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One of four (4) required steps in this application process is the adoption of a supporting resolution by the Lackawanna City Council. Attached is the proposed resolution for your honorable body’s consideration at the January 20, 2026 regular business meeting — the content of which is based on a template mandated by HCR. The other required steps include a) electronic submission of a letter of intent to apply and b) uploading of zoning information and historical permit data (recent 5-year} to a program site: e Lackawanna’s letter of Intent signed by Mayor lafallo was submitted to HCR on January 9° and acknowledged via email on January 13". Note: It may take 10-14 business days for HCR’s Pro- Housing Dashboard to refresh inclusive of Lackawanna. e¢ The aforementioned resolution, zoning information and permit data will be uploaded as one submission (at HCR’s request) no later than Friday, February 6°". HCR has indicated their goal to render a decision within 90 days after all four (4) required application steps are completed. | will be attending the January 20° meeting and would be happy to address any questions. Thank you for your time and consideration. CHARLES D. CLARK, DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT, MARKETING & PUBLIC INFORMATION Moved by Marrano second by Surdyke to receive and file, act on resolution. Yeas: Muflahi, Anderson, Meegan, Surdyke, Marrano Carried 5-0 RESOLUTION NO: 5, 2026 WHEREAS, the City of Lackawanna (hereinafter “local government”) believes that the lack of housing for New York residents of all ages and income levels negatively impacts the future of New York State’s economic growth and community well-being; WHEREAS, the housing crisis has negative effects at regional and local levels, we believe that every community must do their part to contribute to housing growth and benefit from the positive impacts a healthy housing market brings to communities; WHEREAS, we believe that supporting housing production of all kinds in our community will bring multiple benefits, including increasing housing access and choices for current and future residents, providing integrated accessible housing options that meet the needs of people with sensory and mobility disabilities, bringing economic opportunities and vitality to our communities, and allowing workers at all levels to improve their quality of life through living closer to their employment opportunities;