Commercial properties that will be new to the expanded Special Improvement District (SID) in 2015 are likely to see what amounts to a nearly 5-percent increase on their property tax bill.
Continue reading Expanded SID likely means 5% tax hike for new lots
An illness and the holidays teamed up to give me some time off but we’re back now with the first poll in awhile. It often comes up in reader discussion and comments, so here goes:
City Council introduced a pair of ordinances that would allow for spa and full-service beauty/health establishments downtown while also reducing the permitted use proximity from 1,000 feet to 250 feet.
In the works for months, The Java Shop opened downtown this week.
The Redevelopment Agency is getting involved in negotiations for the sale of Mangos Grill, a key parcel in a proposed 88-unit mixed-used development.
Continue reading Agency passes resolution to acquire Mangos site
Catching up on some retail turnover in recent months: Continue reading Recent retail comings and goings
Two adjacent East Cherry Street commercial properties have hit the market in recent weeks.
Continue reading Two East Cherry Street properties on the market