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The law also provides an exception that attorney fees will be awarded prove that there is"no feasible alter- for actions to acquire property for high- in many circumstances.In addition, native"to remediate blight or Con- way projects that,by the day following greater relocation benefits,higher tamination in an area in order to final enactment,have been selected to reimbursement of property owners' take non-blighted or uncontami- receive federal funding and in which appraisal fees,and compensation for nated property.These changes to the service of the notice of the petition is loss of going concern will increase law will likely encourage holdouts. made on or before Jan.15,2007. costs substanti ally. Finally,the new public notice and • The process will take longer. In hearing requirements will also add Practical implications addition to appraisers,local gov- time and expense when a local gov- These changes to Minnesota's eminent ernments will now need to tap ernment seeks to acquire property domain law will significantly impact the expertise of real estate brokers, for redevelopment purposes. the ability of local governments to accountants and business valuation respond to community needs.The law experts to help them deter mine the Share your story goes well beyond addressing the con- appropriate level of compensation It is important for local officials to cerns raised by the Kelo decision and due to a property owner.Local gov- talk with their legislators about the includes several provisions that will ernments will also need to spend impacts of this new law on local affect all condemnation actions. more time and effort documenting projects.Cities should also notify the Local officials should be aware of the public use and necessity for a League about problems they encoun- the following impacts of this new law: taking. ter with the process and the cost of • All condemnation actions will cost • Redevelopment will be more diffi- complying with these new require- more. The new law will add mil- cult and costly. Tight definitions of ments. lions of taxpayer dollars to the costs "blight"and"environmental con- Please contact Laura Harris,LMC, of public projects,including acquisi- tamination"and the limited abil- at(651)281-1260 or Iharris@lmnc. tions for traditional public uses such ity to assemble parcels will obstruct org;or Tom Grundhoefer,LMC,at as roads and parks.The prospect of local redevelopment efforts.Local (651)281-1266 or tgrundhoefer@ attorney fees will necessitate higher governments will need to k eep hnnc.org with any questions about offers,and while property owners written records of code violations this new law may settle in some ca ses,it's likely in order to document"blight"and Opportunity for Participation Public service leadership call for case studies The Innovation Groups(IG)is accepting applications tion partnerships that provided creative,adaptive,and from local governments that are interested in presenting innovative solutions to current and future community during the 13 th Annual 2007 Transforming Local Gov- issues. ernment(TLG)conference to be held June 6-8,2007, • Environmental leadership. That used technology or in Bellevue,Wash. innovation in order to protect natural resources or Submit a successful program,project,or initiative for create a more sustainable community and which one of the following categories: required a committed leadership body. • Elected leadership.Who demonstrated innovation, • Economic leadership. That employed newer technolo- change,strong policy and managerial courage during gies(i.e.broadband) and/or marketing strategies,which unusually challenging times,which actions resulted in attracted and retained businesses and residents. new opportunities for the community,staff consensus, • Organizational transformation.That led to a powerful and citizen trust. change within an organization's culture,management • Citizen engagement.That generated the political will philosophy/principles,work environment,and/or for public work resulting in a committed and engaged service delivery. citizenry rather than a persuaded populace. The deadline to apply is Aug.18.For more information • Community partnerships. With unique types of and to access the application,visit the TLG Conference web public/private,nonprofit and/or educational institu- site at:www.dgconference.org/appfication.htm.Ir August 9, 2006 LMC Cities Bulletin Page 9