ANCHOR INVESTMENTS IN THE GREATER CORE
Accelerating Market Momentum in Erie’s Downtown and Waterfront
At the heart of every thriving region is a core that reflects its identity. For Erie, that place is the Greater Core.
Infinite Erie supports transformative projects that bring new energy to downtown and its surrounding neighborhoods.This portfolio is all about creating a downtown where people want to live, work, and invest.
These aren’t just buildings. They’re building blocks for Erie’s future.
Industry and infrastructure don’t operate in silos. Together, they build the foundation for job creation, regional competitiveness, and long-term prosperity.
What This Portfolio Supports
We champion efforts that turn vision into vibrancy by:
Redeveloping underused commercial and industrial spaces
Adding Class A office, retail, and residential square footage
Remediating land for employer expansion
Advancing mixed-use projects that attract people and investment
By catalyzing these projects, Infinite Erie helps create a downtown that’s alive with possibility.
Examples in Motion
This portfolio includes initiatives that reflect both strategic vision and community impact, such as:
1001 State Street: Revitalizing a key downtown anchor through comprehensive redevelopment
Ironworks Square: Restoring historic character while building modern commercial space
Bayfront Market House: Reimagining the waterfront as a hub of activity and entrepreneurship
Avalon Redevelopment: Transforming a historic site into a new centerpiece for downtown life
Why It Matters
Downtowns drive regional success. When Erie’s core thrives, opportunity spreads.
Infinite Erie’s role is to align leadership, funding, and implementation around a shared goal: a Greater Core that reflects the potential of the entire region.
What We’re Tracking
We measure progress through:
Growth in commercial and residential square footage
Increased occupancy and use of downtown buildings
Remediated acreage ready for development
Evidence of private follow-on investment
Ready for What’s Next?
Explore the projects bringing Erie’s core back to life.