Councilwoman Wanda Halbert District 4

Councilwoman Wanda HalbertDistrict 4

Councilwoman Wanda Halbert was elected to the Memphis City Council in October, 2007. Councilwoman Halbert joins the City Council after serving on the Memphis Board of Education November 2000 to December 2007. Commissioner Halbert served as the MCS Board President in 2005. Ms. Halbert a graduate of Kirby High School attended State Technical Institute at Memphis and the University of Memphis. Councilwoman Halbert is employed with FedEx Services.

Councilwoman Halbert served on a number of boards and committees during her tenure with the school board including the Capital Improvement, Mental Health, Budget, Audit, Policy, Superintendent Evaluation, and the Supplier Diversity Committee, for which she served as Chairman.

HCD Major ProjectsDistrict 4

HCD Major Projects 9

HCD Rehabs 452

Down Payment Assistance (1996 to 2009) 2,019

Condemnations 243

FY09 Demolitions 108

Bank Owned Properties (Jan 2010) 464

CME CDC Homebuyers Center 3311 KimballCooper-Young Community Development Corp. 2298 YoungGlenview Community Development Corp. 1663 Glenview Ave.Hamilton Community Initiative 1404 Pillow St.Orange Mound Development Corp. 2395 Park AvenueSOTM 1467 South WillettSouth Central CDC 2225 Ball Road

Community Development Corporations

Existing Plans: Fairgrounds Redevelopment Study

Boundaries: Central Ave, Southern Ave, E Parkway, Buntyn St

CDC/Developer:

Strategy: Housing/ Retail/ Commercial Major Activities: Kroc Center, Fairgrounds Redevelopment,

Typology: Economic Development/Transitional

Community Assets: Liberty Bowl Stadium

Challenges: Urban Decline

Opportunities: Fairgrounds Redevelopment

FAIRGROUNDS / BELTLINE

Existing Plans: Bicentennial Neighborhood Plan 1998

Boundaries: Lamar Ave, South Parkway, Burlington Northern-Santa Fe Railroad, CSX Railroad

CDC/Developer: Glenview CDC

Strategy: Housing

Major Activities: Single Family Housing

Typology: Stable

Community Assets: Glenview Park


Opportunities:

GLENVIEW

Existing Plans:

Boundaries: Illinois-Central RR, Lamar Ave, Buntyn St/Haynes St/Inez St, Pendleton St

CDC/Developer: Orange Mound DC Strategy: Housing

Major Activities: East HS Renovation, Brewster School, Tillman Police Precinct, Gracewood Housing Development, Memphis & Shelby County Central Library, St. Mary’s Victorian Village

Typology: Transitional

Community Assets: Dunbar School, Melrose HS, Hanley School, Nat Buring Funeral Home, Orange Mound Senior Center

Challenges: Perception of being unsafe area, decline in population, blighted buildings, code violations

Opportunities: New Community Center, Orange Mound Resource Center, Tunstall Street Housing Development, Brinkley Plaza Apartments, Commons of Brentwood, Melrose Stadium

ORANGE MOUND

Existing Plans: Fairgrounds Redevelopment Study, Cooper Young Plan

Boundaries: Central Ave, Southern Ave, E Parkway, McLean Blvd

CDC/Developer: Cooper Young CDC Strategy: Housing

Major Activities: Seattle Street Redevelopment, Keathley Condos, South Cox Redevelopment

Typology: Stable

Community Assets: Peabody School


COOPER YOUNG

Fairgrounds Redevelopment Project, Phase I, Clean and Green

Project Address: Mid-South Fairgrounds – Central/Hollywood/Southern/East ParkwayStart Date: November 2009Completion Date: August 2010Project Description (jobs): Demolition and greening of the former Libertyland Amusement Park and demolition of other dilapidated structures on the Fairgrounds site.

Development Team: City of MemphisFunding Sources and Amounts:

Source AmountCIP $1,245,740CDBG-R $1,191,589

PROPOSED

Fairgrounds Redevelopment Project, Phase II, Public Green Space Project (“Tiger Lane”)

Project Address: Mid-South Fairgrounds – Central/Hollywood/Southern/East ParkwayStart Date: June 2010Completion Date: Ongoing

Project Description (jobs): An oak-lined green promenade that is 160 feet wide and 1,300 feet long, between East Parkway and the Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium. The vista culminates on the east with a spectacular fountain with 16 peripheral sprays and kinetic colored lights for spectacular nighttime light shows. The Public Green Space project provides 586 premium parking spaces, each with 10’ x 10’ tailgating pads with electrical outlets. The project includes other enhancements which will address critical drainage, security, ingress/egress issues and improvements to the Belt Line and Orange Mound neighborhood gateways.

