COMET Activities $20,000 $20,000
OPEN Job Training Program $5,300 $5,300
Abatement-Revolving Loan Fund $40,000 $20,000 f $60,000
DEBT SERVICE
Bonded Indebtedness $176,800 $44,200 $221,000
ADMINISTRATION
Salaries $2,000 $2,000
Services & Supplies $122,724 $122,724
Equipment $1,500 $1,500
TOTALS $504,220 a $196,180 b $549,000 $321,000 $1,000,447 $2,570,847 c
a: Capital Funds include: Annual Increment $410,800
Carryover $87,000
Interest Earnings $6,420
TOTAL $504,220
b: Housing Funds include: Annual Increment $103,200
Carryover $90,000
Interest Earnings $2,960
TOTAL $196,180
c: Loan from County Trust Fund
3: Loan from County Affordable Housing Trust Fund
e: County HOME Funds
f: County funds (prospective)
g: Additional encumbrances available for expenditure, but not included in the budget, are:
* Debra Sanderson $585
* Southern Pacific Lines $113,775
* CHDC of North Richmond $2,978
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B. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: NORTH RICHMOND
1. Fiscal Agreements: Pass-thru payments to Taxing Agencies pursuant to
approved Fiscal Agreements.
2. Brookside Drive Realignment: Completion of project to eliminate two
hazardous ninety degree turns on Brookside Drive, a major circulation
corridor into the employment area of North Richmond.
3. Market and Chesley Railroad Crossings: Completion of a project to
permanently improve the Union Pacific Railroad crossings on both Market
and Chesley.
4. Unallocated Capital Funds: Capital funds reserved for future designation.
5. Senior Housing Project: Acquisition, predevelopment, construction, and
permanent loan financing of a 50-unit senior citizen housing project. Project
has secured federal financing(HUD 202, CDBG and HOME funds) necessary
to bring it to completion.
6. First Time Homebuyer/203K Program: First time homebuyer and down
payment assistance for lower-income households purchasing and rehabilitating
homes in the North Richmond Redevelopment Project Area. The program
has secured HOME funds to be used to provide additional assistance.
7. Parkway Estates: Predevelopment, construction and first time
homebuyer/down payment assistance for lower-income households purchasing
a home in the 87 unit single family housing development. Agency funds are
being used with CDBG and HOME federal program funds.
8. CHDC Capacity Building/Support: Administrative support for a
neighborhood based non-profit housing developer - Community Housing
Development Corporation of North Richmond.
9. Construction Manager: Party to oversee construction of Parkway Estates
project on behalf of Agency and the CHDC and Oakland Community
Housing, Inc. development team.
10. Property Holding Expenses: Maintenance of Agency owned properties.
11. Incubator Feasibility Analysis: Preparation of a financial feasibility study for
siting a light industrial business incubator facility in North Richmond.
12. Incubator/Economic Development: Funds to begin implementing the
Incubator Feasibility Analysis if proven feasible. If the incubator project is
unfeasible, these funds will be redirected to another economic development
project.
13. Mixed Use Project: Acquisition, predevelopment, and construction of up to
10,000 square feet of commercial/retail space and a Center for Health. This
project is co-located with the Senior Housing project. Agency funds are being
used with a variety of federal, state, and other local funds.
14. Marketing Program: Preparation of a marketing plan and collateral materials
to enhance the image of, and to stimulate economic development activities in,
North Richmond.
15 COMET Activities: Redevelopment Agency contribution to comprehensive
r^!.1nty/City neighborhood improvement program.
16. OPEN Job Training Program: Carry-over of funding of Rubicon's program
to link jobs being created in employment area of North Richmond to
unincorporated area residents.
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17. Abatement -Revolving Loan Fund: Funds to initiate an abatement revolving
loan fund for structures which pose health and safety hazards. Agency funds
are expected to be used with other County funds.
18. Bonded Indebtedness: Principal and interest due on outstanding bonded
indebtedness.
19. Administration: Salaries, services, supplies, and equipment in support of
project implementation.
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C. INDEBTEDNESS -NORTH RICHMOND
The Agency has incurred approximately$6.7 million in debt as of June 30, 1997. The
major elements include:
• $5.9 million in principal and interest due on Tax Allocation Bonds
issued in June, 1992 and June, 1995.
• $530,000 to the County for advances from the County Affordable
Housing Trust Fund.
• $200,000 contracted obligations with the County for road and
drainage improvements.
