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The Mounds View Vision A Thriving Desirable Community Item No: 08D Meeting Date: December 9, 2025 Type of Business: Council Business City Administrator Review: _____ City of Mounds View Staff Report To: Honorable Mayor and City Council From: Nyle Zikmund, City Administrator Item Title/Subject: Resolution 10187, approving $8,925 for rental assistance/support. Introduction: Affordable housing has emerged as a systemic chronic issue challenging residents across the nation to secure safe, affordable housing. Mounds View is no exception. Background: Recent legislation established and additional sales tax collected for the specific purpose of proving cities, who in turn administer the funds distributed from the collection, to address affordable housing issues. Council has had numerous discussions on this issue and consensus to utilize funds for rental assistance, an authorized expense. Discussion: Council has requested we work in cooperation with Community Support Center, Karen Meyer which we have with this client. Ms. Meyer concurs with the need for assistance. The appropriation includes a security deposit of one month and six months of rent which will be paid monthly. All utilities are included except electricity which other funding sources are secured. Note – based on “goals” achieved, 6-month extension request possible. Strategic Plan Strategy/Goal: A progressive city that is welcoming and desirable destination to all ages and cultures, who seek progress through partnership, and a place where residents can live, work and play safely and show pride in the community. Financial Impact: $8,925 (of which one month security deposit presumably refunded) that will come from the Local Area Housing Aid. Recommendation: Council Discretion. Respectfully submitted, ________________________ Nyle Zikmund City Administrator