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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 18, 2014 the property redeveloped to a higher and better use. Extension of the IUP for five years is a compromise that will keep the site viable with the long- term goal of redevelopment. Frank Frattalone, FraDor, indicated that he has been working with the City for the last 20 years relative to the recycling/stockpiling business. Frattalone indicated that this has been a good business and provides a service to the public and residents of Little Canada. He noted that originally he had a landfill permit on a portion of this property through the City. He then purchased the landscaping business that was adjacent and cleaned up that site. Frattalone indicated that the plan would be to redevelop these properties as one piece, but indicated that the economy does not lend itself to redevelopment at this time. He requested a five- year extension of the IUP. Frattalone stated that he wanted to clarify that he does not want to shut this business down, but he will when a redevelopment opportunity comes along. He also noted that since the property has been for sale, he has done some additional soil corrections, and the property has been surcharged and compacted. However, the four acres on the south are still moving. Frattalone indicated that the FraDor business does generate some complaints from neighbors on the south relative to dust control. These complaints have been reasonable, and he indicated that they try to address the complaints right away. There is a water truck kept on the site at all tines. The street is also swept a few times a day. Frattalone indicated that he keeps in contact with the Public Works Superintendent and seeks input from him. Frattalone stated that he would like an extension of the IUP to keep the business going, which he felt was a good business for Little Canada. He noted that in addition to property taxes which the City's share is approximately 14%, the business pays a per tonnage fee directly to the City. Frattalone estimated that fee for the past year at $25,000. The City Administrator reported that Mr. Frattalone has always shown a high degree of integrity and follow-through. I -Ie noted that the tonnage fee goes into the City's street fund to help fund street repairs in the entire City. Keis noted that the Council held a workshop at which the terms of the proposed Development Agreement were reviewed in detail. Keis indicated that he was fine with the extension of the IUP as proposed. Justin Boss, employee of FraDor, encouraged the City's approval of the IUP extension. He indicated that the FraDor business tries to be a good 11