Development Team: City of MemphisFunding Sources and Amounts: CIP Funds - $15,260,000

PROPOSED

BELTLINE IMPROVEMENTSAs a part of the Fairgrounds project we will complete improvements to the viaducts on

Southern Avenue. Complete a neighborhood action plan for the community.Cost: TBD

PLANNED

VIADUCT IMPROVEMENTS – BOSTON & JOSEPHINE STREETAs a part of the Fairgrounds project we will complete improvements to the viaducts on


PLANNED

PARKWAY BRIDGE OVER SOUTHERN IMPROVEMENTSAs a part of the Fairgrounds project we will complete improvements to the viaducts on


PLANNED

Reuse of the Old Melrose High SchoolWe’re working with the stakeholders to develop an action plan for the

repurpose of the old Melrose School. Melrose Funding: To Be Determined

PLANNED

NUMBER OF UNITS: 120

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The development is 70% complete, the planned completion date is scheduled for December 2010. Proposed acquisition cost: $2,500,000.

AMENITIES: Located in Southeast Memphis, Lamar Crossing contains 18 one bedrooms, 42 two bedrooms, 36 three bedrooms and 24 four bedrooms. Each unit contains a washer and dryer with central air conditioning systems, intrusion alarm systems, auxiliary site lighting, on-site property management and close proximity to shopping centers.

LOCATION

LAMAR CROSSING2881 Lamar Avenue Memphis, TN 38113

IN PROGRESS

NUMBER OF UNITS: Multi-Family Dwelling (88 Units)

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Located in the center of Memphis. Three miles north of the Memphis International Airport which indirectly employs FedEx, Memphis International Airport, UPS,DHL sorting center, Smith & Nephew, Medtronics, and Kelloggs.

AMENITIES:Apartment Features: Central Heating and Air, Washer/Dryer Connection, Dishwasher, Cable Ready, Walk in Closets, All New Appliances, High Speed Internet, Security System, Handicap Access Available, Community Features: Playground, Community Room, Access Gate

LOCATION

Melrose Place 3000 Barron Avenue Memphis, TN 38114

PROPOSED

NUMBER OF UNITS: Single Family Dwelling

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Single–Family rehab for the purpose of resale conveniently located near schools, minutes away from the Memphis International Airport

AMENITIES: 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bath, 1196 sq. ft.

LOCATION 4368 Fredericks

Memphis, TN 38111Sales Price: $82,725.32

PROPOSED




LOCATION3492 Heckle


PROPOSED



AMENITIES: 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, 1634 sq. ft.

LOCATION1763 Nelson


PROPOSED




LOCATION2592 Supreme


PROPOSED




LOCATION4136 Cedarwood Memphis, TN 38118

Sales Price: $62,855.31

PROPOSED




LOCATION3310 Dungreen Street


PROPOSED




LOCATION4075 Kenosha


PROPOSED




LOCATION4771 SummerviewMemphis, TN 38118

Sales Price: $74,108.02

PROPOSED

Property Name Total Units HUD / Public Funds Other/Private Funds Total Leveraged

Funds

The Commons At Brentwood 80 $425,000-CIP

$425,000-Shelby County

$3,525,772-LIHTCs

$2,202,080-Construction Loan

$6,577,852

Keathley Condominiums 32 $256,000-CIP

$140,000-Shelby County

$2,400,000-Construction Loan

$375,569-Developer Equity

$3,171,569

Orange Mound Single Family 8 $500,000-HOME $200,000-Construction Loan

$125,000-HOPE Community

$125,000-Developer Equity

$950,000

Parkway Commons 80 $2,171,888.57-HOME

$480,334.00-CIP

$2,652,222.57

INVESTMENT SUMMARY

($000’s)($000’s) ($000’s)

THE COMMONS AT BRENTWOOD640 Aspire Lane

Memphis, Tennessee 38111

NUMBER OF UNITS: 80 Mixed Income Multi-Family units

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The Orange Mound Development Corporation developed The Commons at Brentwood with Low Income Housing Tax Credits, and partnerships with The City of Memphis & First TN Bank. These multi family units are made available to families at or below 60% of the median area income. This site fronts on Spottswood, with Josephine street on the west, Haynes on the east, and Waverly street on the north.

COMPLETED

KEATHLEY CONDOMINIUMS2271 Young


NUMBER OF UNITS: 32 Middle Income Single Family units

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The Keathley Condominiums were developed by BDJ Partners. The project, located on Young Avenue, is on the site formerly known as the Keathley Pie Factory. The Pie Factory was had an unsightly look and discouraged developers from renovating housing in the area. This dilapidated facility was demolished to make way for this project which has been a huge impact in the neighborhood, and has encouraged economic growth.

COMPLETED

ORANGE MOUND SINGLE FAMILY PROJECTSpottswood, Pendleton, Carnes, and Josephine Avenue

Memphis, TN 38114

NUMBER OF UNITS: 8 Affordable Single Family units

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The Orange Mound Project is an 8 unit single family housing project being proposed by Neighborhood Housing Opportunities. NHO Inc is committed to newly constructed vacant lots along Spottswood, Pendleton, Carnes and Josephine Avenue.

COMPLETED

PARKWAY COMMONS1500 Parkway View Circle


NUMBER OF UNITS: 80 Affordable Multi-Family units

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The Parkway Commons Apartments is an 80 unit multi-family complex that was redeveloped by the Memphis Housing Authority. The City of Memphis funded the acquisition of this site in an effort to provide safe, decent, and affordable housing for low to moderate income citizens of Memphis.

