January 13, 2026 Housing and Redevelopment Authority Meeting

Tuesday, January 13, 2026

Approval of agenda

Oath of office for Commissioner Danielle Robertson

Approval of December 9th HRA meeting minutes

Blooming Meadow South Affordable Housing Trust Fund loan deferral request

Bring It Home rental assistance program administrative plan

2026 draft work plan discussion

Votes (4)

Approval of the agenda

Passed6-0

Moved by Commissioner Dolinger · Seconded by Commissioner Carter

Approval of December 9th HRA meeting minutes

Passed6-0

Moved by Commissioner Eay · Seconded by Commissioner Dolinger

Resolution 2026-X: Approve deferred payments for Blooming Meadow South loan

Passed6-0

Moved by Commissioner Wooten · Seconded by Commissioner Dolinger

Approve Bring It Home rental assistance program admin plan and 2026 payment standards

Passed6-0

Moved by Commissioner Dolinger · Seconded by Commissioner Robertson

Notable Quotes (2)

If we are not awarded the state funds, we'll have to re-evaluate the options, but at that point, it is likely that we would then need to pursue a sale of the property.

Laura Russ
Blooming Meadow South sustainabilityRegarding potential outcomes if the $20 million community stabilization fund is denied.

If we were to not approve it tonight—I mean that really really I would imagine it puts that $20 million at risk.

Commissioner Carter
Blooming Meadow South loan deferralHighlighting the urgency of the loan deferral to keep funding eligibility.

People (6)

Kenny NeyerHousing Development Specialist

Presented the Blooming Meadow South loan deferral request.

Laura RussChief Real Estate Officer

AON leadership, addressed questions regarding loan deferral and property sustainability.

Valentina AbdelovProgram Specialist II

Presented the Bring It Home rental assistance program admin plan.

Matt BrillhartDeputy City Clerk

Administered the oath of office.

Rachel TierneyGeneral Counsel

Addressed open meeting law requirements regarding video visibility.

Places Mentioned

BloomingtonSouth Loop district of BloomingtonBlooming Meadows SouthBlooming Meadows NorthRichfieldHennepin County

Events & Meetings (4)

  • Tuesday, January 13th
  • January 5th (City council meeting)
  • December 9th (Previous HRA meeting)
  • February 2026 (Expected funding decision)

Ordinances & Resolutions (1)

2026-X

Resolution approving deferred payments for the Blooming Meadow South Loan between AON and the HRA.

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January 13, 2026 Housing and Redevelopment Authority Meeting - Bloomington Recorder