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    A resolution and supporting materials presented to East Grand Forks City Council members at an April 7 virtual meeting. The resolution would be a symbolic show of support for the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce's request to Gov. Tim Walz that a property tax deadline be pushed back 60 days.

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    A resolution and supporting materials presented to East Grand Forks City Council members at an April 7 virtual meeting. The resolution would be a symbolic show of support for the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce's request to Gov. Tim Walz that a property tax deadline be pushed back 60 days.

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    A resolution and supporting materials presented to East Grand Forks City Council members at an April 7 virtual meeting. The resolution would be a symbolic show of support for the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce's request to Gov. Tim Walz that a property tax deadline be pushed back 60 days.

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    April 7 East Grand Forks Property Tax Deadline Request

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    A resolution and supporting materials presented to East Grand Forks City Council members at an April 7 virtual meeting. The resolution would be a symbolic show of support for the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce's request to Gov. Tim Walz that a property tax deadline be pushed back 60 days.

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    AGENDA ITEM #_______

    Request for Council Action


    Date: April 7, 2020

    To: East Grand Forks City Council Mayor Steve Gander, Council President Mark Olstad, Council
    Vice-President Chad Grassel, Council Members Clarence Vetter, Tim Johnson, Tim Riopelle,
    Dale Helms, and Marc DeMers..

    Cc: File

    From: David Murphy, City Administrator

    RE: Resolution Supporting Chamber of Commerce Letter Requesting Governor Walz Enact a
    Property Tax Extension for Businesses.

    Background

    The impact of COVID-19 on businesses has been significant due to the requirements that several
    categories of businesses shutter their doors to the public. This has had a significant impact to restaurants,
    bars, retailers, movie theaters etc. The Minnesota Chamber of Commerce has drafted a letter to Governor
    Walz requesting the State of Minnesota enact a 60 day extension to the May 15th deadline for businesses
    to submit their 1st half property tax payments without penalty.

    This Resolution supports the request by the Chamber of Commerce to extend the property tax payment
    deadline by 60 days for businesses.

    Recommendation

    Approval of the Resolution

    Action

    Motion to approve the Resolution.

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    RESOLUTION NO. 20 – 04 - 25

    Council Member _______, supported by Council Member _______, introduced the following
    resolution and moved its adoption:

    WHEREAS, due to the COVID-19 pandemic Minnesota employers have been doing all they can
    to ensure the health and safety for their employees and customers, and

    WHEREAS, during this time businesses are trying to maintain their viability; and

    WHEREAS, many businesses have needed to close their doors during this time which has caused
    a tremendous drop in revenue; and

    WHEREAS, the financial assistance from both the federal and state level has been appreciated but
    more can be done to help lessen the economic hardship for businesses;

    WHEREAS, businesses are currently experiencing severe cash flow issues and a delay in having
    to pay property tax will be extremely helpful for continuity of operations and will allow businesses
    to focus on retaining employees and paying other fixed expenses;

    NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the City Council of East Grand Forks, Minnesota
    respectfully requests Governor Walz’s administration enact a 60-day extension of the May 15th
    property tax for business property tax payers without incurring penalty or interest and to create
    uniformed approach across the State.

    Voting Aye:
    Voting Nay:
    Absent:

    The President declared the resolution passed.


    Passed: April 7, 2020
    Attest:

    ___________________________________ ____________________________________
    City Administrator/Clerk-Treasurer President of Council

    I hereby approve the foregoing resolution this 7th day of April, 2020.

    ____________________________________
    Mayor

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    From: The Chamber of Commerce GF/EGF
    To: Megan Nelson
    Subject: Letter to MN Governor Walz to implement a 60-day extension of the May 15th prop tax
    Date: Friday, April 3, 2020 9:22:18 AM
    Attachments: Property Tax Letter to Gov Walz.pdf

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    We create an environment that encourages business
    success while enhancing the quality of life in our region.

    Dear East Grand Forks Business Community,

    We wanted to let you know your local Chamber has added its name to the
    MN Chamber’s letter asking MN Governor Walz to implement a 60-day
    extension of the May 15th property tax payment for business property
    taxpayers without incurring penalty and interest.

    We are doing this to help ease the cash flow for business property owners.

    We have also sent this letter to our local legislators and we will let you know
    if it is enacted.

    Attached is a copy of the letter.

    Barry Wilfahrt
    President & CEO
    The Chamber GF/EGF

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    The Chamber of Commerce GF/EGF | 202 N. 3rd Street | Grand Forks, ND
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    April 1, 2020

    Dear Governor Walz,

    During this time of crisis, Minnesota employers have been doing all that they can to ensure the health
    and safety of their employees and their customers while also trying to maintain the on-going viability of
    their businesses. We understand the need for the difficult decisions made to mitigate and slow the
    health impacts of COVID-19. As a result, many businesses have been required to shutter their doors or
    have seen a tremendous drop in their revenue. This is placing a serious strain on the continuing viability
    of some employers. We appreciate the forthcoming financial assistance at the federal and state level,
    and believe more can be done on a short-term basis to prevent further economic hardship and hasten
    business recovery.

    We respectfully request the enactment by your administration of a 60-day extension of the May 15th
    property tax payment for business property taxpayers without incurring penalty and interest. There are
    compelling and timing reasons to do so:

     Many businesses are experiencing severe cash flow issues and will not have the resources to pay
    their May 15th payment. A delay will be extremely helpful for continuity of operations and will
    allow impacted businesses to focus on retaining employees and paying other fixed expenses.
     A 60-day delay will allow for businesses to be able to access federal and state resources that
    they may be eligible for but may not be able to access immediately.
     Businesses in virtually every industry, all sizes and throughout Minnesota have been negatively
    impacted. We recommend action be taken by the Governor and Commissioner of Revenue so
    there is uniformity across the state versus a county-by-county approach.

    We look forward to our continued partnership with the Administration during these unprecedented
    times to ensure the safety of Minnesotans and to help Minnesota’s economy come back stronger than
    ever.

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