Economic Development CommitteeMonday, June 2, 2025 · 1:00 PM · Council Chambers, City Hall

HighHigh significance — major decision, large financial impact, or broad community effectThree existing incentive agreements were at the committee briefing stage ahead of City Council votes — Digital Realty Trust, L.P. (2323 Bryan St, File 25-1918A), Kroger/Ocado Solutions (4221 Telephone Road, File 25-1919A), and Lancaster-Corning Retail Development (3011-3039 South Lancaster Road, File 25-1917A). Separately, proposed PID Policy amendments (File 25-1920A) were also at the briefing stage; if the amendments are upheld, they could alter eligibility criteria or program structure for developers pursuing Public Improvement District incentives.

HighHigh significance — major decision, large financial impact, or broad community effectAll three major incentive amendment items — Digital Realty Trust, L.P. (File 25-1918A), Kroger/Ocado Solutions (File 25-1919A), and Lancaster-Corning (File 25-1917A) — were at the committee briefing stage, and the PID Policy amendment (File 25-1920A) was also pre-Council. The window to engage staff and committee members before these items are calendared for full Council action remained open as of this meeting date.

MediumMedium significance — notable action worth trackingThe agenda featured three separate amendment requests for existing incentive agreements scheduled as committee previews before full Council votes. The Kroger Co./Ocado item (File 25-1919A) is notable for combining three distinct incentive instruments in a single amendment and restatement. The Lancaster-Corning item (File 25-1917A) seeks changes to a resolution approved less than 16 months prior. The High Speed Rail Economic Impact Study (File 25-1922A) names no partner agency, route, or commission.