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Public hearing held on Blue Ridge Crossing East Community Improvement District; first reading scheduled
Summary
A full public hearing opened and closed on Jan. 21 for a petition to form the Blue Ridge Crossing East Community Improvement District (CID). The council completed first reading of the petition; final action will occur at a future meeting.
The Independence City Council opened and closed a full public hearing Jan. 21 on a petition to form the Blue Ridge Crossing East Community Improvement District (CID), and completed the ordinance’s first reading (C5-002). Final council approval and any tax imposition are scheduled for a subsequent meeting.
Tom Scannell, the city’s community development director, told the council the proposed CID boundary would cover properties including Burlington Coat Factory, Pier 88 Seafood, Starbucks and McDonald’s near U.S. 24 and I-70 and would impose a 1% additional sales tax for up to 20 years. Scannell said the tax revenue is intended to fund exterior improvements and services such as security,…
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