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III BAY POINT REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA
A. REVENUES/EXPENSES FY 97/98: Revenues and proposed expenditures are as shown:
SOURCES S USES
----------USES---------------- ----------------------------------SOURCES-------------------------------------
******Tax Increments******* *******Bond Proceeds******* Other
Capital Funds Housing Funds Capital Funds Housing Funds Revenues TOTAL
------------- ------------- ------------- ------------- --------- ---------
PAYMENTS TO OTHER AGENCIES
Fiscal Agreements $185,000 $185,000
CAPITAL PROJECTS a
Facade Rehabilitation Assistance $28,790 $15,800 d $44,590
Facade Rehabilitation Admin $7,500 $7,500
Pacifica Park $60,000 $60,000
McAvoy Harbor Rail Xing Impvt $20,000 $20,000
North Broadway Area Impvts-Phase I $2,100,000 $2,100,000
North Broadway Phase II/III Design $300,000 $300,000
Family Preservation Pgm. Support $40,000 a $40,000
Abatement Pgm--RLF N. Bdwy Area $30,000 $30,000
Abatement Pgm--RLF Bay Point $20,000 $30,000 h $50,000
Community Group Funding Program $20,000 $20,000
Unallocated Capital Funds $361,186 $192,000 $105,000 f $658,186
HOUSING PROJECTS
First Time Homebuyer Program/203(k) $42,850 $19,650 $250,000 d $312,500
No Bdwy Area - New Construction $400,000 $150,000 $0 $550,000
Targeted Housing Rehab Program $50,000 $0 $50,000
Homeownership Zone - Planning $25,000 $25,000
Unallocated Housing Funds $213,290 $20,350 $233,640
DEBT SERVICE
Bonded Indebtedness $344,000 $86,000 $430,000
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES
Land Acquisition $540,000 $540,000
Marketing $10,000 $10,000
Shore Acres Center:Re-use Study $25,000 $25,000 g $50,000
Light Industrial Feasibility Study $25,000 $25,000 g $50,000
PLANNING ACTIVITIES
BART/Bailey Rd Plan EIR $25,000 $25,000
ADMINISTRATION
*Salaries $2,000 $2,000
*Services 6 Supplies $177,514 $177,514
*Equipment $4,750 $4,750
TOTALS $1,645,740 a $817,140 b $2,832,000 $190,000 $490,800 $5,975,680 c
a: Capital Funds include: Annual Increment $832,400
Carryover $787,800
Interest Earnings $25,540
TOTAL $1,645,740
b: Housing Funds include: Annual Increment $207,600
Carryover $595,200
Interest Earnings $14,340
TOTAL $817,140
cs Additional encumbrances available for expenditure, but not included in the budget are:
* Site Development Consultants $188
* Cannon Design Group $35,090
* Dykstra 6 Associates $2,615
ds County CDBG Funds
es Family Support Funds via Social Services Dept. Contract
f: Reimbursement from OCTA
g: Property owner contributions
hs Keller Canyon Mitigation Funds
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B. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: BAY POINT
1. Fiscal Agreements: Pass-thru payments to Taxing Agencies pursuant to
approved Fiscal Agreements.
2 Facade Rehabilitation Program: Financial assistance program to improve the
exterior physical appearance of commercial properties in Bay Point. A
revolving loan fund is to be paired with County Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG)funds and a match from the property owner or business
tenant.
3. Pacifica Park: Installation of new playground structure and renovation of
existing restroom.
4. McAvoy Harbor Rail Crossing: Project to improve the Union Pacific Railroad
Crossing into McAvoy/Harris Harbor areas.
5. North Broadway Area Improvements: Project to include widening and paving
of streets, installation of curb, gutter, and sidewalks, improvements to the
water/sewer systems, and installation of underground storm drains and street
lights in the area north of Willow Pass Road and east of Bailey Road.
6. North Broadway Phase II/III Design: An additional $300,000 of capital funds
has been programmed for the design/engineering of Phase II and III.
7. Family Preservation Program Support: Under an inter-agency agreement with
the County Social Service Department, the Redevelopment Agency will
provide assistance to the Pre-School Coordinating Council in securing office
space/meeting facilities to operate the Family Preservation and Support
Program for Bay Point. The funds were provided by the Social Service
Department's Family Support Fund for this specific project and will be used
for rent and tenant improvements.
8. Abatement Program - Revolving Loan Fund (North Broadway Area): A
Revolving Loan Fund for abatement activities in support of revitalization
activities in the North Broadway area.
9. Abatement Program - Revolving Loan Fund (Bay Point): Redevelopment
Agency contribution to the County's proposed Revolving Loan Fund for
abatement activities in the Bay Point Redevelopment Project Area.
Redevelopment Agency funds will be matched with Keller Canyon Mitigation
funds.
10. Community Group Funding Program: Funds to support neighborhood
"beautification" projects, such as graffiti removal and vacant lot/yard cleanup,
initiated by volunteer groups in Bay Point.
