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Edina Housing & Redevelopment Authority Meeting / Aug. 28, 2025

Edina City CouncilFriday, August 29, 2025
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Tragedy in Minneapolis and support for Annunciation Church

Security for private and public schools

Community comment period

Consent agenda approval

Restoration project at 3400 Parkland and 510 Summit Avenue

Allocation of 2025 Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA)

Emergency rental assistance via VEP

Affordable ownership preservation program

Rehabilitation of Mount Olivet Rolling Acres facilities

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Votes (2)

Approval of the meeting agenda

CarriedUnanimous

Moved by Commissioner Jackson · Seconded by Commissioner Pierce

Adoption of consent agenda

CarriedUnanimous

Moved by Commissioner Jackson · Seconded by Commissioner Pierce

Notable Quotes (2)

When folks become homeless, that becomes a whole another issue and quite frankly becomes a lot more expensive.

— Jennifer Harrison
Rental Assistance ValueDiscussing the economic logic behind rental assistance vs homelessness.

In 2025 this year we are receiving 875,381.99. I am happy to throw in that extra penny if that helps make difference.

— Stephanie Hawinson
Housing FundingReporting on the total Local Affordable Housing Aid allocation.

People (8)

HufflinChair

Chair of the Atlanta Housing Redevelopment Authority meeting.

Scott NeilCity Manager

Responsible for roll call and administrative coordination.

Jennifer BeneratCommunications Director

Manages online community comment broadcast and coordination.

Stephanie HawinsonStaff Member

Presented the local affordable housing aid allocation plan.

Jennifer HarrisonVP of Advancement

Representative for VEP, a nonprofit for emergency rental assistance.

1 quote

“The city of Edina was one of the first to step up during the pandemic... you really led the charge.”

Acknowledging Edina's early support for rental assistance programs.

Commissioner RisserCommissioner

Inquired about fund allocation comparisons between years.

Commissioner JacksonCommissioner

Requested better data on beneficiaries for future funding cycles.

Commissioner PierceCommissioner

Discussed balancing community value vs. arbitrary fund distribution.

Places Mentioned

MinneapolisAnnunciation Church, South MinneapolisLynhurst ParkEdina3400 Parkland510 Summit Avenue

Events & Meetings (1)

  • Thursday, August 28, 2025, 7:30 AM
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