Services
We provide targeted advisory services designed to bring clarity, structure, and confidence to complex development and redevelopment projects.
Strategic Advisory Services
Priority Site Incentive Packaging & Developer Solicitation
Community Catalyst Co. works with municipalities to proactively position priority development sites for successful private investment. We develop fully structured, market-ready incentive packages that clearly define the financial opportunity, public participation, and development potential—allowing communities to move from reactive negotiations to strategic, developer-ready offerings.
Core Components
Financial Modeling & Feasibility Analysis
Development of site-specific financial models, including incentive capacity, projected returns, and funding structures to establish a realistic and supportable development framework.
Incentive Structuring
Identification and packaging of appropriate public tools (TIF, special districts, grants, and other mechanisms) aligned with project feasibility and public objectives.
Marketing & Offering Materials
Creation of clear, professional materials that communicate the site's opportunity, financial structure, and development vision to prospective partners.
Developer Outreach & Solicitation
Targeted engagement with qualified developers, including direct outreach, RFQ/RFP support, and ongoing communication throughout the solicitation process.
Coordination & Communication
Ongoing support to ensure alignment between municipal leadership, stakeholders, and development partners throughout the process.
Public Incentive Structuring & Advisory
We provide comprehensive advisory services to structure and optimize public incentive tools that support development while ensuring fiscal responsibility and public accountability. Our approach balances developer needs with municipal objectives, creating incentive packages that are both financially viable and defensible to stakeholders and governing bodies.
Core Components
Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Analysis and Structuring
Comprehensive TIF district analysis, including eligibility determination, base value establishment, and increment projections tailored to project requirements.
Identification of Eligible Project Costs
Detailed review and categorization of project expenses to maximize eligible public participation while maintaining compliance with statutory requirements.
Financial Gap ("But-For") Analysis
Rigorous analysis demonstrating the necessity of public incentives for project feasibility, providing clear justification for public investment.
Preparation of Incentive Applications and Requests
Development of complete, professional applications and requests that clearly communicate project value and incentive justification to decision-makers.
Negotiation Support with Municipalities
Strategic guidance through negotiation processes to achieve balanced agreements that serve both developer and public interests.
Development Finance & Feasibility
Our development finance services provide the analytical foundation for informed decision-making in complex projects. We build detailed financial models that integrate project costs, revenue streams, incentive structures, and market assumptions—delivering clear insights into project feasibility, risk, and long-term financial performance for both public and private stakeholders.
Core Components
Project Financial Modeling and Pro Forma Analysis
Comprehensive financial modeling incorporating all revenue and cost assumptions, providing a complete picture of project economics and return potential.
Revenue Projections (Property Tax, Sales Tax, Special Districts)
Detailed forecasting of public revenue generation including property tax increment, sales tax impacts, and special district revenues over project lifecycle.
TIF Capacity and Cash Flow Analysis
In-depth analysis of TIF district capacity, projected increment generation, and cash flow timing to optimize incentive structuring and debt service coverage.
Bond and Structured Finance Support
Advisory support for bond issuance and alternative financing structures, including feasibility analysis, sizing recommendations, and coordination with bond counsel.
Sensitivity and Risk Analysis
Scenario modeling and risk assessment to identify key project sensitivities and inform mitigation strategies for both developers and public partners.
Public-Private Partnership Strategy
Successful development requires alignment between public objectives and private investment realities. We facilitate and structure public-private partnerships that clearly define roles, responsibilities, and expectations—creating frameworks for collaboration that reduce risk, build trust, and position complex projects for successful execution and long-term sustainability.
Core Components
Structuring Complex Development Transactions
Design and organization of multi-party development structures that clearly allocate risk, define responsibilities, and establish mechanisms for project governance.
Term Sheet Development and Negotiation Support
Preparation of comprehensive term sheets and development agreements that capture deal economics, performance requirements, and contingency provisions.
Coordination with Public Entities, Lenders, and Stakeholders
Ongoing facilitation and communication among project parties to maintain alignment, address concerns, and navigate approval processes effectively.
Closing Support and Documentation Alignment
Guidance through final approval processes and closing procedures, ensuring all documentation reflects agreed terms and conditions.
Economic & Fiscal Impact Analysis
We provide rigorous economic and fiscal impact analysis that helps public decision-makers understand the full financial implications of development projects. Our analysis goes beyond basic projections to evaluate net fiscal benefit, opportunity costs, and long-term sustainability—equipping municipalities with the evidence needed to make confident, defensible investment decisions.
Core Components
Fiscal Impact Modeling for Public Entities
Comprehensive analysis of net fiscal impact including direct and indirect revenue generation, service costs, and long-term budgetary implications.
Sales Tax and Revenue Projections
Detailed forecasting of sales tax generation, special revenue streams, and incremental public revenue attributable to project activity.
Cost-Benefit and Value-for-Money (VfM) Analysis
Comparative analysis of public investment alternatives, evaluating return on investment and value delivered relative to public expenditure.
Economic Justification for Public Investment
Clear, evidence-based documentation of public benefit and investment rationale to support approval processes and stakeholder communication.
District & Funding Strategy
Strategic formation and management of special taxing districts and funding mechanisms requires technical precision and policy awareness. We guide municipalities through district creation, boundary planning, and funding strategy development—ensuring districts are properly structured, legally compliant, and aligned with broader community and development objectives.
Core Components
Special Taxing District Formation (TIF, CID, TDD, etc.)
Complete advisory support for district formation including eligibility analysis, boundary design, legal compliance, and adoption procedures.
Boundary Planning and Eligibility Analysis
Strategic boundary development that maximizes district effectiveness while meeting statutory requirements for blight, conservation, or economic development.
Grant and Funding Strategy Alignment
Identification and integration of complementary funding sources including state and federal grants, loan programs, and alternative financing mechanisms.
Community Benefit Frameworks and Agreements
Development of community benefit structures that define public value expectations, performance metrics, and accountability mechanisms.