11. Unallocated Capital Funds: Capital Project funds reserved for future
designation.
12. First Time Homebuyer/203K Program: First time homebuyer and down
payment assistance for lower-income households purchasing and rehabilitating
homes in the Bay Point Redevelopment Project Area. The program has
secured HOME funds to be used to provide additional assistance.
13. North Broadway Area-New Construction: Funds dedicated for new housing
construction in the North Broadway Area.
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14. Targeted Housing Rehabilitation Program: A joint effort between the
Redevelopment Agency and the Housing Authority targeting rental property
owners in the North Broadway area to utilize the County's Rental
Rehabilitation Program. Redevelopment Agency funds will be used to
augment low interest loans provided by the Housing Authority-administered
Rental Rehabilitation Program.
15. Homeownership Zone - Planning: Funds to develop a homeownership
strategy that includes a conceptual site plan and design guidelines for the
North Broadway Area, in preparation for submittal of a Homeownership Zone
application to the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development in
1998.
16. Unallocated Housing Funds: Housing Set-Aside funds reserved for future
designation.
17. Bonded Indebtedness: Principal and interest due on outstanding bonded
indebtedness.
18. Economic Development/Land Acquisition: Additional acquisition of strategic
parcels suitable for employment and/or retail sales tax or TOT generating
uses.
19. Marketing: Preparation of a marketing plan and collateral materials to
enhance the image of, and to stimulate economic development activities in,
Bay Point.
20. Shore Acres Center-Re-Use Study: An evaluation of alternative uses at the
Shore Acres Center, including commercial and residential uses.
21. Light Industrial Feasibility Study: Preparation of a feasibility analysis and
implementation plan for key industrial properties in the Bay Point area.
22. Bailey Road/BART Specific Plan EIR: Preparation of an Environmental
Impact Report (if necessary) on the proposed Specific Plan.
23. Administration: Salaries, services, supplies, and equipment in support of
project implementation.
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C. INDEBTEDNESS - BAY POINT
The Agency has incurred approximately $14.8 million in debt as of June 30, 1997,
including:
• $11.6 million in principal and interest on Tax Allocation Bonds issued
in June, 1992 and December, 1995.
• $290,000 contracted obligations with the County for road and
drainage improvements.
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IV OAKLEY REDEVELOPMENT PROTECT AREA
A. REVENUES/EXPENSES FY 97/98: Revenues and proposed expenditures are as shown:
SOURCES s USES
------------USES---------------- ----------------------------------SOURCES-------------------------------------
•*****Tax Increments******* *******Bond Proceeds******* Other
o
Capital Funds Housing Funds Capital Funds Housing Funds Revenues TOTAL
------------- ------------- ------------- ------------- --------- ---------
PAYMENTS TO OTHER AGENCIES
Fiscal Agreements $235,000 $235,000
CAPITAL PROJECTS
Road Impvts-Empire to vintage $1,967 $1,967
Park Acquisition/Improvements $100,000 $100,000
Main Street Park $100,000 $100,000
Signal--Hwy 4 & Malicote $50,000 $50,000
Sand Hill Infrastructure $0 c $0
MARSH Revitalization $198,976 $198,976
Industrial Area Economic Analysis $220 $220
Unallocated Capital Funds $180,722 $180,722
HOUSING PROJECTS
Golden Oak Senior Manor $120,708 $120,708
811 Project $299,266 $28,000 $327,266
Unallocated Housing Funds $99,206 $99,206
DEBT SERVICE
Bonded Indebtedness $198,400 $49,600 $248,000
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES $0
Property Acquisition-Main @ Norcross $975,000 $936,500 d $1,913,500
Property Holding Expenses $25,000 $25,000
Specific Plan Consultant $5,000 $5,000
Light Industrial Area Improvements $779,650 $1,774,033 $2,553,683
Marketing Program $25,000 $25,000
ADMINISTRATION
Salaries $2,000 $2,000
Services & Supplies $168,642 $168,642
Equipment $4,750 $4,750
TOTALS $2,848,360 a $568,780 b $1,976,000 $28,000 $938,500 $6,359,640 e
a: Capital Funds include: Annual Increment $990,000
Carryover $1,806,400
Interest Earnings $51,960
TOTAL $2,848,360
b: Housing Funds include: Annual Increment $248,000
Carryover $310,600
Interest Earnings $10,180
TOTAL $568,780
c: Outstanding committment of $829,000 will need to be provided when SUB 7689 develops
d: County General Liability Trust Funds
e: Additional encumbrances available for expenditure, but not included in the budget, are:
• Applied Development Economics $8,441
* George Miers & Associates $9,015
* EAH $3,137
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B. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: OAKLEY
1. Fiscal Agreements: Pass-thru payment to Taxing Agencies pursuant to
approved Fiscal Agreements.
