(KNZA)--Options for the renewal of Brown County's Neighborhood Revitalization plan were discussed at Monday's County Commission meeting.

Hiawatha Foundation for Economic Development Director Mikaela Moore met with the Commission to present recommendations for enhancing the county's current tax rebate plan, which expires at the end of the year.

The county currently offers a 5-year tax rebate plan, with a 75 percent rebate on additional property taxes resultings from improvements.

Moore said most counties and cities are now going with plans ranging from 7 to 10 years, with most rural counties, like Brown, offering 10-year plans.

The plan is seen as incentive to spur economic development in the county.

Following discussion, it was the consensus of the Commission to move forward 10-year tax rebate option.

In other business, the Commission approved a resolution to vacate a portion of Longspur Road, located on the south edge of Horton, north of 100th Street.

The action followed a hearing drawing no public comment.