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389 Dr. Brown asked about the legal expense associated with placing a lien and asked if the lien could be removed at some point in time when concerns are more fully addressed. Mr. Brown said Council could define a release time to release the security such as filing a site plan, etc. He said he cannot give ball park estimate of the cost. Mr. Lynch said that while he understands Mr. Caravati's concern, a lien would be less enforceable than holding them accountable through their annual appropriation. He said if the property defaults, it would be simpler to take it out of next year's budget. Dr. Brown said he feels we are supporting a somewhat speculative venture with two of our partners with whom we have a track record. He said he has trust and confidence in them and wants to invest in them and help them do a good project to address specific needs we have. He said he supports the resolution without liens or other conditions. Ms. Hamilton agreed with Dr. Brown, but said she would also be comfortable accepting the lien with a release time set at the time master plan documents are available. She said this puts pressure on to make it happen sooner. Mr. Lynch said the question is what do we want to accomplish with a lien. Mr. Caravati said it is a form of security. He said he does not like saying we will not fund them next year. He said a lien is no big deal and would be a $400 to $600 maximum expense. Dr. Brown called for the vote. The Resolution Authorizing $75,000 for Habitat for Humanity was approved by the following vote. Ayes: Dr. Brown, Ms. Hamilton, Mr. Lynch. Noes: None. Abstaining: Mr. Caravati and Mr. Schilling. BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Charlottesville, Virginia that this Council hereby authorizes transfer of $75,000 from the Housing Initiatives Fund to Habitat for Humanity to assist in the purchase of property on 5th Street, S.W. Said property will be developed as affordable housing in partnership with Abundant Life Ministries, Inc. MINUTES: JUNE 21, 23, 28, JULY 5, 14, 18 Mr. Lynch amended the minutes of June 28, July 5 and July 18. Ms. Hamilton amended the minutes of July 14. On motion by Mr. Lynch, seconded by Ms. Hamilton, the minutes of June 21, 23, 28 and July 5, 14, 18 were approved, with the minutes of June 28, July 5, 14 and 18 amended, by the following vote. Ayes: Dr. Brown, Mr. Caravati, Ms. Hamilton (except Ms. Hamilton abstained from voting on the minutes of June 28 and July 5), Mr. Lynch, Mr. Schilling (except Mr. Schilling abstained from voting on the minutes of June 28). Noes: None. Abstaining: Ms. Hamilton on the minutes of June 28 and July 5 and Mr. Schilling on the minutes of June 28. PUBLIC There were no matters by the public. OTHER BUSINESS Dr. Brown announced that there will be no August 15th Council meeting.