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Since the announcement of the RIHA Asset Management Plan in 2003, and the Plan's subsequent implementation, RIHA has
invested $8 million in new construction and development in the City of Rock Island. Based on the full implementation of
the RIHA Asset Management Plan, the Agency estimates the potential for $52 million in additional investments in the City
over the next 10 to 15 years.
Recommended Asset Management Projects Include:
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Development of the Special Needs Complex |
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Demolition and replacement of Lincoln Homes |
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Redevelopment of Spencer Towers |
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Construction of in-fill and mixed-income housing in multiple Rock Island neighborhoods |
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Demolition and replacement of Manor Homes |
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Redevelopment of the former Valley Homes site |
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Continued upgrades to Sunset Heights |
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Refurbish the Hickman Center |
Development Projects
RIHA has four projects totaling $44 million poised to move forward based on the availability of funding including:
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Special Needs Complex |
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Spencer Towers |
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Demolition and replacement of Lincoln Homes |
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In-fill housing in multiple Rock Island neighborhoods |
Operations
RIHA receives $1.5 million in Operating Funds and $1 million in Capital Funding per year. Operating Funds cover the difference
between rents paid and the operating expenses of RIHA. Capital Funds are dedicated to the care and maintenance of RIHA properties
and are used to make required improvements and upgrades. The Agency also received $1.4 million in grant funding.
As a property manager and business entity, RIHA:
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Receives $4.5 million in rent and subsides annually |
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Spends $1 million per year on sub-contractors and suppliers |
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Employs 26 people |
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Spends approximately $2.4 million in property maintenance and Capital Improvements |
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Spends $600,000 on utility costs |
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Spends $1 million on tenant services |
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