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Lexington Housing Partnership Bob Pressman mentioned that Rob Addelson has been working on revenue projections for CPC. These projections may indicate a shortfall in funds for community housing. 4. Housing Authority CPC Request The Lexington Housing Authority's request for $300,551.00 for improvements at Vynebrooke Village was approved unanimously. 5. Dodson Parcel Update There are no new updates on the 'Phase One' properties on the parcel list. There was a discussion about the suitability of the properties on 'Phase Two' list. Phase Two includes 69 Pleasant Street, the Elks property,_167 Cedar Street, the Staecker property, and the Tropeano property on Larchmont Lane. Steve LaFerriere described strategies Metrowest uses for approaching property owners. Bob Pressman described some properties around town that may be cited for demolition by neglect including some houses on Massachusetts Avenue and Marrett Road. In the case of these properties Steve said there might a problem of the suitability for multi - family units. There was a discussion of the use of zoning mechanisms for the development of affordable housing. Wendy Manz cited "Incentive Zoning," whereby a 7200 square foot parcel could yield seven (7) units. Such a subdivision would provide a public benefit by increasing density in developments. The 'Journey's End' development in Lexington was mentioned as an example of 'Balanced Housing;' the development includes one mansion, three houses and ten townhouses. With regards to previous discussions about strategies for developing new ideas to help families secure housing in Lexington, Bob Pressman raised the possibility of using CPA funds for grants for moderate - income families (less than 100 % of AMI) and lower income families (less than 80% of AMI). Members discussed this concept; Tom Harden mentioned there are some builders who will voluntarily build affordable housing. 5. HHP update Aaron Henry appeared before the Planning Board on January 27 to request approval of the Housing Production Plan. Betsey Weiss expressed her concerns that some of the edits the partnership had suggested had not been made to the draft of the plan. Melinda Walker moved that the partnership give Wendy Manz authority to represent the partnership as she works with Aaron to submit a more fashioned introduction. Tom Harden seconded the motion. Ayes: Jeri Foutter, Tom Harden, Wendy Manz, Melinda Walker, Betsey Weiss. Nay: Bob Pressman. Motion was approved. 2