Three Rivers Community Action, Inc.

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1 Three Rivers Community Action, Inc.

2 Purchase-Rehabilitation-Education Initiative with Multiple Goals: Stabilize Neighborhoods Affected by Foreclosure Create Healthy, Energy Efficient Housing Opportunities Demonstrate Best Practices for Home Renovation Provide Outreach & Education to Multiple Audiences 2

3 Project Location: Northfield, MN Track foreclosures Identify local and regional partners Develop local stabilization plan Seek funding resources Focus on energy savings, deferred maintenance and healthy home improvements Keep homes affordable Educate community

4 311 CHERRY STREET TH STREET TH STREET 710 COLLEGE ST. Health Hazards HVAC Flooring Low VOC Lead testing and abatement Radon testing and active remediation system Positive grading away from house to limit moisture entering home Air-exchanger HEPA air filter EnergyStar exhaust fans kitchen, bath, garage Hardwood, marmoleum, and tile used throughout No carpet Adhesives, finishes, paint Lead testing and abatement Radon testing and passive remediation system Mold remediation Positive grading away from house to limit moisture entering home EnergyStar exhaust fans kitchen and bath Hardwood and tile used throughout Minimal carpet, none below grade Adhesives, finishes, paint Lead testing and abatement Radon testing, resulting in no system needed Positive grading away from house to limit moisture entering home EnergyStar exhaust fans kitchen and bath Hardwood and tile used throughout Minimal carpet, none below grade Adhesives, finishes, paint Lead testing and abatement Radon testing and active remediation system Positive grading away from house to limit moisture entering home EnergyStar exhaust fans kitchen and bath Hardwood and tile used throughout Minimal carpet, none below grade Adhesives, finishes, paint Location Conservation WalkScore: 52 Low-traffic cul-desac with Cherry park Walking distance to schools Increased insulation R 44 Dual-flush toilets and low-flow fixtures Air-source heat pump Solar water heater EnergyStar windows, lighting and appliances WalkScore: 88 Within blocks of Division St. commerce Adjacent to park with ice rink Increased insulation R 44 Low-flow toilets and fixtures High efficiency furnace EnergyStar windows, lighting and appliances WalkScore: 88 Within blocks of Division St. commerce Adjacent to park with ice rink Increased insulation R 44 Low-flow toilets and fixtures High efficiency furnace Solar water heater EnergyStar lighting and appliances WalkScore: 86 Within blocks of Division St. commerce, area parks, and river bike trail Increased insulation R 44 Low-flow toilets and fixtures High efficiency furnace EnergyStar lighting and appliances 4

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23 Education & Outreach Completed Events: 22 Attendees: 325+ Target Group Events: College and High School Tours, Housing Academy Meeting, Lender & Realtor Tours, Head Start Parent Meeting Seminar Series: Healthy Homes, Greening Your Garden, Green Building Practices and Save Energy, Save Money Public Events: Multiple Open Houses, Northfield Earth Day Fair Blog: Over 35 articles posted 23

24 Planting with Northfield ALC

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26 Donating cabinets to Habitat for Humanity

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32 ArTech Tour Spring 2010

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40 The Next Project: Northfield Neighborhood Revitalization Targeted area for maximum impact Owner-occupied rehabilitation 2:1 match of homeowner funds Focus on health, safety & energy savings All homes receive energy audit, lead risk assessment & radon testing Owners can also elect to do exterior improvements Education component for homeowner Create model for other communities 40

41 For More Information: Jenny Larson Community Development Director