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beginning of matching roommates of unrelated people. This is not an absolute criterion. It may <br />be easier to start by taking families, couples and people who are single and house those people <br />first. Cain Twyman asked if they have the same foundation as the Caramore Community with <br />leases for three years. Mr. Nelson stated that it depends on the property owner. If it is not <br />privately held, the bank will have those rules set in advance to protect themselves. This is not <br />designed to solve all homeless or affordable housing issues. <br />Jenn Sykes asked how many landlords it will take to fill the gap. That will depend on the <br />amount of subsidy they have. Ms. Jacobs wanted to know how the non - profits feel about the <br />proposal. Some of the non - profits are working towards some kind of endorsement and CASA <br />have already given their endorsement. <br />Mae McLendon made a motion to endorse the concept of Master Leasing and make sure it goes <br />to the BOCC. Allison Mahaley seconded the motion, approved unanimously. <br />Ms. Jacobs inquired if this will change the total vouchers on the street. Sherrill Hampton stated <br />that it will not change the allocation of vouchers. The Board discussed the Master Lease after <br />the guest speakers left. They Board, even after voting to support the concept, has some <br />concerns regarding the Master Leasing proposal. <br />Doug Boemeker asked about the value and if they are doing something novel. Mr. Cook stated <br />that other communities have done this. Ms. Hampton stated that there is much to be worked <br />out. <br />Ms. Mahaley asked if the second landlord information session been scheduled. Ms. Hampton <br />stated it will be late April or early May. The resident meeting will be March 14 & 15 on <br />housekeeping, budgeting and saving. <br />Mr. Cook would like to add Update from Board Members to the Agenda. <br />Departmental /County Report <br />Ms. Hampton gave update on the Mobile Home Initiative. The Town of Chapel Hill is leading <br />the effort as it relates to the Lakeview Mobile Home Park. There have been two resident <br />engagement meetings with Lakeview Mobile Home Park residents. Some of the residents want <br />homeownership opportunities as a part of the available options. Chapel Hill Planning <br />Department is reviewing public owned properties as sites for possible solutions. Ms. McLendon <br />inquired if any of the people have applied for Habitat houses. Ms. Hampton was not sure if <br />Habitat had been contacted. Lakeview Mobile Home Park has a mixed group of residents with <br />varying incomes. The second mobile home park to be closed is Homestead and the County is <br />taking the lead for displacement mitigation activities. There are nine (9) mobile home spots at <br />rd <br />