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4. The application will be reviewed by the City staff to determine if it conforms to all City policies and ordinances and to consider the following: a. The availability and applicability of other governmental grants and/or loan programs. b. Whether the proposed project will result in conformance with building and zoning codes. c. Whether it is desirous and in the best interests of the public to provide funding for the project. The EDA Finance Committee and EDA Commissioners will review each application in terms of its consistency with the goals of the City's Comprehensive Plan and Economic Development Strategic Plan and in relation to the project's overall impact on the community's economy. Rehabilitation Loan applications will also be reviewed by an HRA member in conjunction with the EDA Finance Committee. They will also evaluate the project application in terms of the following: a. Project Design -Evaluation of project design will include review of proposed activities, time lines and a capacity to implement. b. Financial Feasibility -Availability of funds, private involvement, financial packaging and cost effectiveness. • Appropriate ratio of private funds to Micro Loan funds. • Sufficient cash flow to cover proposed debt service as demonstrated by financial statements and projections. • Business must show a positive net worth. • Letter of Commitment from applicant pledging to complete the project during proposed project duration, if the loan application is approved. • Letter of Commitment from other financing sources stating terms and conditions of their participation in the project if applicable. • Sufficient collateral. c. All other information as required in the application and/or additional information as may be requested by the Economic Development Authority. d. Project compliance with all city codes and policies. 1~licro Loan Fund Policy & Guidelines Page 7 of 14 Amended December 2006