Project Description

As part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act THA received a Capital Fund Formula Grant. THA will utilize these funds to invest in our public housing portfolio with capital and deferred maintenance upgrades. The scope of work includes various improvements such as, new roofs, windows, siding, floor covers, energy efficient lighting packages, landscaping and other misc. improvements at 10 individual properties.

Budget and Financing

Budget: $7 Million

Financing: ARRA Capital Fund Formula Grant

4% Tax Credit Equity

Tax Exempt Bonds

Development Team

Developer - Tacoma Housing Authority

Architect - Casey Group

Contractor(s):

AMP 1: Tatley-Grund was selected and approved by the Board of Commissioners as the General Contractor for AMP1 at the February board meeting. A preconstruction meeting was held by THA staff on March 3rd and a tenant meeting on March 11th. Construction is anticipated to begin April 1, 2010.

AMP2: Christensen Inc. was selected and approved by the Board of Commissioners as the General Contractor for AMP2 at the February board meeting. A preconstruction meeting was held by THA staff on March 3rd and a tenant meeting will be scheduled later in March. Construction is anticipated to begin April 1, 2010.

AMP3: Construction Enterprise & Constructors was selected and approved by the Board of Commissioners as the General Contractor for AMP3 at the February board meeting. A preconstruction meeting was held by THA staff on March 5th and a tenant meeting will be scheduled in April. Construction is anticipated to begin in May.

Asphalt Removal & Replacement (AMP 1, 2, & 3): AMP 1: Northwest Asphalt was selected and approved by the Board of Commissioners as the General Contractor for the Asphalt Repair and Restriping at the February board meeting. A preconstruction meeting was held by THA staff on March 5th, and a Tenant meeting will be held later in March. Asphalt patching will begin in April and Sealcoating and Striping possibly as early as May, depending on the weather.

Schedule

A&E Procurement and Scoping - Completed December 2009

Expected Bid Dates

All Plans, Specifications and Bidding has been completed.

The ARRA funds were 100% obligated on March 5, 2010.