Anoka County Housing and Redevelopment Authority Board - April 28, 2026

The Anoka County Housing and Redevelopment Authority Board met on April 28, 2026, to discuss several procurement and funding matters related to housing and community development. Key procurement actions included approval of a lease amendment with the State of Minnesota Department of Administration, authorization for the chair and executive director to negotiate a $5,000 contract with MB Mentors for business support services, and an amendment to a contract with Ellers and Associates, Inc. Additionally, the board approved increasing the maximum loan amount for the owner-occupied rehabilitation program from $24,999 to $37,500. The meeting also featured a public hearing on the draft annual action plan for the Dakota County Consortium's 2026 program year, which outlined funding allocations totaling over $5.5 million across Community Development Block Grant, Home Investment Partnership, and Emergency Solution Grant programs. The board approved funding recommendations for 27 activities including affordable housing projects, neighborhood infrastructure, and public services. Notably, Anoka County received Emergency Solution Grant funds for the first time, aimed at addressing homelessness. All motions related to funding and contracts were approved by roll call vote, with plans to present the recommendations to the County Board for final approval.