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Council approves developer reimbursement for affordable units despite public pushback
Summary
Council approved a developer reimbursement agreement under the Live Local Act for Anda Housing Group LLC that several residents opposed; a public commenter said the package included about $2.3 million in utility reimbursement plus a roughly $184,000 impact‑fee waiver.
The Fort Myers City Council voted to approve a developer reimbursement agreement with Anda Housing Group LLC to construct two affordable housing communities under the Live Local Act. The motion carried after roll call despite public opposition that focused on the scale and precedent of the incentives.
Ward 6 resident Bob McConaughey told council he opposed the item and cited its financial terms: "This is a $2,300,000 utility expansion reimbursement plus a $184,000, waiver of impact fees," he said, and argued the Live Local Act does not require cities to provide direct subsidies. Several councilmembers recused themselves on conflict‑of‑interest grounds before the vote, and the council recorded a majority in favor; staff will move forward to implement contract terms and any required reporting.
