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Council delays decision on Stockton Economic Stimulus Program after heated debate over $94 million in fee waivers

Stockton City Council · August 12, 2025
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Summary

Staff told the council SESP has waived $94,009,668 in public facilities fees since 2016; after public comment and council questions about equity and fiscal impact, the council voted to continue the item for more analysis and stakeholder work.

The Stockton Economic Stimulus Program (SESP), a city policy that has waived public‑facilities fees to spur development, was the subject of a detailed staff presentation and extended council debate on Aug. 12.

Community Development Director Stephanie Ocasio told the council that SESP—established in 2015 and amended in later years—has waived $94,009,668 in public facilities fees…

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