Revitalization Commission Agenda and Packet 2020 02 12

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Revitalization Commission Minutes January 13, 2020 Page 3 of 5 Commissioner Bradfield asked about the mill levy comparison in the packet and asked where the LFPD would be without the mill increase. Chief Willson said they thought they would get what they needed going to voters. City Manager Balser said that the LRC did agree to fund the agreement prior to the November ballot. She said most urban renewal authorities have relationships with their special districts. Under new legislation, the LRC would be required to share revenues with other taxing agencies for new mill levy increases. Commissioner Bradfield said he sees a commission that spends money on small potatoes, rather than larger vision. He said he sees a pressing need of fire department. Projecting the total value of the revenue sharing, Commissioner Bradfield asked Chief Willson what the LFPD will do with $1 million over 10 years. Chief Willson said it will help the LFPD keep people by paying them competitively, replace equipment, keep the station operating efficiently, add staff, and add equipment. Commissioner Tofte said it is not fair to not have the LFPD share in TIF. Chair Fisher likes the proposed agreement and thinks it is a good use of money. Commissioner Gambale can appreciate how expensive equipment is and training. He has experience with EMS and is appreciative of the request. Commissioner Bradfield is generally supportive and wants to have a plan for money. The agreement states that the first payment will be made early next year, so the LRC can further discuss the District’s detailed plans for funding. City Council member Lipton made a motion to approve the agreement and forward it to City Council based on additional clarity of how money will be spent specific to the Urban Renewal area and improving the safety of district. Chair Fisher seconded the motion. All in favor. • Discussion of LRC 2020 Work Plan Draft Economic Vitality Director Megan Pierce did brainstorming of ideas with the LRC. She took the feedback and compiled into format to facilitate discussion. Re: Village Square. Commissioner Gorsevski would prefer to not give money to an owner who does not invest in the property. Council member Lipton said we need to connect with ownership and there are multiple owners. This would be a good use of staff time. Pierce said she can reach out to property owners. Commissioner Bradfield said a sidewalk extension in that area would be helpful. That sidewalk stretch is bad. Would be better for Village Square if pedestrian access were improved. Council member Lipton said street lighting should be looked at. Night lighting in the area is poor. Packet P. 4