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the projects are in various degrees of planning and development. Under this agreement, there would be a 75/25% split with Olmsted Township receiving 75% and North Olmsted receiving 25%, or approximately $47,000 annually in income tax revenue. North Olmsted would also be responsible for 25% of any associated costs or liabilities. It was indicated that the costs and risks associated would be limited to startup and administrative costs, including legal and financial management through the North Olmsted Law and Finance Departments. The agreement does not anticipate major infrastructure obligations or debt issuance, as these costs are to be covered by the developers. There was discussion regarding infrastructure, including wastewater treatment. It was determined that regardless of whether the JEDD goes into effect, the existing wastewater treatment systems in agreement will remain unchanged, as they are already governed by current regional mandates. It was also determined that the roads within the JEDD will be private. The JEDD will be governed by a board with members appointed by the city, township, and businesses within the JEDD. The board approves any budgets and income tax and are required to meet at least once annually. There were several questions raised by Council, including discussion about the 75/25% split and whether this split is equitable based on an existing JEDD between Olmsted Falls and Olmsted Township, which is a 50/50% split. It was indicated that the split directly impacts the share of costs and liabilities, so if the revenue were to increase, then the associated risk could also increase. There was also questions regarding the annexation language within the agreement, as it appears overly broad and may restrict the ability to annex township land beyond the JEDD area. Additionally, the timeframe outlined in the annexation provision is unclear about whether it is intended to apply in perpetuity. Questions were also raised about the makeup and governance of the JEDD board and the need for a better definition of the risk and liabilities associated with the agreement. Law Director Gareau stated that the law department had limited involvement in the contract review and negotiations and indicated that an additional review of the agreement would be beneficial to answer outstanding questions. Following additional discussion and comments, the Committee voted 3-0, to hold Resolution 2026-7 in Committee. The Building, Zoning and Development meeting concluded at 8:01 p.m., and this concludes my report. Thank you. Council President Brossard: Thank you. Councilwoman Carr, Chairwoman of the Intra-Govern mental Relations Committee, do you have a report this evening? Intra-Governmental Relations Committee Councilwoman Carr: Yes, I do, Mr. President. The Intra-Govern mental Relations Committee met tonight, Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 6:45 p.m. Present were Committee Members Carr, Marrie and Gilchrist, and Council Members Limpert, Scarl, and Shymske, as well as Council President Brossard, the Mayor, the Directors of Finance, HR, Safety, Service, Recreation, and the Chief of Staff. • The purpose of the meeting was to interview the Mayor's appointment of Michiel Wackers, to Director of Economic and Community Development. After a brief