The City of Hood River has received plenty of interest from people who would like to be part of an advisory task force to provide input on policy alternatives in the formation of an affordable housing production strategy.  Interim City Manager Will Norris says they have had about 30 applicants, and the intent is to have different categories of interest represented on the panel so they get a wide perspective on the issue.  Norris says municipal staff will be checking with City Councilors during their Monday night meeting to make sure they are on the right track before bringing a list of proposed appointees back in two weeks.  The consulting firm EcoNorthwest is being retained to help in the strategy development process.