Our TIF Process

Development Proposal Flow Chart

I. Initial Developer Overture to City

1. City Hall is designated as the initial contact point.
2. The Director of Public Works (DPW) has been designated the City's point person on TIF-assisted development projects.

II. Preliminary Developer Discussions

1. The DPW provides overview of TIF area, tours, and responds to initial inquiries.
2. DPW notifies Development Committee and Riverfront Commission of developer interest via established protocol.

III. Developer Proposed Development

1. DPW responds to questions, maintains contacts, and makes referrals to appropriate entities for additional information.

IV. Developer Proposal Analysis

1. DPW provides proposed outline and background information to the Development Committee.
2. Development Committee reviews proposal, and if appropriate, forwards proposal for analysis.
3. Analysis and response is requested from:
   • Riverfront Commission
   • City TIF Consultant
     • Developer qualifications
     • Project financial viability
   • Building Department
   • TIF Committee
   • City Attorney

V. Developer Negotiations

1. DPW facilitates negotiation with relevant stakeholders including:
   • Building Department
   • TIF Committee
   • City Attorney
2. Riverfront Commission, City Council advised of negotiations in process.

VI. Developer Agreement

1. The "Development Package" is referred for approval as noted:
   • Plan Commission (if applicable)
   • TIF Committee
   • City Council