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<br /> <br />Deputy City Administrator Gladhill stated that staff also worked in attempt to find gaps between state and federal funding opportunities and direct the first phase of the program on <br /> the businesses that perhaps did not qualify for alternative funding. He stated that there could be a phase two program that could apply to a broader scope. <br /> <br />Member Burandt stated that those that hold an on-sale liquor license only received 10 months out of 12 because of the closures. He stated that restaurants remain a desired element for <br /> the community, as stated through resident comments and feedback on the City survey, therefore the City should work to maintain the existing restaurants. <br /> <br />Chairperson Steffen asked if 25 ads is the suggested maximum number of ads. <br /> <br />Economic Development Manager Sullivan confirmed that 25 ads was the top end recommendation within the case. He stated that a maximum number is desired in order to provide accurate budgeting <br /> projections. <br /> <br />Member Cords asked if there would be consideration for offering this more than once, dependent upon the economy. <br /> <br />Deputy City Administrator Gladhill stated that he would suggest moving forward on a one-time program, noting that a future request could come back if desired. <br /> <br />Economic Development Manager Sullivan provided details on the late payment waiver program. He stated that the businesses have remained current or one month behind. He stated that one <br /> business has reached out and expressed appreciation for the City allowing them to be late on the payment if needed. <br /> <br />Member Hardin asked if staff would still plan to negotiate with the publisher related to commissions. <br /> <br />Deputy City Administrator Gladhill noted that staff would attempt to negotiate with the publisher as discussed. <br /> <br />Motion by Member Burandt, seconded by Member Cords, to recommend approving the Liquor License Fee Waiver Program. <br /> <br />A roll call vote was performed by the Deputy City Administrator: <br /> <br />Member Cords aye <br />Member Hardin nay <br />Member Heineman aye <br />Member Kuzma aye <br />Member Riley aye <br />Member Burandt aye <br />Chairperson Steffen aye