Specifications include, but are not limited to: 1. Advise and assist the corporate authorities in the coordination of economic development programs, policies and activities; 2. Serve as the primary liaison between the City Council and the TIRZ Board; 3. Provide staff assistance to the TIRZ Board; 4. Provide assistance to parties using the TIRZ to buy down the assessment costs of the PID; 5. Assist in the negotiation of TIRZ Finance Plan on behalf of the City; 6. Monitor the implementation of TIRZ projects and agreements; 7. Prepare the annual budget of the TIRZ; 8. Prepare the annual report of the TIRZ as required by statute; 9. Provide advice as needed to the corporate authorities on related financial matters, including but not limited to property tax levies, bonded indebtedness, utility rates, investment of funds, and budgeting.