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Commission discusses options for vacant Union Station space; staff to pursue marketing options

Davenport Riverfront Improvement Commission · October 29, 2025
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Summary

Commissioners briefly reviewed possible approaches to marketing or leasing the vacant former EME space inside Union Station and asked staff to explore options including a realtor, nonprofit tenants or city website postings.

Staff notified the commission that the former EME space inside Union Station is vacant and that several nonprofit and commercial parties have expressed interest. Commissioners discussed whether to hire a commercial broker or to market the space through city channels and community contacts.

Possible uses discussed included nonprofit incubators and market-related uses tied to the riverfront. Staff said they would solicit input and return with recommendations on process, timing and marketing approach.