TIF-funded road improvements (roundabout, Kroger roads, ice arena roads)
Delaware
Summary
Council authorized grant chasing for the Glenn Parkway extension, East Central Avenue phase two, and long-range US 42 widening, plus land buys so the Kroger-funded roundabout can start in June.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jul 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
Grant funding would offset major construction costs; roundabout right-of-way is capped at $25,000 city-side.
East-side and southwest-corridor motorists and future industrial traffic.
Construction detours will briefly inconvenience Glenn Road and East Central travelers.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council - Jul 13, 2026
A 30-year TIF will help fund a roughly $30 million, 150,000-square-foot youth hockey facility at 42 and Sawmill, with Delaware City Schools getting 10% of property tax value plus a 25% income tax share. Council debated the math on the school package.
City Council - Jun 22, 2026
Three new TIF ordinances would use future property tax payments (PILOTs) to fund a roundabout at Mill Run Crossing and Glenn Road, road improvements serving the Kroger distribution center, and roads near the Blue Jackets ice arena, with payments shared with local school districts. Public hearings are set for July 13.
City Council - May 11, 2026
Council authorized grant chasing for the Glenn Parkway extension, East Central Avenue phase two, and long-range US 42 widening, plus land buys so the Kroger-funded roundabout can start in June.
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