Council delays vote on 500 Second Street TIF agreement after public questions about transparency and developer plans

The LaSalle City Council on Monday postponed consideration of a tax-increment finance redevelopment agreement tied to 500 Second Street after public questions about inspection reports, meeting materials and next steps from the developer. Residents Dina Hicks and Alyssa Salas raised concerns during public comment about lack of detail in meeting packets and the city’s handling of proposals involving the former public works site. “There’s nothing in regards in the minutes to what was said in his presentation at all,” Dina Hicks said, describing agendas and minutes as too vague for meaningful public input. New resident and contractor Alyssa Salas said she intends to submit a request for proposal for properties in the 500 block…