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City Council Meeting Minutes February 19, 2019 Page 7 of 9 property. She reviewed the history of the property; it is now a private residence. She noted the applicant has received grants from the HPF previously. The applicant has completed the structural assessment and the alteration certificate has been approved. She reviewed the fees and costs associated with the loan. The end result would be an additional $40,000 in interest returned to the HPF at the end of the project. Currently, the HPF has about $2.1 million in it. Staff recommends approval of the $69,000 request. Councilmember Loo asked what happens if the loan is not paid back. Director Zuccaro stated the agreement includes a lien on the property if the loan is not repaid. The City will contract with a loan administrator and underwriter that will collect payments and reimburse the city similar to a home equity loan. Applicant Presentation Caleb Dickinson, stated the current work includes full restoration of some sections of the house. They are working to rehabilitate the building as much as possible and restore what they can. It has turned out to be much more work than anticipated. He stated they are trying to finish the project, and do it right, and be historic. Public Comments — None. Mayor Muckle stated he is happy to see someone take advantage of the loan program. Councilmember Stolzmann moved to approved Resolution No. 7; Councilmember Keany seconded the motion. Vote: Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote. DISCUSSION/DIRECTION — CITY COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF CHANGES TO LIQUOR REGULATIONS AND OPTIONS IN CITY PARKS AND FACILITIES Muth stated the State legislature changed the rules in the last session to give municipalities the option to allow the consumption of alcohol in specific public places. This change gives the City the option of allowing consumption in parks and other facilities. She noted the City previously allowed up to five hours of alcohol consumption for private parties when renting parks. Staff is aware people are consuming during events, parties, and other park uses. It may be preferable for the City to allow use within certain parameters rather than have a total ban. The Parks Board supports such a change; the Police Department is concerned about enforcement issues. Muth stated the options are to keep the existing rules with the ban, amend the Code to allow use with conditions, or allow consumption in the parks at all times. If Council would like to make changes staff will bring back an ordinance for consideration at a later date.