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Further discussion: A question was raised as to whether or not TIF is the only way to finance this project. Mr. Johnson responded that this is a much better enhanced project if it's done this way. It would be a higher quality, more attractive, less density project. Councilmember Anderson expressed concern about the stigma for the families who live in these types of homes. Mr. Johnson assured her that these are not the "stereotypical" low-income housing. Councilmember Hendriksen stated he assumes the City will expend funds if we create a TIF district. He wondered what the dollar amount is and for how many years. Mr. Johnson commented that this housing project would pay taxes. This is estimated to be about a $4 million project and taxes would be about $50,000 a year. We are asking for 90% participation - the City would retain 10%. Ms. Sherman clarified that this is a pay as you go so they will not get the increment until the tax is paid. Councilmember Hendriksen was certain there will be initial costs that someone has to incur. Mr. Norman reiterated that the cost does not exist because it's a pay as you go. Mr. Johnson added that there are no bonds, no outstanding debt, etc. The only sacrifice that the City is making is they are giving up revenue. Councilmember Haas Steffen commented that the minimum you could take off this project is close to $700,000 for 15 years. Amendment by Councilmember Haas Steffen and seconded by Councilmember Anderson to add that this case will be brought back to the February 9, 1999 Council meeting. Amendment carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Gamec, Councilmembers Haas Steffen, Anderson, Hendriksen and Zimmerman. Voting No: None. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Gamec, Councilmembers Hendriksen, Haas Steffen, Anderson and Zimmerman. Voting No: None. Mayor Gamec recessed the regular Council meeting at 9:10 p.m. Mayor Gamec called the City Council meeting back to order at 9:20 p.m. Case #9: Ordinance Amending the Site Plan Review Section of City Code; Case of City of Ramsey Community Development Assistant Walther reported that the Planning Commission directed staff to review the Site Plan Review section of the City Code. Staff has made the suggested changes/modifications. The proposed ordinance includes several language revisions to clarify the requirements and to change any language that specifically references information that changes occasionally by administrative decision or City Council resolution. The proposed ordinance adds new submittal requirements for site plan review applications which include providing building elevations, color renderings, locations of existing significant historical and natural features, and exterior lighting locations, specifications and fixture diagrams. The ordinance adds two new performance standards for non-residential uses, including providing underground irrigation of City Council/January 26, 1999 Page 13 of 17