I’ll make two quick comments on the Common Council meeting for December 4th, 2007.
First, there’s a serious point to be made about how tax incremental financing is less advantageous and riskier than appears. That’s not apparent until years after a district is established. Tax incremental financing — old or new — should be a last-ditch effort.
Second, get your tape measures out — the Baymont Inn’s sign might be too big! Too funny. As against, for example, the golden arches of McDonald’s? What’s nearby? A gas station, a bowling alley, a Wal-Mart, a hardware store, and an auto dealership. The Baymont’s blue sign is as suitable as what surrounds it. It’s just silly quibbling to waste time on the matter.