Upcoming Economic Development Authority and program flexibility
Summary
The new EDA — created by the Legislature and funded through the county's HRA levy, with no taxing authority — now covers all 18 participating cities. Planned supports include expanded technical assistance, learning cohorts, capacity building for business support organizations, and direct investment in mixed-use projects. A detailed spending plan comes to the board this fall.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $2 million of the HRA levy is expected to fund business programming starting next January — not a dedicated fund, just flexible use.
Small businesses, entrepreneurs, and diverse developers across all 18 participating cities.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Housing and Redevelopment Authority — October 20, 2026
The county's new Economic Development Authority arrives next year, and staff will bring a November workshop on how Critical Corridors and other HRA programs will fit with it. Current programming is expected to continue with added flexibility.
Economic Development Authority — June 16, 2026
The new EDA — created by the Legislature and funded through the county's HRA levy, with no taxing authority — now covers all 18 participating cities. Planned supports include expanded technical assistance, learning cohorts, capacity building for business support organizations, and direct investment in mixed-use projects. A detailed spending plan comes to the board this fall.
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