Council Update: March 2026
Thursday, April 2, 2026
Panera Bread development
New housing developments
Residential growth management
Maxfield Housing Study findings
Expansion of housing options for aging populations
Commercial and retail business growth
Areas of Interest (4)
- Rapid residential expansion in Cottage Grove prompts scrutiny of city infrastructure and school capacity.
- Maxfield Housing Study identifies critical demand for multi-family and non-rental housing for an aging population by 2030.
- City officials prioritize 'rooftops over retail' strategy to incentivize new business development.
- New housing developments including Bravara Trails and Telcott Glenn add hundreds of units to the local housing market.
Notable Quotes (2)
it's going to be a convenient dining option to the area along with new jobs, increased activity nearby
Panera Bread developmentDiscussing Panera Bread construction plans.
we do watch and manage closely to make sure that we're not growing too fast to outpace city services and and the schools
Residential growthAddressing growth management strategy.
People (2)
Phil JentzCommunications ManagerModerating the interview with Council Member Theiti.
Moderating the interview with Council Member Theiti.
Dave TheitiCouncil MemberDiscussing city developments and housing study findings.
2 quotes
Discussing city developments and housing study findings.
“it's going to be a convenient dining option... along with new jobs, increased activity nearby”
Discussing the new Panera Bread location.
“we do watch and manage closely to make sure that we're not growing too fast to outpace city services”
Managing residential growth in Cottage Grove.
Places Mentioned
Cottage GroveBravara TrailsCottage Grove Middle SchoolTelcott Glenn70th StreetRavine ParkwayEast JamaicaWest JamaicaMcatti Farms
Events & Meetings (1)
- Council Update Interview