A NorthWestern Energy official explained the proximity of businesses, accessibility and visibility are key factors that dictate where charging stations would be a fit.
When the remodeling of the downtown building is complete and the neighboring lot across the street is fully developed into parking garages with a commercial building, project leaders say the improvements are estimated to boost the assessed tax valuation of the area in the TIF boundary to roughly $3.5 million, which currently has a tax base value of $45,070.