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Commission approves pass‑through of state EDF funds for Kroger distribution center
Summary
The commission approved Resolution C‑2026 to allow state Economic Development Finance Authority funds (roughly $3.4–$4 million as discussed) to flow through the city to Kroger for infrastructure improvements; one commissioner voted no and commissioners asked staff for clarity on the specific improvements and oversight process.
City staff explained that Resolution C‑2026 authorizes the city to accept and pass through state Economic Development Finance Authority (KEFA) funds, estimated in the meeting discussion at roughly $3.4–$4 million, to Kroger for infrastructure improvements related to a Kroger distribution center project. Jim told the commission the resolution is a required pass‑through under the state project agreement and will not cost the city money.
Commissioners asked whether the project scope of improvements had been itemized; Jim said the grant issuer/KEFA oversees the approval and that specific improvements typically relate to site and road work in front of the facility. "I don't have a list of the improvements," staff said, and added that the state/grant issuer will oversee approval before funds are released.
A motion to approve the resolution passed on roll call; one commissioner recorded a 'no' vote. Staff emphasized the city’s role as a conduit for funds and said KEFA will monitor and approve disbursements as required by the project agreement.
The commission did not discuss local incentives in the funding package for this project beyond noting the project had been part of an incentive package and that, for this instance, local governments did not forfeit occupational tax revenue. Staff said the state and KEFA will review project improvements before disbursement and that additional documentation will be provided to the city as part of the grant process.
