Resolution 2023-32800RESOLUTION NO. 2023-32800
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND/OR AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO ALLOCATE FY 23/24 STATE HOUSING INITIATIVES
PARTNERSHIP (SHIP) FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $153,172 TO THE
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH FOR THE
REHABILITATION OF THE LOIS APARTMENTS, AN AFFORDABLE
HOUSING PROPERTY LOCATED AT 211 COLLINS AVENUE; AND
FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ANY
DOCUMENTS OR AGREEMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH THIS
ALLOCATION OF FUNDS.
WHEREAS, the City receives funding from the Florida Housing Finance Corporation.
(FHFC) for the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program; and
WHEREAS, State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Act, §420.907-420.9079,
Florida Statutes (1992), and Rule Chapter 67-37, Florida Administrative Code, requires local
governments to develop a one- to three-year Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) outlining
how funds will be used; and
WHEREAS, on June 22, 2022, the Mayor and City Commission approved the 2022-
2025 LHAP via Resolution No. 2022-32187; and
WHEREAS, FHFC notified the City of the FY 23 allocation, in the amount of
$612,688.00, that will become available after July and will be disbursed in multiple payments
over the course of several months; and
WHEREAS, on June 28, 2023, the Mayor and City Commission approved the
Administration's recommendation for FY 23/24 funding allocations to the following approved
activities: (1) $398,247.20 toward purchase assistance with rehabilitation and homeowner
rehabilitation; (2) $153,172.00 toward a rental development rehabilitation project; and (3)
$61,268.80 toward administration; and
WHEREAS, on July 3, 2023, the Administration issued a Request for Applications (RFA)
for the rental housing set -aside of $153,172.00; and
WHEREAS, the Housing Authority of the City of Miami Beach (HACMB) was the sole
responder for the rehabilitation of the Lois Apartments, an affordable housing property
designated for families in Miami Beach, located at 211 Collins Avenue; and
WHEREAS, the HACMB currently owns and operates nine (9) properties for the purpose
of affordable housing, and has ample experience with developing and maintaining properties;
and
WHEREAS, the Administration recommends allocating $153,172.00 from FY 23/24 from
the SHIP funds to rehabilitate the Lois Apartments, and a minimum of four (4) units would be
designated under affordability for up to fifteen (15) years; and
WHEREAS, the funding would be utilized for the exterior repairs, including waterproofing
and painting; and
WHEREAS, the expenditure deadline for the funds is June 30, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the City Manager recommends approving the proposed allocation of SHIP
funds to the HACMB to assist with the rehabilitation of the Lois Apartments, and authorizing the
execution of any documents or agreements which may be required in connection with this
allocation of funds.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, that the Mayor and City Commission hereby
approve and/or authorize the City Manager to allocate FY 23/24 State Housing Initiative
Partnership (SHIP) funds, in the amount of $153,172.00 to the Housing Authority of the City of
Miami Beach for the rehabilitation of the Lois Apartments, an affordable housing property
located at 211 Collins Avenue; and further authorize the City Manager to execute any
documents or agreements in connection with this allocation of funds.
PASSED and ADOPTED this /8 day of acPT7, 2023.
ATTEST:
OCT 2 0 2023
RAFAEL E. GRANADO, CITY CLERK
DAN GELBER, MAYOR
APPROVED AS TO
FORM & LANGUAGE
& FOR EXECUTION
City AttorneyAW Date
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MIAMI BEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Alina T. Hudak, City Manager
DATE: October 18, 2023
SUBJECT. A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING AND/OR AUTHORIZING THE
CITY MANAGER TO ALLOCATE FY 23/24 STATE HOUSING INITIATIVES
PARTNERSHIP (SHIP) FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $153,172 TO THE
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH FOR THE
REHABILITATION OF THE LOIS APARTMENTS, AN AFFORDABLE
HOUSING PROPERTY LOCATED AT 211 COLLINS AVENUE; AND
FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ANY
DOCUMENTS OR AGREEMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH THIS
ALLOCATION OF FUNDS.
RECOMMENDATION
The Administration recommends approving the FY 23/24 State Housing Initiatives Partnership
Program funding allocation in the amount of $153,172 to the Housing Authority of the City of
Miami Beach for the rehabilitation of the Lois Apartments, an affordable housing property
located at 211 Collins Avenue.
BACKGROUND/HISTORY
The State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program, administered through the Florida
Housing Finance Corporation (FHFC), was established in 1992 by the William E. Sadowski
Affordable Housing Act to stimulate the production of affordable housing statewide. SHIP
Program funds are derived from documentary stamp levies on real estate transactions and held
in the SHIP Program Trust Fund. Annually, FHFC allocates SHIP program funds among
participating jurisdictions on a formula basis. SHIP program funds serve to increase access to
affordable housing for income -eligible participants.
Entitlement communities, such as the City of Miami Beach, that receive SHIP funds must
produce and file a Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP), which governs each community's
use of S H I P funds. On June 22, 2022, the Mayor and City Commission approved the FY 22-25
LHAP via Resolution No. 2022-32187. On May 24, 2023, the FHFC notified the City of the FY
23/24 S H I P funding allocation of $612,688.
The SHIP Program is governed by 420.9075, Florida Statutes. Several program set asides
must be met with each funding allocation:
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• At least 65 percent of the funds must be reserved for homeownership for eligible
persons.