2. Road Improvements: Empire to Vintage Avenue. Completion of
landscaping, landscape irrigation facilities, median islands and sidewalks along
State Route 4.
3. Park Improvements/Acquisition: Implementation of the Oakley Parks Master
Plan.
4. Main Street Park: A passive pocket park to be developed adjacent to the
Silver Oaks housing for disabled (811) project (see item #11 below).
5. Signal-Highway 4 and Malicoat Avenue: A traffic signal is to be constructed
at the intersection of Malicoat and State Route 4 to mitigate expected
increased traffic from a proposed subdivision on the easterly end of Malicoat.
The developer, Redevelopment Agency and Public Works Department will
share the cost of the signal.
6. Sand Hill Infrastructure: Improvements including the paving of streets,
installation of curb, gutter and sidewalks, and drainage/sewer system facilities
in the older Sand Hill neighborhood. Agency funds will be used in
conjunction with developer funds. An additional $829,000 of future
redevelopment funds have been programmed for this project, and will be made
available when Subdivision 7689 is built.
7. M.A.R.S.H. Revitalization Project: Installation of new sidewalks where none
are present, repair of existing sidewalks which compromise health and safety,
and installation of handicap curbs on residential streets in the area bounded by
Main on the north,Norcross on the west, Home on the south, and 5th on the
east.
8. Industrial Area Economic Analysis: Completion of an economic/financial
feasibility analysis of the industrial area of Oakley located generally between
Neroly on the west, Oakley on the south, Empire on the east, and State Route
4 on the north.
9. Unallocated Capital Funds: Reserve funds for new and/or existing capital
projects.
10. Golden Oak Senior Manor: Predevelopment, construction and permanent
loan financing for a 50 unit development for low and moderate income senior
citizens. Agency funds are being used with Low Income Housing Tax
Credits, CDBG, and County HOME funds.
11. Silver Oaks Apartments: Predevelopment, construction, and permanent loan
financing for a new 24 unit development for lower income physically disabled
individuals. Agency funds are being used with HUD 811, County CDBG, and
County HOME funds.
12. Unallocated Housing Funds: Housing set-aside funds reserved for future
designation.
13. Debt Service - Bonded Indebtedness: Payment on debts (i.e., bonds and
contractual obligations) the Agency has incurred for the Oakley
Redevelopment Plan.
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14. Property Acquisition -Norcross Lane and Main Street: The Redevelopment
Agency's 50% share of acquisition costs for a 5.5 acre parcel in the
Downtown Specific Plan area at the southwest corner of State Route 4 and
Norcross Lane. Funds are also available for property disposition expenses.
15. Property Holding Expenses: Funds to maintain Agency owned properties.
16. Specific Plan Consultant: Services related to the final publication of the Old
Town Specific Plan.
17. Light Industrial Area Improvements: Funds to implement Phase I
improvements (as detailed in the Industrial Area Economic Analysis) to the
light industrial area. Project will include road extensions and improvements,
undergrounding of utilities, and installing a storm drain from Live Oak
Avenue easterly to State Route 4.
18. Marketing Program: Preparation of a marketing plan and collateral materials
to enhance the image of, and stimulate economic development activities in,
Oakley. This project also includes carrying out the Light Industrial Area
marketing program.
19. Administration: Salaries, services, supplies, and equipment in support of
project implementation.
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C. INDEBTEDNESS: O AKLE Y
The Agency has incurred approximately $7.9 million in debt as of June 30, 1997,
which includes:
• $6.3 million in principal and interest on Tax Allocation Bonds issued
in June, 1992.
• $100,000 in contractual obligations to the Contra Costa Mosquito
Abatement District.
• $208,000 in contractual obligations to the County of Contra Costa for
infrastructure improvements.
