text: Obviously high-paying jobs did not materialize, despite all hoop-la and the run-up to tax breaks.  Also, obviously, having it empty has not been a big burden for Eugene the past few years; good jobs are appearing as the economy improves.  Local governments could make a public statement that they will give tax breaks for a Lane County/ Oregon-based corp with jobs to buy it, but will likely not offer tax breaks in 2017 for other purchasers.  Broadcom paid almost nothing for it.  If they can't sell it, they'll still at least be paying property tax (please correct me if I'm wrong on that).  Let's see if there's anybody here in Oregon who's interested, particularly now that what Broadcom paid is well known.  
  Basically, I'm fed-up with endless move tax incentives for wealthy mega-corps.   Or, if only the mega-corps can provide good jobs--which is hogwash--then let's make an effort to have an Oregon-based outfit step up.  How it can hurt to try?  Be good for the Oregon/Lane County brand.