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Council approves redevelopment grant for 101 E. Erie St.; one alderman objects
Summary
The council approved a business redevelopment grant for property at 101 E. Erie St. submitted by Giovanni Piccolo. Alderman Ken Bogacz said the east-side work did not qualify for façade funding; the motion passed with 4 ayes, 2 nays and 1 abstention.
The city council considered and approved a business redevelopment grant for property located at 101 E. Erie St., proposed by Giovanni Piccolo. Alderman Ken Bogacz publicly disagreed with the grant because the proposed work is on the building's east side and, in his view, does not meet the façade-eligibility criteria. Mayor Pro Tem Pellegrini noted the location is busy and that Piccolo is putting significant money into the building.
The council dispensed with the reading of the resolution and adopted it as presented. The recorded vote showed 4 ayes, 2 nays and 1 abstention (Alderman Pellegrini abstained). Supporters emphasized investment in downtown property; opponents questioned whether the scope fit the façade grant rules. The ordinance/resolution language and supporting documents will remain on file with the city clerk.
