Jessica LaCosse

Population growth goal and housing

Sidewalk and pathway work continues within existing programs — 14,601 square feet replaced in 2024-25 — but expanded goals could raise future costs.

Contaminated former fire stations and reuse

After-school childcare expansion at 400 W. Michigan

Up to $490,000 in federal CDBG funds — not local tax dollars.

Brownfield Plan and 240-unit development at 15105 S. Helmer Road

Up to about $22.6 million in tax increment captured over 30 years instead of flowing to taxing jurisdictions; $48.9 million in private investment added.

Housing Strategy Subplan accepted as policy guide

Your rent or mortgage could shift as the city changes what housing gets built and how much it costs.

Allen Edwin Homes housing redevelopment

About $35 million in private investment, with brownfield reimbursement covering eligible site costs.

Recovery Transitional Housing at 614 NE Capital

$862,000 in CDBG and opioid settlement funds, repayable over ten years at no interest.

Downtown vitality and attracting young residents

No specific costs; downtown events drew an estimated 53,285 attendees in 2025 with projections of 83,000 in 2026.

urban redevelopment planning

Taxpayers could see city money go toward infrastructure or developer incentives, while property values and tax revenue may shift as the district changes.

affordable housing redevelopment

It could bring construction jobs and new tax revenue while giving families cheaper housing and childcare options.

state grant for downtown redevelopment

The $2.9M state grant covers a big chunk of the project, so state taxpayers are footing part of the bill while the city hopes for more downtown activity and tax base.