Residents press council on TIF transparency and eligible uses

Nancy Barker and other residents asked for clarity on the use and reporting of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) funds, including whether TIF can be used for infrastructure in residential areas and where expenditure reports can be found. Mayor Mike Mossman and Commissioner Mike Kirk replied that annual TIF reports are available to the public and that all expenditures must meet statutory eligibility and are reviewed by the City's TIF consultant. Commissioner Abbey Sherwood added that TIF expenditures also appear in the council claims lists and encouraged residents to contact City staff for more detail.