Shovel Ready Sites Fund & Economic Development Bonds
Toledo
Summary
Toledo is creating a $20 million fund to buy, clean up, and prep land for new businesses and housing. By using money from an agreement with Rossford instead of general tax dollars, the city hopes to attract employers and residents without hurting its budget.
At a glance
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Last discussed Mar 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
Establishes an $18.7 million bond issuance with debt service of approximately $1 million annually, fully covered by Rossford JEDZ revenue streams at no cost to the city's general fund.
Toledo residents and local workers, as the fund targets job creation, expanded industrial capacity, and increased multi-family housing options.
No residents or groups are directly harmed by this economic development financing mechanism.
Mentions & discussions (4)
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City Council - Agenda Review for the March17, 2026 Meeting of Toledo City Council - Mar 10, 2026
Council reviewed an $18.7 million loan agreement with the Toledo Community Improvement Corporation to create a Shovel Ready Sites Fund, backed by non-tax revenue bonds, to help acquire and prepare land for new jobs and housing.
City Council - Agenda Review for the Meeting of Toledo City Council - Feb 24, 2026
The city is partnering with the TCIC to create an $18.7 million revolving fund financed by bonds to acquire, clean up, and prepare industrial and housing sites across Toledo.
Economic Development & Innovation Committee - TCIC LoanAgreements - Feb 19, 2026
Toledo is creating a $20 million fund to buy, clean up, and prep land for new businesses and housing. By using money from an agreement with Rossford instead of general tax dollars, the city hopes to attract employers and residents without hurting its budget.
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