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V RODEO REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA
A. REVENUES/EXPENSES: FY 97/98. Revenues and proposed expenditures are as shown:
SOURCES & USES
------------USES---------------- SOURCES-------------------------------------
******Tax Increments******* "*******Bond Proceeds******* Other
Capital Funds Housing Funds Capital Funds Housing Funds Revenues TOTAL
------------- ------------- ------------- ------------- --------- ---------
PAYMENTS TO OTHER AGENCIES
Fiscal Agreements $65,000 $65,000
CAPITAL PROJECTS
Facade Rehabilitation Loans/Grants $67,500 $28,700 d $96,200
Facade Rehabilitation Administration $18,500 $18,500
Facade Improvement-189/199 Parker $15,000 $15,000
Hillcrest Frontage Improvements $100,000 $30,000 d $130,000
Parker Ave. Impvts--Prelim Eng. $50,000 $50,000
Property Holding Costs $5,000 $2,000 a $7,000
Unallocated Capital Funds $52,260 $52,260
HOUSING PROJECTS
Senior Housing Site Acquisition $100,000 $450,000 $550,000
Unallocated Housing Funds $28,380 $28,380
DEBT SERVICE
Bonded Indebtedness $0 $0
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES
Marketing $10,000 $10,000
Marina/Waterfront Feasibility Study $50,000 $50,000
ADMINISTRATION
*Salaries $2,000 $2,000
*Services 6 Supplies $148,700 $148,700
*Equipment $2,500 $2,500
TOTALS $686,460 a $478,380 b $0 $0 $60,700 $1,225,540 c
a: Capital Funds include: Annual Increment $330,000
Carryover $343,000
Interest Earnings $13,460
TOTAL $686,460
b: Housing Funds include: Annual Increment $82,000
Carryover $387,000
Interest Earnings $9,380
TOTAL $478,380
c: Additional encumbrances available for expenditure, but not listed in budget are:
EAH--Senior Housing Predevelopment $49,150
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B. PROJECT DESCRIPTION: RODEO
1. Fiscal Agreements: Pass-thru to Taxing Agencies pursuant to approved Fiscal
Agreements.
2. Facade Rehabilitation Loans/Grants: Financial assistance to downtown
businesses for facade improvements.
3. Facade Rehabilitation Administration: Architectural costs and permitting
costs to the property owner or business owner are reduced through provision
of these services.
4. Facade Improvement - 189/199 Parker: Funds to improve facade of Rodeo
Senior Center in the downtown area.
5. Hillcrest Frontage Improvements: Frontage improvements to enhance student
and pedestrian safety on California Street adjacent to Hillcrest School.
6. Parker Avenue Improvements - Preliminary Engineering: Funds to prepare
preliminary engineering study for Parker Avenue improvements as specified
in the Rodeo Downtown/Waterfront Specific Plan.
7. Property Holding Costs: Property maintenance costs not covered by rental
revenues (189/199 Parker).
8. Unallocated Capital Funds: Capital funds reserved for future designation.
9. Senior Housing Site Acquisition: Funds programmed for acquisition of a 2.11
acre site for the Rodeo Senior Housing project.
10. Unallocated Housing Funds: Housing funds reserved for future designation.
Subcommittee is evaluating alternative senior housing developers and project
locations.
11. Bonded Indebtedness: None.
12. Marketing: Preparation of a marketing plan and collateral materials to
enhance the image of, and to stimulate economic development activities in,
Rodeo.
13 Marina/Waterfront Feasibility Study: Funds to initiate an economic feasibility
study for alternative uses for the Rodeo marina and waterfront area. The
study will be a collaborative effort with the Redevelopment Agency, East Bay
Regional Park District, appropriate state and federal agencies, and interested
private individuals.
14 Administration: Salaries, services, supplies, and equipment in support of
project implementation.
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C. INDEBTEDNESS: RODEO
The Agency has incurred approximately $930,507 as of June 30, 1997, including:
• $500,000 in contractual obligation for EBRPD improvements.
• $155,957 Low/Moderate Income Housing Fund.
• $95,000 contractual obligation to County of Contra Costa for
Hillcrest School frontage improvements.
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WORK PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 1997-98
The work program of the Contra Costa County Redevelopment Agency for Fiscal Year 1997-98 is
directed at continuing the implementation of the Pleasant Hill BART Station Area Redevelopment
Plan and Specific Plan, and the Redevelopment Plans for North Richmond, Bay Point, Oakley and
Rodeo.
Specific goals, objectives and tasks of the Agency for Fiscal Year 1997-98 are outlined below:
I. Pleasant Hill BART Station Redevelopment Project Area:
Goal 1: Secure necessary financing to implement the Plan.
A. Secure funds from developers under terms of Disposition and
Development Agreements (DDA's).
B. Facilitate property transfers as appropriate to expedite project/
program implementation.
C. Continue to collect reimbursements from developers as called for in
DDA's and from utility companies as called for in undergrounding
agreements.
D. Continue repayment of Agency debt to the County, as financially
feasible.
E. Continually evaluate the Agency's outstanding bonded indebtedness
for cost saving opportunities.
Goal 2: Complete the Assemblage of Specific Plan Development Areas.
A. Complete vacation and abandonment proceedings on County rights-
of-way held in fee and easement.
B. Secure property dedications as necessary for planned road
improvements.
Goal 3: Continue access and infrastructure improvements necessary to allow
construction to begin and to serve completed buildings.
A. Continue to transfer property as necessary to facilitate road and public
improvements.
