FISTA economic development performance
Summary
FISTA reported explosive growth — a $19 million payroll, 28 partners, 14,577 visitors, and a $93 million estimated regional impact — funded largely by grants and rents, with the city contributing $17 million cumulatively. Council members pressed on jobs, funding, and breakeven.
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Last discussed Feb 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
The city has contributed $17 million cumulatively; FISTA reports near-breakeven excluding growth costs and retail-plaza operations.
Local workers, STEM students, and defense innovation partners benefit from jobs, training, and an expanding innovation park.
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