For Economic Development Committee November 19, 2026
TO: Honorable Economic Development Committee Members
FROM: Christina Taylor, Director of Community Development
Title
City Owned Properties Downtown Mixed-Use Proposal
Body
BACKGROUND
The City owns a number of parcels in the downtown area which have been through the Surplus Land Act requirements and are available for the city to consider potential development opportunities. The sites are naturally grouped into four main areas with a few single parcels scattered throughout. A map of the City owned parcels is included as Attachment A to this staff report.
On October 17, 2026, staff received a letter of interest and high-level proposal for four of the parcel groupings. The proposal includes four separate developments with residential over retail (mixed use).
ANALYSIS/DISCUSSION
SAAE will present the proposed concept, including its vision for development of the sites. The presentation is intended to introduce the concept and obtain the Committee’s feedback before engaging further in discussions regarding project development and City participation.
Staff requests feedback on the proposal and whether the EDC supports further exploration of the concepts along with any additional considerations the Committee would like staff and the developer to discuss. If supported, staff would continue evaluating feasibility and applicable development requirements and return for further consideration as appropriate.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommend the EDC receive the presentation from SAAE, discuss the proposed concepts, and provide feedback on whether to continue project discussions.
ATTACHMENTS
Downtown City Owned Property Map