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McCall redevelopment agency outlines Downtown West projects, tax‑increment estimates
Summary
The McCall Redevelopment Agency reported progress on the Downtown West urban renewal plan, including a 126‑unit Idaho Ward Apartments project expected to generate an estimated $3.4–$4.7 million in tax‑increment revenue; the MRA said it may reimburse the city up to $2.6 million for off‑site sewer improvements.
The McCall Redevelopment Agency (MRA) told the city council it is advancing projects under the Downtown West urban renewal plan and working to formalize administrative support with the city.
Council member Mike, speaking for the MRA, said the agency is a seven‑member board and highlighted a major owner‑participation agreement with the Idaho Ward Apartments, a 126‑unit development that includes 31 local‑housing units and is estimated at $45,000,000 in total value. “That project is a 126 total units, 31 local housing units with an estimated value of 45,000,000,” Mike said.
Mike said the development is expected to generate roughly $3.4–$4.7 million in tax‑increment financing that will flow back into the redevelopment district. He said the MRA has committed to infrastructure work to support the project, including off‑site sewer improvements, and noted a reimbursement cap: “The reimbursement from MRA is not to exceed 2,600,000,” he said.
The MRA also described smaller placemaking efforts, including downtown light‑box art wraps featuring local artists, and said it is increasing public engagement to explain how tax‑increment financing and the agency’s work operate. The board added a new member, Daryl Richards, who brings construction and community service experience.
Council members thanked MRA volunteers for their work and indicated general support for the agency continuing to identify public‑private partnerships, land acquisition opportunities and financially sustainable projects. No formal council action was required during the report segment.
What happens next: the MRA will continue implementation work on infrastructure commitments tied to developer participation agreements and track reimbursements against the $2.6 million cap.
