City of Springfield Districts
The Springfield Economic Development Agency (SEDA) serves as the Urban Renewal Agency for the City of Springfield, Oregon. Its primary mission is to stimulate economic growth in two geographic areas of the city, Glenwood and Downtown, in order to bring better uses and jobs to the community and increase the property tax value. Glenwood and Downtown Springfield, now Urban Renewal Districts were established by Springfield’s voters in 2004 and 2007, respectively.
See the Urban Renewal District Map below!
Glenwood District
The Glenwood District community vision includes a vibrant riverfront neighborhood with the incorporation of commercial and hospitality opportunities. Glenwood has been, and continues to be, a high-priority investment area for SEDA and the Springfield City Council. SEDA continues to demonstrate this priority by supporting and actively participating in the development of three new Glenwood area hotels, the expansion of significant manufacturing and employment sites, the construction of Franklin Boulevard, investments in road design and site recruitment along Franklin Boulevard/Hwy 225, the extension of the 14th Street bike path, the riverfront path viaduct, and many other partnerships.
Downtown District
The Downtown District was established to combat blight and stimulate high-quality commercial, residential, and mixed-use development. The districts focuses on strengthening the community by enhancing both public and private spaces, improving existing buildings, upgrading streets and public areas, modernizing utilities, and developing or refurbishing parking and public facilities. They also emphasize expanding housing options and improving public signage and gateway features to create a more welcoming, functional, and attractive downtown environment. Key successes include acquiring and selling underperforming properties, financing local startups and restaurants through System Development Charge reimbursement programs, improving streetscapes, and implementing updated design standards, signage, and streetscape improvements to attract small businesses and housing development.