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Wayne County committee tables proposed Westland parkland purchase after questions on taxes, ownership and price
Summary
The Committee on Public Services on July 8 tabled a proposed purchase of about 1.47 acres at 8004 North Farmington Road in Westland after commissioners raised concerns about delinquent taxes, unclear ownership and a negotiated price above an appraisal. Staff will complete due diligence and return the item to the committee.
The Wayne County Committee on Public Services on July 8 tabled a proposed purchase of about 1.47 acres at 8004 North Farmington Road in Westland after commissioners raised questions about delinquent property taxes, unclear ownership and a negotiated sale price above a recent appraisal.
Gregory Hurst, director of facilities management and planning, told the committee the parcel sits adjacent to roughly 9.88 acres the county previously bought and “is kind of the last puzzle piece for the county to have continuous ownership of that particular area of Hines Park.” Hurst said the property would connect to an on-site pedestrian bridge and could provide access to the park.
Elizabeth Isler, chief of planning, parks, said county planners see the purchase primarily as…
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