Title
Hudson Innovation Park Update
Brief Description: A discussion to update City Council on the JobsOhio SiteOhio Authentication Project status and begin discussing strategy for next steps including; Salt Dome Relocation, Property Tax Abatement, Developer or City-Led Project, and Engagement of a Real Estate Broker.
Body
Legislative History
None.
Purpose & Explanation
The Community Development Department pursued JobsOhio’s SiteOhio Certification for 996 Hines Hill Road with the goal of generating more high-quality leads for the acreage. The site was rebranded to Hudson Innovation Park in 2025 as part of this effort and officially awarded certification in March of 2026. The following is a summary of next steps and requested guidance on strategy from City Council on the following topics; Salt Dome Relocation, Property Tax Abatement, Developer or City-Led Project, and Engagement of a Real Estate Broker.
Timing Considerations
Alignment on strategy to be completed prior to kick off of a site marketing campaign.
Fiscal Impact
Currently Budgeted (Account #, $)
Supplemental Appropriation Required (Account #, $)
X Appropriation Not Required.
Recommendation
Suggested Action
Staff recommends City Council provide feedback on the listed topics to allow Staff to complete additional research and prepare action items for City Council’s approval.
Submitted by,
Thomas J. Sheridan, City Manager
Brian Griffith, Assistant City Manager
Greg Hannan, Community Development Director
Katie Behnke, Economic Development Manager