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Council approves sale of paper‑street parcel on Conover Street for $40,000
Summary
Geneva City Council approved the sale of a paper‑street parcel on Conover Street to a private buyer after a roll call vote; council discussion noted access constraints, a high‑pressure gas line and the city’s property‑disposition process.
Geneva City Council on June 3 approved the sale of a city‑owned parcel described as part of Conover Street to Daniel McGowan for $40,000, following staff review and a council roll call.
City staff described the parcel in the agenda as “Parcel A” and “Parcel B” on a paper street; the city’s disposition process allows purchasers to apply for surplus property, which staff and the assessor review before council consideration. The sale agreement preserves existing rights for utilities and the railroad, and staff said any necessary easements for NYSEG or other rights‑of‑way will be retained.
Council debate included support from Councilor Lavin, who urged approving the sale to solidify a private investment that he said would convert derelict parcels into taxable properties. Councilor Grimaldi said he opposed the sale because the property abuts a high‑pressure gas line and is a paper street with access issues and suggested the city should retain the parcel. During roll call, several councilors voted aye and the motion carried; Councilor Grimaldi and Mayor Valentino recorded nay votes.
Ending: The city will proceed with conveyance subject to retained easements and customary conditions; staff noted the city’s property‑disposition procedures and that any maintenance or access obligations tied to utility rights‑of‑way remain in effect.
