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Mounds View City Council Juty 11, 20Q5 Regular Meeting Page 25 background. She stated that at this point she feels that Mr. Bier has a more global/broader view • and she is leaning towards Mr. Bier as the candidate due to his broader view of what should be accomplished within the City. Mayor Marty stated that he spent approximately twenty minutes with Mr. Sundberg and 40 minutes with Mr. Bier. He stated that he feels both are very capable and that he is impressed with both candidates. He stated that Mr. Sundberg referenced the software also mentioned by Mr. Hansen and that he suggested utilizing the Roseville server and that he also indicated that the software would be a considerable savings for the City. He stated that Mr. Sundberg was very knowledgeable about the application and process adding that he recently went through the same kind of process with. the City he is currently working with. He stated that he also spoke with Mr. Hansen noting that he worked for him while working for the City of Brooklyn Center and Mr. Hansen did stated that Mr. Sundberg is a very quick learner and that he gained considerable experience in the area of TIF while working for the City of Brooklyn Center. He stated that he believes that Mr. Sundberg would transition more comfortably into the position than Mr. Bier noting that it would be less of a learning curve for Mr. Sundberg. Council Member Gunn clarified that she is not opposed to Mr. Sundberg but would like to know why Staff feels he would be the better choice. City Administrator Ulrich explained that their decision was based on his experience with the City government process and agreed that the learning curve would be considerably higher for Mr. Bier • m comparison. Council Member Stigney stated that overall he prefers Mr. Bier adding that Mr. Bier left him with a really good feeling that he would do what it takes to get things done and he really does want this job. He stated that he did ask Mr. Sundberg about TIF and tax rebates noting that Mr. Sundberg left him with the impression that he does not like doing things with TIF. He stated that he felt the need to determine who would be best overall for the City and believes that person is Mr. Bier MOTION/SECOND. Stigney/Gunn To recommend to Staff that Mr. Bier be considered as the candidate for the Finance Director and have the City Administrator bring back final recommendations to the next regular City Council meeting. Ayes-3 Nays-2 (Marty/Flaherty) Motion carried. 9. CONSENT AGENDA. . Council Member Thomas asked to pull Item 9C, Resolution 6576 Approving the Tobacco and Gasoline License for Gas for Less located at 2525 Highway 10. She asked where is the City at with the license as far as how long it is going to be in place since the propei-ry is going to be purchased by Snyder's. She asked if there would be apro-ration on the. fee or is this for the full year and they don't get it.