Meeting Summary
The City Council discussed the sale of property in the 100 block West Grace Street, including a vacant lot and the 'couch building.' Despite receiving a direct proposal from a local developer, the Council decided to proceed with issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to solicit broader interest and ideas for housing development. The RFP process is expected to conclude with a potential project award by the second council meeting in November.
Key Decisions & Votes
Issuance of Request for Proposals for property sale on West Grace Street
The City Council decided to move forward with issuing an RFP for the sale of property in the 100 block West Grace Street, including a vacant lot and the 'couch building.' This decision was made to allow all interested parties to submit proposals for potential housing development, rather than solely considering a direct proposal already received.
Coming Up
Deadlines
- RFP responses due by the end of October
Watch For
- Potential project award at the second council meeting in November
Agenda Summary
Discussion regarding the issuance of a request for proposals for the sale of property in the 100 block West Grace Street
Council discussed whether to proceed with a previously requested RFP for the sale of a vacant lot and the 'couch building' on West Grace Street, or to consider a direct proposal received from a local developer. The discussion included details about deed types, potential development (housing vs. parking), and the RFP timeline.