• At least 75 percent of the funds must be reserved for construction, rehabilitation, or
emergency repair of affordable, eligible housing.
• At least 30 percent of the funds deposited into the local housing assistance trust
fund must be reserved for awards to very -low-income persons (up to 50% AMI ); at
least an additional 30 percent of the funds deposited into the local housing
assistance 'trust fund must be reserved for awards to low-income persons (up to
80% AMI ).
• A minimum of 20 percent of the SHIP allocation must be used to serve persons
with special needs as defined in 420.0004 Florida Statutes.
• Up to 25% of allocation can be reserved for rental development or rental
assistance.
The FHFC's main legislative priority is to ensure that all funds collected in the state's Sadowski
Housing 'Trust Fund are utilized for affordable housing purposes. Local governments receiving
S H I P funds have three (3) years to expend funds. The expenditure deadline for funds allocated
to the rehabilitation of rental housing is June 30, 2026, and rental projects have a maximum cost
of $40,000 per unit.
Providing affordable housing is crucial for many individuals and families who struggle to make
ends meet, and the Administration is constantly working with community partners to evaluate the
feasibility of projects, by releasing requests for Applications (RFA) once funding becomes
available. On June 28, 2023, the Mayor and City Commission approved the Administration's FY
23/24 SHIP allocations recommendations, which included: $398,247.20 for homeowner
programs; $153,172 for multifamily rehabilitation projects; and $61,268.80 for administration
costs.
On July 3, 2023, the Administration released a RFA for the rental housing (multifamily
rehabilitation) set -aside of $153,172. The Housing Authority of the City of Miami Beach
(HACMB) was the sole responder. As one of the state's only public housing authority
developers and operators of housing for the elderly, disabled, veterans, and low-income
families, the HACMB has a proven track record in managing affordable housing and providing
social services. Additionally, the HACMB Administration has extensive experience in
supervisory, on -site management, and experience with construction and development, including
through partnerships.
The HACMB currently owns and operates nine (9) affordable housing complexes including the
Lois Apartments located at 211 Collins Avenue. Four (4) additional new construction projects
are in permitting, with construction expected to commence in late 2023.
In the past five (5) years, the City has utilized available federal funding for the HACMB projects
listed below.
Funding Source Amount Project
HOME -ARP $1,400,000 The Heron- recently acquired
HOME FY 2023 $503,970 Vista. Breeze - seawall construction at the vacant lot
located at 200-300 South Shore Drive, elderly housing
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HOME FY 2022 $500,000 Vista Breeze - construction of 119 units
CDBG FY 2021 $644,496 The Egret - acquisition of a vacant lot located at 8127
Crespi Boulevard
CDBG FY2022 $179,875 Seawall Construction, elderly housing
HOME $300,000 841 80t' Street - rehabilitation of four (4) units, housing
' for families
These funds are invaluable in ensuring that low and moderate -income families can continue to
call Miami Beach home.
ANALYSIS
The Lois Apartments was built in the heart of South Beach in 1925.The building provides
sixteen (16) units, including twelve (12) one -bedroom units and four (4) two -bedroom units of
affordable housing for families in Miami Beach. Like many older structures, the Lois Apartments
require maintenance and rehabilitation to serve their purpose effectively.
The Administration recommends allocating $153,172 from FY 23/24 State Housing Initiative
Partnership (SHIP) Program funds to rehabilitate the Lois Apartments, with a minimum of four
(4) units designated under affordability for up to fifteen (15) years and the rents assigned to the
units would have to be compliant with the SHI P limits.
The tenant population at the Lois Apartments are Section 8 participants and are classified at or
below 50% AMI, which would ensure compliance with the SHIP rent amounts. The HACMB
manages the property and ensures compliance with Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher
regulations, housing property standards, and rent amounts for the tenant population.
The designated SHIP funds will be primarily used for exterior concrete repairs at the Lois
Apartments, including waterproofing. Exterior concrete repairs are crucial for maintaining the
structural integrity of the building. Ensuring that the foundation and outer walls are in good
condition is essential for the long-term safety and habitability of the apartments. The proposed
allocation will ensure that the Lois Apartments does not fall into disrepair or deferred
maintenance. Repairing the exterior also contributes to the overall aesthetics of the building and
the neighborhood. Well -maintained properties enhance the visual appeal of the community and
the overall well-being of residents.
By investing in rehabilitating this affordable housing property, the City is preserving much -
needed affordable housing units, preventing displacement, and stabilizing communities. The
repairs to the exterior of the building will result in improved living conditions for the tenants.. A
thriving community depends on safe, affordable housing access. This allocation benefits current
tenants and contributes to the development and sustainability of South Beach, and Miami Beach
at large.
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The Mayor and City Commission identified the need for workforce and affordable housing as a
key objective in the Citys 2019 Strategic Plan Through the Lens of Resilience. The City's 2040
Comprehensive Plan prioritizes affordable housing, with the express goal "to encourage
redevelopment that provides workforce and affordable housing" within the City.
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FINANCIAL INFORMATION
$153,172 FY 23/24 SHIP funding
CONCLUSION
The Administration recommends approval of the FY 23/24 SHIP $153,172.00 funding
allocation to the Housing Authority of the City of Miami Beach for the rehabilitation of the Lois
Apartments.
Applicable Area
Not Applicable
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Bond T.
No
Strategic Connection
Mobility Support affordable, compatible workforce housing.
Legislative Tracking
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