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Council debates sale of Camp Cronin property; referral to finance committee set
Summary
Councilors debated the future of a 2-acre Camp Cronin property in Narragansett that the city still owns; proponents asked the mayor be authorized to sell unused land and return proceeds to the city, while others urged preserving a public asset. The matter was referred to the Finance Committee.
Council members debated whether Providence should sell its remaining two acres at Camp Cronin in Narragansett during the June 5 meeting, with sponsors arguing the unused property is a costly, idle asset and opponents urging caution to preserve public recreational access.
Councilman Oscar Vargas, who introduced the resolution, told colleagues the city has owned the property since 1957, spent approximately $1.5…
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