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Resident urges EDC to consider buying Caroline Street parcel next to historic building
Summary
During public comment a resident asked the board to start conversations about the city or EDC acquiring a parcel on Caroline Street to protect downtown aesthetics and a neighboring historic building; board agreed to add the topic to the next agenda for deliberation.
Cheryl Fides, speaking during the public comment portion of the Jan. 29 meeting, asked the Montgomery Economic Development Corporation to consider acquiring a parcel of land on Caroline Street that she said is currently for sale and sits beside a state‑plaque historic building.
Fides said downtown redevelopment could lead to a non-aesthetic use such as a tire shop next to the historic gallery and urged the city to “start some kind of conversation about buying that property.” She described the parcel as “absolutely essential” to preserving the historic character of the downtown block.
Board response Board members asked clarifying questions during public comment about the specific parcel and whether the EDC or city could act immediately; staff and members said they do not know sufficient details without research and that the item must be added to a future agenda for deliberation. The chair directed staff to add the Caroline Street parcel discussion to the next EDC agenda so the board can consider it formally.
Ending The board did not take action at the meeting; staff will prepare an agenda item with additional information for a future meeting.
