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Assembly allows direct negotiation for Dave Omer land purchase; neighbors urged delay
Summary
The Petersburg Assembly exempted two borough lots from public sale and authorized direct negotiation with applicant Dave Omer. Neighbors testified the timing and location would adversely affect a nearby residence and raised safety concerns.
On Oct. 20, 2025, the Petersburg Borough Assembly voted 6-0 to exempt two borough-owned lots (Lots 5 and 6, Block 78, Southeast Edition) from public sale and authorized the borough manager to negotiate directly with applicant Dave Omer; final terms will return to the assembly for approval.
Several neighbors spoke during public hearing. Mary Clemens, a Fram Street resident, said she supports additional housing but asked the assembly to delay this sale because the Marsh family — whose home backs the lots in question — has already…
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