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City Council Minutes September 1, 2009 Page 3 of 11 Kim Bolz - Andolshek, 27546 West Twin Lakes Drive, Peciuot Lakes. — Ms. Bolz- Andolshek stated that she appreciates the survey, but is frustrated because it is the Council's decision to subsidize or not subsidize the project. She spoke about the use of TIF for retail businesses and stated she did not feel TIF should be used for this purpose. She further noted that the decision will affect other businesses in the area, not just Pequot Lakes. Ms. Bolz- Andolshek noted she did not agree with the process the City followed regarding the TIF request. Tom Thomason 30497 Highway 371 — Mr. Thompson noted that there are duplicates of many businesses in town. He questioned why there is only one grocery store and suggested that another store would be competition. Andrew Porter - Lot A 4 Sibley Terrace - Mr. Porter stated that he agrees with Kim Bolz- Andolshek. He noted that he does not believe TIF should be used for a new competitor who has established roots in the community. Barbara Porter, Lot A 4 — Sibley Terrace — Ms. Forest stated that she agrees with Justin and Kim Bolz - Andolshek. RuthAnn Hanson — Nisswa, MN. — Ms. Hanson asked the Council to check the validity of the petition as her name was signed by her 14 year old son. Ted Schaefer — 6295 Nashway Road Nisswa MN — Mr. Schaefer stated he is not opposed to TIF, but does not believe it should be used for competition. He further spoke about the site plan not being complete. 5. Presentations 5.1.A. Project Overview - TIF Proposal for Proposed Oppidan Project Paul Tucci, Oppidan, addressed the Council regarding their proposed project for a development to include a SuperValu Grocery Store. He noted that the building will be 33,000 square feet and will include a gas service island, a grocery store of 30,000 square feet, and ancillary space of 3,000 square feet. Mr. Tucci noted that the Planning Commission reviewed the development proposal and discussed the issue of zoning in regard to downtown mixed use versus commercial. Mr. Tucci noted that he may not need to go with the downtown mixed use zone and will be working with the Planning Commission on this issue. Mr. Tucci noted that Oppidan is trying to establish a retail area at an investment of $6 million dollars.