COMPLETED

LOCATION926 Seattle St.

Memphis, TN 38104


DEVELOPER: Cooper Young CDC

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: New Construction for Homeownership or Rental

AMENITIES: Located in the Cooper Young Area. 1200+ Square Feet, 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, stove, washer and dryer connections, central heat and air, dishwasher.

COMPLETED

LOCATION1633 Southern

Memphis, TN 38114


DEVELOPER: Glenview CDC

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: New Construction for Homeownership-Unit Occupied

AMENITIES: Located in the Glenview subdivision. This home has full amenities 1200+ Square Feet, 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, stove, washer and dryer connections, central heat and air, dishwasher.

BEFORE AFTER

COMPLETED

LOCATIONETHEL STREET INITIATIVE

Memphis, TN 38114

PROPOSED

The Ethel Street Initiative is a homeownership/rental project, consisting of single-family detached units for families below 80% of the median area income. The proposed project is for the acquisition of several parcels on Ethel Street. Phase I is the beginning of the revitalization of an entire block of vacant and dilapidated homes and un-kept lots, eliminating slum and blight in the area. The Ethel Street Initiative is planned to consist of approximately 25 units for low to moderate income families. Upon completion, Ethel Street will be similar to the Tunstall Street project, which was successfully completed in 2005.

AGENCY NAME & PROJECT LOCATIONSHIELD, Inc.

2452 Ketchum CoveMemphis, TN 38114

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

SHIELD, Inc. is a nonprofit that operates a sponsor based rental assistance using Shelter Plus Care funds to pay rental assistance for 24 units of housing. The program serves very low income homeless individuals / households with a disability of chronically homeless, mentally ill and/or dually diagnosed individuals unaccompanied by children.

PROPOSED

AGENCY NAME & PROJECT LOCATIONLowenstein House, Inc.

821 S. BarksdaleMemphis, TN 38114


Lowenstein House has been awarded $30,000.00 in the Public Services category. Lowenstein House is a psychiatric rehabilitation program which serves low income adults, ages 18 or older. It provides a comprehensive program targeting vocational skills training, job placement, interpersonal skills, independent living skills, and other educational programs. The funds will be used to pay for the salary and benefits of a Case Manager and Job Coach. They anticipate serving 24 clients during the year.

PLANNED

AGENCY NAME & LOCATIONLiteracy Mid-South

902 S. CooperMemphis, TN 38114


Literacy Mid-South has been awarded $20,000.00 in the Public Services category. Literacy Mid-South formerly the Memphis Literacy Council has a 35 year history of providing essential literacy education to people who want to improve their lives and those of their children. LMS supports family literacy, workforce literacy, English as a second language, financial literacy, health literacy, and more. The program works specially through community –based organizations in the most underserved zip code areas in the city: 38105, 38106, 38107, 38108, 38109, 38112, and 38127. LMS has partnerships with Memphis Family Shelter, Agape Child and Family Services, Hope House Daycare, Shelby County Corrections’ Fatherhood program, Memphis YWCA and Sophia’s House, and Nat Buring Learning Center in Orange Mound. The funds will be used to pay the partial salary and fringes of the Outreach Coordinator and part-time Tutor Trainer. The anticipate serving 75 for the Academy Tutoring, 100 Adult Literacy, and 200 Family Literacy Students.

PROPOSED

AGENCY NAME & LOCATIONShelby Vocational & Residential Services

3592 Knight Arnold RoadMemphis, TN 38118

Renovation


SRVS will use $61,448.00 in CDBG Public Facility Improvement Funds for their Building Dreams Campaign. The Building Dreams Campaign’s total project cost is $7,228,500.00. As a part of this campaign, SRVS will renovate and expand their Day Center for adults and children with developmental

disabilities. The Day Center will be located at 3971 Knight Arnold Rd.

HOME Match Projects

PROPOSED

AGENCY NAME & LOCATION Alpha Omega Veteran Services

1183 Madison AvenueMemphis, TN 38104

NUMBER OF UNITS: Ten (10) unit Single Room Occupancy


AOVS used $300,000 in HOME funds to match grants totaling $1,545,492 from multiple sources to build a two story fully bricked facility to house a total of ten (10) units of SRO rental housing for homeless mentally disabled veterans. The project is located at 2226 Ball Road which was the former Memphis Army Depot property.

HOME Match Projects

COMPLETED

AGENCY NAME & LOCATIONPendlove, Inc.

1934 Pendleton StreetMemphis, TN 38114


Pendlove has been awarded $25,000.00 in the Public Services category. Pendlove is a licensed residential care home for the elderly. Among the services provided by Pendlove are shelter, food, hygiene care, structured activities, transportation to physicians, and case management. They will provide housing for 30 disabled elderly that are not able to live alone unaided. The funds will be used to pay for

operating costs of the program.

PLANNED

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Councilwoman Wanda Halbert District 4