Lori Matthews
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 36
- Total speaking time
- 3:54:24
- Avg per meeting
- 6:31
- Segments
- 2478
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Top issues during term (20)(Development)
Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) Program
Will involve future capital investments and restructuring of public housing financial platforms.
Affordable Housing Fee Delegation
The policy has spent over $2 million over its life from general fund allocations — not the housing bond.
May Hicks Curtis House Relocation and Adaptive Reuse
Roughly $406,000–$481,000 to rehab depending on use, plus $30,000 for a second move — Council wants outside funding, not city dollars.
Housing Attainability and LASCAP Implementation
Attainable-by-design housing variety is promised, but no units are deed-restricted affordable.
Residential Rezoning Project (13 Acres)
STL 290 Master Planned Development and Specific Plan
The developer projects roughly $6 million a year in recurring city revenue at full buildout, plus one-time construction sales tax — but also more demand for police, fire, water, and schools.
10-Year Housing Plan Implementation
The plan relies on existing funding allocations, voter-approved funds, and potential new recurring revenue sources.
Historic Signs and Facades Grant Program
The applicant is applying for a beautification grant through the Beautification and Public Art Commission.
Open Space Access and Development on the South Side
Projects utilize BBB funds and external grants to leverage matching dollars for trail and signage upgrades.
Universal Design Standards for City Projects
Could increase initial design costs for city projects while reducing future retrofit expenses.
Indigenous Commissioner Terms and Application Process
Proposed STL 405, LLC development agreement
Terms of the proposed agreement haven't been made public, so the cost or benefit to the city isn't yet known.
Homebuyer and Employer Assisted Housing Annual Update
Hidden Haven Estates Concept Zoning Map Amendment
Private investment in heavy industrial development and potential future city acquisition of trailhead parking.
19 W. Birch Ave. Hotel and Parking Garage Development
The project represents a multi-million dollar investment that will increase property tax revenues, generate sales tax, and add downtown parking and lodging.
Historic Preservation vs. Downtown Redevelopment
The developer reported an estimated $50 million total investment in construction, fixtures, and startup costs for the hotel and parking garage project.
Canyon del Rio Development Agreement
Housing set-asides for people with disabilities
Library Materials Review Policy Update
Housing Choice Voucher Utility Allowances and Payment Standards
Directly impacts housing authority budget allocations and tenant rent burdens.
Decisions during term (3)
Recorded while Matthews was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Resolution 2026-06: Recommendation to City Council for HUD RAD Application and Portfolio Redevelopment
Authorize City Attorney to proceed on Starlight Trail development agreement
Adoption of Resolution No. 2026-28: Canyon Del Rio Development Agreement Second Amendment
Voting record (1)(Development)
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