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Tenants press St. Marys leaders to avoid receivership for Riverview building; city says private sale is preferred
Summary
Tenants of the Riverview Partnership building told the St. Marys City Council they are living in unsafe conditions and urged officials not to let a court‑appointed receivership derail repair and sale efforts. City staff described liens, a mortgage and estate complications and said the city is pursuing a private sale to limit cost and delay.
Tenants and residents of the Riverview Partnership building urged the St. Marys City Council to favor a private sale and repairs rather than a costly court receivership, saying the property’s condition and uncertainty have left them living in unsafe, untenable conditions.
A resident who spoke during public comment described failing building systems and health concerns, saying, “We are human beings. We want the building fixed. We want the building sold.” The resident told council the building has no elevator, a failing fire‑alarm system, and tenants with chronic medical conditions and a pregnant resident; she said the property has not been maintained despite rent payments.
City staff member Greg Noble addressed the council to explain receivership…
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