B. Secure property dedications as specified in DDA's or development
approvals.
C. Evaluate need for new rights-of-way and, if necessary, acquire either
through dedication or condemnation.
D. Establishment of Iron Horse Trail along the former Southern Pacific
right-of-way.
E. Provide for interim use of Agency property to further facilitate transit
utilization during the construction of regional traffic improvements.
F. Provide improvements._to local streets to enhance appearance and
safety.
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Goal 4: Continue to evaluate Specific Plan Implementation.
A. Continue to develop Transportation Demand Management (TDM)
Program, in conjunction with the County TDM Coordinator.
1. Coordinate with Contra Costa Centre Association for program
development.
2. Coordinate the implementation of TDM with the completion
and occupancy of building.
3. Explore and evaluate new TDM measures.
B. Implement, with the Contra Costa Centre Association, a Child Care
Affordability Program.
C. Conclude traffic studies for area benefiting circulation improvements.
D. Undertake amendments to the Land Use Element, Circulation
Element, and other aspects of the Pleasant Hill BART Station Area
Specific Plan; and undertake an Environmental Impact Report in
connection therewith.
E. Create and implement, in partnership with the Contra Costa Centre
Association, a marketing strategy for the area.
Goal 5: Facilitate the Development of Affordable Housing.
A. Provide financial assistance, as provided for in DDA's, to facilitate the
delivery of affordable housing in the Park Regency project.
B. Assist the developer in preparing a plan of finance in order for the
development of Area 4 to occur, and initiate planning activities.
II. North Richmond Redevelopment Project Area
Goal 1: Implementation of the North Richmond Redevelopment Plan.
A. Monitor and provide support for private development within the
Project Area.
B. Continue to work with the North Richmond Municipal Advisory
Council (MAC) in implementing the Plan.
C. Work with the County Administrator and the City of Richmond staff
in implementing the COMET Program, a comprehensive County/City
Neighborhood Improvement Program.
D. Work with the County Administrator and other County department
staff in implementing the North Richmond Integrated Management
Plan, a comprehensive County Neighborhood Improvement Program.
E. Work with County Public Works staff in implementing a North
Richmond Area of Benefit to include Project Area road improvements
and potential funding sources.
F. Work with Rubicon and County organizations to develop and initiate
an employment training and information dissemination system.
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G. Initiate directed economic development activities, including the reuse
of the Rheem manufacturing facility, a business incubator feasibility
study, and development of a light industrial business incubator.
H. Cereate and initiate a marketing strategy for the North Richmond
Redevelopment Project Area.
Goal 2: Monitor related public improvements in the Project Area.
A. Monitor progress of removing areas in North Richmond from FEMA
designated Flood Zones.
Goal 3: Commence infrastructure improvements necessary to allow construction to
begin and to serve existing structures.
A. Initiate property acquisition and disposition where required to
facilitate public improvements.
B. Conclude improvements to the Market Avenue and Chesley Avenue
Rail Crossings in collaboration with Union Pacific (formerly Southern
Pacific).
Goal 4: Facilitate the development of affordable housing.
A. Continue to work with appropriate private, public, and non-profit
organizations and, when feasible, actively participate in the
development of affordable housing.
B. Facilitate affordable homeownership opportunities through the
initiation of the Parkway Estates Project, and the First Time
Homebuyer Program.
C. Facilitate the development of an affordable housing senior housing
project by the Community Housing Development Corporation of
North Richmond and Eden Housing,
D. Support the continued development- of Community Housing
Development Corporation of North Richmond by providing capacity
building financial assistance.
III. Bay Point Redevelopment Project Area
Goal 1: Implementation of the Bay Point Redevelopment Plan.
A. Continue to work with the Project Area Committee in implementing
the Plan.
B. Monitor and provide support for private development within the
Project Area.
C. Work with the County Administrator's Office and the District V Code
Enforcement Officer to fund and implement a Revolving Loan Fund
for abatement activities in Bay Point.
D. Develop and initiate a Community Group Funding Program for
neighborhood beautification projects initiated by volunteer groups in
Bay Point. This activity will both enhance the physical image of Bay
Point, and develop the capacity and financial resources of community
groups. y
E. Continue to administer the Facade Improvement Program.
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F. Initiate directed economic development activities, including a re-use
study for the Shore Acres Center and a light industrial area feasibility
analysis.
G. Create and initiate a marketing strategy for the Bay Point
Redevelopment Project Area.
H. Work with the Family Preservation and Support Project staff to
enhance service delivery to the community by assisting in
identification and securement of office space to operate their program
in the North Broadway area.
I. Complete the public review draft of the Specific Plan for the Bay
Point BART Station Area, and initiate preparation of an
Environmental Impact Report, if necessary.
