# IURA Board Mtg.


**Body:** City of Ithaca Public Meetings
**Date:** September 24, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Construction & Infrastructure, Professional Services, Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding


The City of Ithaca's IURA Board meeting on September 24, 2026, focused primarily on the transfer of the Seneca Street garage property from the city to the IURA, with the board approving the resolution to accept the transfer under certain contingencies aligned with City Council objectives. Discussions included the timing and cost of demolition, potential interim uses such as temporary parking, and the importance of maintaining the site's aesthetic value. The board also deliberated on development plans for the site, emphasizing a preference for mixed-income housing projects rather than purely affordable housing, reflecting community concerns about clustering affordable units. Additionally, updates were provided on grant and loan performance, including the recycling of $60,000 in homebuyer assistance funds back into affordable housing projects. The meeting concluded with scheduling considerations for upcoming meetings.

**Source:** City of Ithaca Public Meetings