Council approves no‑cost transfer of 1790 Oak Ridge Turnpike to Free Medical Clinic
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Oak Ridge City Council approved a resolution to transfer city‑owned property at 1790 Oak Ridge Turnpike to the Free Medical Clinic of Oak Ridge at no cost for a new care center; staff noted the clinic has secured significant philanthropic support.
Oak Ridge City Council voted to transfer the city‑owned property at 1790 Oak Ridge Turnpike (Anderson County Tax Map 0990 Group A Parcel 013.00) to the Free Medical Clinic of Oak Ridge, Inc., at no cost for use as a care center.
City staff presented the parcel as a long‑held property that city leaders had considered for multiple uses (including an animal shelter) and said the Free Medical Clinic is outgrowing its current space and proposed relocating and renovating the existing building at the turnpike site. Staff noted the clinic has been awarded a $500,000 grant from the LDS (Latter‑day Saints) foundation and has additional grants and fundraising in place to pursue renovations; staff recommended donation of the building.
Council members praised the clinic's outreach work, including a mobile unit, and supported the transfer subject to the council's customary review. Council member Smith cautioned that the building is old and expressed hope it is in adequate condition for clinic use; staff and the clinic will address renovation scope during implementation.
The resolution passed by voice vote with no recorded opposition.