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April 6, 2016 <br /> Allan Giffen, Planning, provided a brief overview of the proposed <br /> ordinance. <br /> President Murphy invited public comment. <br /> Robert Cramer, Everett, asked for more information about the criteria <br /> developers must meet to qualify for tax exemptions. He also expressed <br /> concern that the housing shortage in Everett could expand the program <br /> even further if the City is unable to find affordable housing. <br /> Allan Giffen responded that there are additional requirements, outlined in <br /> EMC 3.78, that go above and beyond the development standards, as well <br /> as exemptions that encourage the development of more housing. <br /> Moved by Council Member Roberts, seconded by Council Member <br /> Bader, to close the public hearing. <br /> Roll was called with all council members voting yes, except Council <br /> Member Franklin who was excused. <br /> Motion carried. <br /> COUNCIL BILL 1603-13 <br /> THIRD AND FINAL READING: <br /> AN ORDINANCE expanding the Multiple Family Property Tax <br /> Exemption Area, and amending Ordinance No. 2347-98, as <br /> amended (EMC Chapter 3.78) <br /> Moved by Council Member Bader, seconded by Council Member Moore, <br /> that this is declared to be the third and final reading of Council Bill No. <br /> 1603-13, and the city clerk is directed to call the roll for the final disposition <br /> of the ordinance. <br /> 112 <br />