Homewood Planning & Development Committee May 19, 2025

Planning & Development Committee May 19, 2025 highlights: 09.04.15 - 12.04.25: These are all items related to Samford's proposed Creekside development. Discussion including review of the plan that includes a hotel, residential units, and retail spaces on the site of Samford’s current soccer and track fields. A 20-year tax-sharing incentive capped at $26 million is also under review in the finance committee. Two residents spoke in strong opposition, citing concerns over traffic, flooding, wildlife impact, sewer capacity, and changes to the city’s character. The item was sent to the full council without recommendation, pending a public hearing on June 9, where all residents are invited to speak. Agenda: https://bit.ly/4k3QoRO Upcoming meeting schedules: https://bit.ly/3bvufcT Archived meetings: http://bit.ly/2UiSIaA