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City Council Meeting Minutes June 14, 2016 Page 5 of 10 • Expansion is more costly than new construction. Proposed Assistance: • 50% rebate of City Building Permit Fees — $5,300 value • 50% rebate of Construction Use Taxes — $5,500 value • Incentives capped at $12,500. • Meets the general criteria of the BAP Program — Retention and expansion of jobs, — Project utilizes and existing building, — Encouraging the diversity of jobs or employment opportunities, — Value added by moving the company's corporate headquarters to the city, Project conforms to the comprehensive plan Action Requested: Resolution approving a Business Assistance Package with GBS Partners, Inc. doing business as Boulder Sausage. Mayor Muckle asked if the applicant would like to make any comments. APPLICANT PRESENTATION Jim Burton, CEO of GBS Partners, Inc. noted they have been in Louisville since 1994 and have outgrown their facility. He noted the total investment in this project would likely be in excess of $1.5 million. The plan is to not only add the building space, but to add a large refrigerated production area and a second production line. Mr. Burton stated the company is pleased to be in Louisville, would like to continue to be here and they are appreciative of any assistance. Mayor Muckle called for public comment and hearing none called for Council comment. MOTION: Council member Keany moved to approve Resolution No. 29, Series 2016 seconded by Council member Loo. Council member Stolzmann was in favor of the motion, noted it meets the criteria and felt it would be great if the company stayed in Louisville. Mayor Muckle agreed. Roll CaII vote 6 -0. Motion carries. Council member Leh absent. ORDINANCE NO. 1720, SERIES 2016 — AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 4.03.060 OF THE LOUISVILLE MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING LIABILITY FOR VIOLATIONS OF OPEN SPACE REGULATIONS — 2 "d Reading — Public Hearing Mayor Muckle requested a City Attomey introduction. City Attorney Light introduced Ordinance No. 1720, Series 2016. Mayor Muckle opened the public hearing and called for a staff presentation.