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Councilmember Braucks motioned to approve as presented,seconded by Councilmember Vaughan. Roll Call:Ayes 7;Nays 0. Resolution No. 12-15-20: Conduit Housing Revenue Bond-Call for Public Hearing and Preliminary Approval-Schoolhouse Square Senior Housing-Real Estate Equities Hinzman discussed the proposal from Real Estate Equities for a housing finance program and to grant a preliminary approval to a housing facility revenue bond for financing associated with the Schoolhouse Square Senior Housing Facility. He also summarized the project,past Council land use approval actions and the creation of the TIF District. Council discussed whether there was any risk to the City's bond rating, if the conduit bond opportunity should be given to other developers and that due to competitiveness,the Dakota County CDA denied Real Estate Equities application for funding. Tammy Omdal,Northland Securities,provided additional information. Councilmember Folch motioned to approve as presented, seconded by Councilmember Leifeld. Roll Call: Ayes 7;Nays 0. Downtown Business Association -Winter\Spring Request for Assistance Hinzman summarized the most recent requests from the Downtown Business Association(DBA) for City Assistance. He also summarized recent discussions with HEDRA and the amount of money dispersed for COVID-19 relief and the remaining balance of the fund. Kristy Barse,Chamber of Commerce President,provided options how the City and Tourism Board may partner,the importance of a year-round attraction and the impact of tourism to the entire City. Council discussed the request for City funding to provide lighting in Levee Park and downtown area, year-round versus seasonal lighting,the effectiveness.of lighting to create increased business in the downtown area,possible sources of funding including the balance in the COVID-19 relief fund, lighting of the railroad bridge and of the buildings along second street which are privately owned, Levee Park ice rink and its possible expansion,how businesses outside the downtown area may benefit, input needed from businesses outside the downtown area if using City funds for lighting,creating a year-round attraction/destination, location priorities for creating an attraction or beautification, that efforts are focused on downtown area to draw people to the City, maintenance of the City's current amenities and being cognizant of the time and manpower to maintain lights and/or the new attraction,the Chamber of Commerce and/or Tourism Board to take lead and to provide events and other attractions,the City may help with funding and City staff serving in a supportive role,more collaboration between the DBA,the Chamber and the City,and the need to move quickly and task force to assist. Lacy Quail, Eye Candy REfind owner,expressed frustration that the City isn't providing enough support fast enough. Councilmember Folch motioned to light trees on the riverfront from the Highway 61 bridge up to and including the Rotary Pavilion, seconded by Councilmember Leifeld. Council discussed possible costs, funding sources and obtaining multiple quotes. Councilmember Balsanek motioned to amend the original motion to take the funds out of HEDRA, pending HEDRA's approval. Council discussed that due to the short time line if HEDRA's approval was needed,that the specified Sign up to receive automatic notification of Council agendas At ccagenda-subscribe@hastingsmn.gov or by calling 651-480-2350 City Council packets can be viewed in searchable format on the City's website at http://www.hastin gsm n.gov/city_govemment/city-counci I/city-counci 1-agendas-and-minutes