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Council approves purchase of 2.63 acres from St. George's Episcopal Church to support Safe Haven center; one abstention recorded
Summary
The Newport News City Council voted to authorize purchase of a 2.63-acre portion of St. George's Episcopal Church property at 15446 Warwick Boulevard to support the Safe Haven Empowerment Center; the resolution passed 5-0 with Councilman Harris abstaining due to a declared personal interest.
The Newport News City Council on Jan. 28 authorized a purchase of a 2.63-acre portion of property at 15446 Warwick Boulevard from St. George's Episcopal Church to support operations and potential growth of the Safe Haven Empowerment Center.
The city manager said St. George's offered the portion of property for sale; the resolution directs the city manager to execute documents necessary to effect the purchase. No members of the public spoke on the item.
Councilman Harris announced he would abstain, stating he is the executive director of an organization that "may realize a benefit because of the transaction" and that a signed written declaration is on file with the city clerk. The council recorded the vote as 5-0 with one abstention.
The meeting record does not include a purchase price, closing timetable, easements or conditions of sale, nor does it provide a budget appropriation or funding source in the discussion.
