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Regular City Council Meeting Monday, June 30, 2008 Page 12 tion language and intent to provide favorable tax treatment for Mr. Dorso to pro- ceed with sale of the property based on current tax code provisions (Section 1033). Klausing moved, Roe seconded, adoption of a resolution entitled, "Resolution Authorizing the Acquisition of Certain Property for Public Use by Right of Emi- nent Domain;" authorizing the acquisition of the Dorso Property. Councilmember Ihlan spoke against the motion, reading specific portions and her interpretation of the language and intent, opining that no public purpose was evi- denced, and that she didn't personally approve of the use of Eminent Domain for redevelopment. Councilmember Pust spoke in opposition to the motion based on the use of gov- ernment power in providing tax advantages to an individual, rather than the pri- vate marketplace, and resolution language indicating that the City intended to use its eminent domain powers when it clearly had no such intent. Councilmember Pust recognized Mr. Dorso's benefit as a property and business owner in the community. Councilmember Willmus spoke against the motion as well, referencing past City Council discussions, and opined that the City was not in the business of getting involved in allocating financial breaks to private citizens. Mayor Klausing recognized the comments of fellow Councilmembers; however, spoke in support of the motion, opining that there was a public purpose to be served, and accommodated tax code language was currently written and that this type of action was required to ensure that this land be developed and contributes to the City's tax base. Councilmember Roe spoke in support of the motion, noting that his rationale for support was based on the fact that the City had originally initiated condemnation proceedings, and was being requested by, not forced upon, the property owner, Councilmember Roe noted that, while the City may never proceed with condem- nation, the resolution expresses the intent to do so, and within the context of the Twin Lakes Redevelopment Area, he supported such action. Property owner, Anthony Dorso Mr. Dorso reviewed his status with the City Council, noting that this property rep- resented his largest asset, and that he'd lost his tenant since the City had initially started eminent domain proceedings, and he was faced with an empty piece of property that was difficult to rent due to the uncertainty of redevelopment within the Twin Lakes area. Mr. Dorso requested additional time to find a replacement property via this requested action to avoid returning the property to a truck repair facility. Public Comment