HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008-12-01 AgendaIP10
City Council of Iowa City Meeting with Area Legislators
Monday, December 1., 2008
5:30-6:30PM
Harvat Hall
City Hall, 410 E. Washington St.
Welcome and Introductions
2. Economic Development Initiatives
a) Increased funding for micro-enterprise development
b) Expansion of Iowa Earned Income Tax Credit
c) More Effective Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program
d) Tax Increment Financing - No changes or further restrictions
e) Restore funding for Vision Iowa programs in FY10 and beyond
f) Funding support for Passenger Rail initiatives:
1) Commuter Rail
2) Extension of Amtrak to Iowa City of Iowa City
3. Alternative Revenue Sources
a) Support local revenue options that do not impact State revenues
b) HoteUMotel Tax
1) Repeal exemption for government and non-profit agencies
2) Increase maximum tax by raising percentage or flat amount per
stay
c) Tax condominiums as commercial if not owner occupied
4. Alcoholic Beverages
a) State statute to restrict price specials and related promotions the encourage
excessive consumption
5. Letter to Governor re IDED interpretation for CDBG funding
6. Other Legislative Issues