Expand contract with SCI Consulting Group to develop vacant parcel tax plan
In Plain English
The city hired SCI Consulting Group to study a potential tax on vacant parcels. The original contract needs more work to create an implementation plan and draft the actual tax law. If approved, the contract increases by $55,270 to a total of $65,270 and extends through June 2022.
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Votes
Approve contract amendment
6 to 1
Why This Vote Matters
The city approved spending an additional $55,270 to expand its contract with SCI Consulting Group, bringing the total to $65,270 for work on a potential vacant parcel tax. The consulting firm will now create an implementation plan and draft the actual tax language, extending their work through June 2022. The council voted 6-1 in favor, with only Nathaniel Bates dissenting. This continues the city's exploration of taxing property owners who leave parcels vacant, which could generate revenue while encouraging development of unused land.
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