City of Scotts Valley has received $1 million in federal community project funds to support its purchase of the future Town Center property.
The funding, secured with the support of Congressman Jimmy Panetta, marks a significant milestone in the City’s efforts to realize a long-envisioned downtown core that will serve as the heart of the town.
The Scotts Valley Town Center project will include a mix of affordable and market-rate housing, a vibrant commercial district and improved connectivity between Skypark and the City’s primary commercial corridor on Mount Hermon Drive.
“We are so grateful for Congressman Panetta’s support to help make our longstanding Town Center dream come true,” said City Manager Mali LaGoe. “This funding will help us move one step closer to creating a hub that brings people together to relax, play and connect.”
Rep. Panetta championed the City’s funding request as part of the federal appropriations process.
“Our communities in the 19th Congressional District continue to make the appropriate enhancements and improvements that are necessary as we move forward,” Panetta said. “I’m proud to ensure that the federal government played its part with this significant investment in Scotts Valley and their extensive efforts to build a Town Center. When we work together at every level of government, we not only help solve issues like affordable housing and creating jobs, we also invest in the future of our community.”
The City is currently in the process of updating the Town Center Specific Plan and completing the necessary environmental review. A developer is expected to be selected next winter.
For more information and ongoing updates, visit the project website scottsvalley.gov/525/The-Town-Center.
