Summary
The council approved a 30-year TIF giving the Yellen Pines developer 75% of incremental tax revenue for a 30-unit housing-first facility for chronically homeless people. Critics flagged a wrong address in the federal environmental notice, unresolved FAA deed questions, and stormwater pipe concerns.
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- Last 30 days
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 28, 2026.
Impact analysis
75% of the property's new tax revenue goes back to the developer for 30 years; the property currently generates no taxes.
Chronically homeless individuals gaining supportive housing, and the city retaining 25% of new tax revenue.
Taxpayers concerned about the 30-year revenue diversion and unresolved environmental and title questions.
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