Before the first nail is pounded, plans must be evaluated, geological surveys completed, engineering studies finished, and the mix of public and private financing stitched. At any point, deals can fall apart. When they do, the city has to start over. We've had problems in the past and will be moving forward. Whatever the explanation, City Council is tired of delays.
Money is available.
A development company is ready. And council wants action. People are dying to move back to the city. The city established another account in January 1995 to stimulate housing development on Sycamore Hill in Mount Auburn. Here's how the money has been spent.