Fiscal Note
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AMENDED SUBSTITUTE - Creating an Ad Hoc Housing Diversity Planning Committee.
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WHEREAS, Inclusionary Zoning has been in effect in the City of Madison since Feb. 14, 2004; and
WHEREAS, the original intent of Inclusionary Zoning was to further the availability of the full range of housing choices for families of all income levels in all areas of the City of Madison. A full range of housing options promotes diverse and thriving neighborhoods, schools, and communities. It also aids the recruitment and retention of local businesses and their workforce, which are essential to the economic welfare of the City. This purpose can be accomplished by providing dwelling units for families with annual incomes less than the area median income; and
WHEREAS, the promise and goals of IZ remain achievable and a must if the City is to grow economically and culturally;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and Common Council hereby create an Ad Hoc Housing Diversity Planning Committee charged with developing recommendations to further the availability of the full range of housing choices for families of all income levels in all areas of the City of Madison; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Committee shall consist of seven nine members, including the names of five alderpersons and two four other members from the Housing Committee and one member from the Inclusionary Zoning Oversight Committee. Members shall be appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the Common Council.
BE IT STILL FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Committee is charged to engage with stakeholders to:
* Develop recommendations to create and promote a diversity of housing choices for
families and households of all income levels in all areas of the City of Madison.
* Establish a process and timeline to implement recommendations.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the Committee will target a completion of its report, including recommendations...
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