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1 1 1 COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 26, 1993 25 years to capture increment. The first problem to be resolved is to be sure that the current buildings are not removed prior to the implementing of the district. This will require an agreement between Anoka County, Mr. Ross and this City. Council Member Bergeson noted that the agreement requires the cooperation of the landowner and asked if the City has a verbal agreement with him. Mr. Schumacher explained that he has met with Mr. Ross and has explained this concern. Mr. Ross does understand that it is to his advantage to cooperate in this matter. Council Member Neal asked if the City would pay for the removal of the buildings and he was told no. Council Member Neal noted the presence of old buried gas tanks on the property and asked who would pay for the cleanup if there is contamination? This is the responsibility of the landowner and there are funds available to help landowners in this situation. Council Member Kuether asked if Mr. Ross plans to rebuild. Mr. Schumacher explained that Mr. Ross is considering relocating his business. Mr. Schumacher noted that a $1,000.00 escrow posted by Mr. Ross was discussed at the City Council work session. The escrow would cover the costs of establishing a new TIF district. Mr. Schumacher said that these costs could come from the new redevelopment district if Mr. Ross does not post the escrow. Mr. Batty suggested starting the procedure for establishment of the district and calling for a public hearing. If Mr. Ross agrees to enter into the agreement the public hearing could be postponed. Council Member Neal moved to authorize Mr. Batty to begin the process to establish a new TIF redevelopment district giving the property a full six (6) years of development opportunity prior to the loss of the district and to authorize the City Administrator to negotiate an agreement with Anoka County for the removal of the existing buildings on the Ross property and negotiate a $1,000.00 "good faith" escrow with Mr. Ross. Council Member Kuether seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. CONTINUATION OF PLANNING AND ZONING BOARD REPORT Final Plat Review, Park Grove - The final plat for the Park Grove development consists of 80 single family lots. This plat is located to the east of PineRidge, to the west of Birchwood Acres and south of Shenandoah, II. The plat received preliminary approval by the Park Board on April 6, 1992, by the Planning and Zoning Board, September 9, 1992 and by the City Council on PAGE 18 149