The Lancaster city council is expressing concern over the continued vacancy of the former Giant Eagle building. Economic development director Stephanie Bosco has suggested that converting the property into a hotel would be a suitable alternative to keeping it unused. This comes as part of ongoing discussions about how to utilize the vacant space effectively, which could have implications for both local economic growth and the city's real estate market. [1] mentions that the building is currently empty, while [2] does not provide specific details on why the property has remained vacant but implies it might be due to potential redevelopment plans. The Lancaster City Council seems to want to avoid leaving the Giant Eagle building unused for an extended period, as indicated by Bosco's suggestion of a hotel.