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2016-12-13 MINUTES 2 questioned if the project would be part of the Shady Acres solution for families. Jack Frost, member of the Homelessness & Affordable Housing Committee said that although he likes the concept of the project, he has a tougher time allocating that large amount of money for specifically one “thing”, and would need to sit down with the committee before making a recommendation. Nancy Goodloe, a member of the Homelessness & Affordable Housing Committee said that although she doesn’t have a problem allocating funds to the project, she would like other agencies be able to apply as well. She commented on the new proposed 10 year plan that will be coming forth for the Commissioners approval, which included a process for agencies to ask for requesting funds outside of a grant period. Commissioner Jewell suggested that if the Board does decide to set aside $500,000.00, making sure it’s clear the County has funding available for everyone interested in some type of affordable housing project. It was noted that while the Homelessness & Affordable Housing Committee may have come up with a new process and will be presenting it soon to the Commissioners for their consideration, it has not yet come before them and until a new process is adopted they would be willing to consider any project proposals that may be submitted. Commissioner Osiadacz said by setting aside $500,000.00 it is just under half of what’s available in the fund balance and the remaining amount would still be available for additional projects. David Miller asked if the Board would be willing to review other projects. Commissioner Jewell indicated the Board would be willing to look at any applications as they come forward right now. Meeting adjourned at 3:56 p.m. KITTITAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS CLERK OF THE BOARD KITTITAS COUNTY, WASHINGTON Julie Kjorsvik Paul Jewell, Vice-Chairman