Saint Paul has undergone a remarkable renaissance
over the past decade. The momentum is continuing in Saint Paul, and the city building vision for the future is strong. Many development projects have been identified that will spur economic development in the city. Following is a selected list of future projects:

415 Wabasha – Mixed-use development plans are being considered for this prime real estate which may include underground parking, first floor retail, restaurants, office, condos, and an extended-stay hotel.

Central Corridor – Saint Paul continues to lobby for the final funding of Central Corridor Light- Rail transit line that will connect downtown Saint Paul, the State Capitol, the University of Minnesota, and downtown Minneapolis. This project would help position Saint Paul as a regional transit hub and would increase jobs, housing, and visitors to downtown Saint Paul.

Cleveland Circle – City Center Retail has been granted exclusive development rights for development of the 2.4 acre site. Proposed plans include a retail center, 200-room hotel, office, restaurants, and a Minnesota Wild practice facility to be built on this premier real estate. The site also includes the new $24 million Smith Avenue Transit Center which was completed in 2007, and includes a 600-car public parking ramp.

Convention Center Hotel – The City is analyzing
the feasibility of developing a convention headquarters hotel near RiverCentre to help attract larger convention and visitors groups to Saint Paul.

Diamond Products Site – The City of Saint Paul is developing a vision for the highest and best redevelopment use of this prime 21-acre site.

Farmers Market Flats – Construction has begun on this new $11 million facility that includes 48 condominium units atop a year-round, indoor farmer’s market that connects to the heart of Saint Paul’s historic Lowertown. Construction is expected to be completed in fall of 2008.

Ford Motor Company Redevelopment – The City of Saint Paul has appointed a Planning Task Force to assist in creating a development framework for a mixed-use development for the 125-acre Ford Motor Company site located on the east bank of the Mississippi River in the
Highland Park neighborhood. This represents an unprecedented redevelopment opportunity for the entire region.

Minnesota Thunder Feasibility Study – Capital City Partnership has commissioned a feasibility study on the design and construction of a new soccer facility for the Minnesota Thunder. The proposed site and design will also accommodate future expansion for a MLS team.

The Penfield – Redevelopment of the former Public Safety Building includes plans for The Penfield, a 33-story, $130 million project including over 100 luxury condominium units, hotel, possible retail, and easy access to the proposed Central Corridor light-rail line.

River Bluff Redevelopment Project - Ramsey County’s Riverfront Facilities and Adult Detention Center are part of the River Bluff multi-use redevelopment project. Plans are currently being evaluated for mixed-use options that would include housing and retail.

Saint Paul Saints - The City of Saint Paul is reviewing
renovation plans and financing options for a renovation/alteration of Midway Stadium.

Union Depot and Downtown Post Office – The 12-acre U.S. Postal Service site and Union Depot will be redeveloped into a regional transportation hub for commuter rail, light rail, high-speed commuter rail to and from Chicago, buses, and Amtrak passenger terminal.

Xcel Energy High Bridge Power Plant – Ground
was broken in spring 2006 for the new $395 million clean-burning natural gas energy facility resulting in 55 new acres for redevelopment. Construction is expected to be completed by May 2008.