Now were getting at the real reason the city has not  been interested in the EWEB site:  The city long ago has been captured by its employees, and they like being in their private fiefdoms away from City Hall and oversight from elected officials. In addition, the City's need for space allows it to be a "player" in the local real estate market.  The city can and has used its need for space  to help underwrite desired developments. Whether or not you think that's a good idea, I believe that we're paying more to lease space for City employees than we would if we housed them in a city owned building.