Committee recommends approval of the Spaces to Places Program, which is intended to reduce commercial vacancies and support small business growth by providing temporary rent assistance for new or expanding businesses. The city will reimburse security deposits and 50% of rent for up to 12 months for a total funding level of up to $20,000.00 per business. The program will have $300,000.00 designated from 2026 and 2027 Casino Funds. (LAID OVER AUGUST 17, 2026)

Committee

City Council

Introduced

June 16, 2026

On agenda

August 17, 2026

Passed

September 8, 2026

Enacted

September 8, 2026

Enactment no.

2026-214-R

Where it was heard

City Council Sep 8, 2026 Adopted as amended Pass City Council Aug 17, 2026 City Council Aug 3, 2026 Laid Over City Council Jul 20, 2026 Laid Over City Council Jun 29, 2026 Laid Over Planning and Development Committee Jun 22, 2026 Approved by committee Pass

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