J. Initiate land acquisition activities to facilitate future economic
development of the community.
Goal 1. Monitor related public improvements in the Project Area.
A. Undertake improvements to Pacifica Park in conjunction with the
local park district.
B. Complete improvements to the rail crossing at the entrance to
McAvoy/Harris Yacht Harbor area.
Goal 3: Facilitate infrastructure improvements necessary to allow construction to
begin and to serve existing structures.
A. Commence construction of Phase I of the North Broadway
Infrastructure Program and initiate design/preliminary engineering for
Phase II and Phase III.
Goal 4: Facilitate the development of affordable housing.
A. Work with appropriate non-profit and for-profit organizations in
developing affordable housing, and actively participate in development
activities where able.
B. Market and administer the First Time Homebuyers Program to
facilitate affordable homeownership.
C. Work with the Housing Authority to develop and market a targeted
rental rehabilitation program for rental property owners in the North
Broadway area.
D. Work with a consultant to develop a homeownership strategy in
preparation for submittal of a federal Homeownership Zone
application for the North Broadway area.
IV. Oakley Redevelopment Project Area
Goal 1: Implementation of the Oakley Redevelopment Plan.
A. Monitor and provide support as appropriate for private development
within the Project Area.
B. Work with County Public Works staff in implementing the East
County Area of Benefit and identifying road improvements that would
likely promote development.
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C. Conclude the widening of Highway 4 from Empire to Vintage.
D. Conclude the development of the Golden Oak Senior Manor by
Ecumenical Association for Housing through the provision of financial
assistance.
E. Work with appropriate private, public and non-profit organizations,
as well as County Community Development staff in developing
affordable housing, and actively participating in development activities
where able, including the development of a Section 811 housing
project (known as Silver Oaks) for the disabled.
F. Work with the Advance Planning staff, Public Works and the Oakley
Municipal Advisory Council (MAC) to complete a Specific Plan for
downtown Oakley.
G. Continue to work with community park and library interests to
determine an appropriate program of expenditures that will improve
the quality of such services to the Oakley community.
H. Facilitate a major program of street, drainage and sewer
improvements in the Sand Hill area and in the Old Town area.
I. Initiate a major program of street, drainage and sewer improvements
in the Light Industrial Area.
J. Create and initiate a marketing strategy for the Oakley Redevelopment
Project Area generally, and the Light Industrial area specifically.
V. Rodeo Redevelopment Project Area
Goal 1: Implementation of the Rodeo Redevelopment Plan.
A. Monitor and provide support as appropriate for private development
within the Project Area.
B. Work with the County Public Works staff in implementing the West
County Area of Benefit and in identifying other sources of funding for
road improvements that would promote the revitalization of Rodeo.
C. Work with County Service Area R-10 and the East Bay Regional Park
District to develop and begin park and recreation plans and programs.
D. Evaluate and initiate implementation of projects as specified in the
Specific Plan for the downtown and waterfront areas.
E. Continue to implement the facade rehabilitation program in the
downtown area.
F. Complete frontage improvement activities designed to mitigate safety
problems in the vicinity of Hillcrest School.
G. Create and initiate a marketing strategy for the Rodeo Redevelopment
Project Area.
Goal 2: Monitor related activities in the Project Area.
A. Continue active participation with the East Bay Regional Park
District/Contra Costa County Joint Powers Authority West County
Shoreline and Rodeo Waterfront program.
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B. Review development proposals in adjacent jurisdictions for
compatibility with Rodeo interests.
Goal 3: Facilitate the development of affordable housing.
A. Work with Ecumenical Association for Housing and the Rodeo
Citizens for Affordable Senior Housing to acquire and initiate
development of a site for an affordable senior housing project.
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EXAMINATION OF ACHIEVEMENTS FOR
FISCAL YEAR 1996-97
The Redevelopment Agency, during Fiscal Year 1996-97, continued to implement its Redevelopment
Plans.
I. Pleasant Hill BART Redevelopment Project Area
A. The Agency worked with the Master Developer for Area 4 to secure commitments
of other local funds as part of a comprehensive plan of finance, and worked with the
developer in filing an application for Low Income Housing Tax Credits. An
alternative plan of finance was formulated, given the difficulties associated with
obtaining Low Income Housing Tax Credits.
B. Property Acquisition - Private Assemblages: The acquisition of property necessary
to create developable areas for the commercial uses has been completed.
C. Planning: A Traffic Study of Circulation and Land Use Alternatives was completed.
A proposed set of amendments to the Pleasant Hill BART Specific Plan was
circulated for public comment. Preparation of an Environmental Impact Report was
initiated.
D. Infrastructure Improvements: Preliminary engineering to set the basis for future EIR
and project scoping was initiated for circulation improvements in the area. Planning
and design work for another element of a park/open space corridor was initiated.
II. North Richmond Redevelopment Project Area
A. Development: Agency staff continues to work with private developers interested in
industrial development north of Wildcat Creek. Agency staff worked with several
private and non-profit developers in facilitating infill housing on scattered sites, and
a major subdivision near the Richmond Parkway. Initial activity leading toward
establishment of a senior housing project occurred. The Agency provided funding and
leveraged federal funds to initiate a First Time Homebuyer purchase and rehabilitation
program.
B. Infrastructure: The Agency continued to work with the City of Richmond to
complete the Richmond Parkway(Route 93), which will connect the North Richmond
industrial area to I-80. The Brookside Drive realignment project was completed. The
final phase of North Richmond flood control improvements was completed. The
Market and Chesley Avenue railroad crossings improvements were completed.
Agency staff worked with Union Pacific Railroad to construct the improvements.
C. General: The Agency continues its involvement in the COMET Program, a joint
County/City neighborhood improvement program. The Agency has played an active
role in the creation of the North Richmond Integrated Management Plan, a
comprehensive County neighborhood revitalization program. The Agency continues
to work with Health Services Department staff to construct a Center for Health in the
community.
D. Economic Development: The Agency continued to assist in financing the job linkage
program, which provides an innovative employment training program for area
residents by Rubicon Programs, Inc. Rubicon has been successful in receiving federal
funding to expand the program. The Agency initiated a light industrial. business
incubator feasibility study to create economic development and employment
opportunities. The Agency is working with non-profit developers to create a
commercial/retail development in connection with the senior housing project.
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III. Bay Point Redevelopment Project Area
A. Development: Agency staff continues to work with non-profit and private developers
interested in affordable housing development throughout the Project Area. Staff also
continues to work with developers interested in commercial or industrial development
along Willow Pass Road and the industrial area north of Willow Pass Road. A second
program for First Time Homebuyers purchasing and rehabilitating existing structures
was designed.
B. Infrastructure: The Agency completed drainage improvements in the Bailey
Road/North Broadway area, completed landscaping improvements at the Port
Chicago Highway/Willow Pass Road intersection, and initiated improvements to the
rail crossing at the entrance to the McAvoy/Harris Yacht Harbor area.
C. Economic Development: Property acquisition program for economic development
was partially completed with additional discussions relative to future property
acquisitions for economic development purposes ensuing. Implementation of the
commercial facade improvement program was initiated.
D. General: Agency staff worked with the County Public Works Department to prepare
an infrastructure study for the North Broadway Area. Working with the Family
Preservation and Support Project staff, the Agency facilitated the development of the
North Broadway Area Revitalization Strategy. A final draft will be completed in Fall,
1997. Agency staff worked with the City of Pittsburg, BART, and County Advance
Planning staff in developing a Specific Plan for the Bay Point BART Station Area.
IV. Oakley Redevelopment Project Area
A. Development: The completion of Golden Oak Senior Manor was achieved.
Commitment of financing to an affordable housing project for physically disabled
persons to permit the project to successfully pursue federal funds for construction was
achieved. Agency staff continues to work with non-profit and private developers
interested in residential and commercial development within the project area to
implement the Agency's affordable housing obligation.
B. Infrastructure: The Agency provided funding to widen a portion of Highway 4 and
provide for frontage improvements. Initiation of sidewalk improvements just south
of the downtown area was achieved.
C. General: Agency staff worked with the Oakley Municipal Advisory Council (MAC),
the County Public Works Department, the County Advance Planning staff, and the
Oakley Chamber of Commerce to complete a Specific Plan for Downtown Oakley.
Agency staff worked with the MAC and Library staff to complete a Master Plan for
library and recreational activities.
D. Economic Development: The Agency substantially completed the industrial area
economic feasibility analysis to provide a framework for economic development
activities.
V. Rodeo Redevelopment Project Area
A. Development: The Rodeo Downtown/Waterfront Specific Plan was adopted.
Agency staff continues to work with private developers interested in residential,
mixed-use, and commercial development in the Project Area. A subcommittee of the
Rodeo Redevelopment Advisory Committee identified a site and selected a non-profit
housing developer, Ecumenical Association for Housing, to develop an affordable
senior housing project. The Agency has initiated acquisition and a general plan
amendment study for the site.
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B. Infrastructure: The Agency funded frontage improvement activities in the vicinity of
Hillcrest School.
C. General: The Agency has been actively involved in the ongoing Rodeo Waterfront
Study of the EBRPD, the County and the Coastal Conservancy.
D. Agency staff continues to implement the commercial facade improvement program.
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