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Council selects White Lotus Group to advance redevelopment of 602 Robert DeRay Drive, members call for strict due diligence
Summary
The Des Moines City Council voted to advance negotiations with White Lotus Group to rehabilitate the historic armory at 602 Robert DeRay Drive, while several councilmembers urged stronger contractual protections, clarity about equity commitments and contingency plans if the project stalls.
The Des Moines City Council voted 7-0 on Dec. 8 to direct staff to begin negotiations with White Lotus Group to pursue rehabilitation and redevelopment of the armory at 602 Robert DeRay Drive, with a provision to reissue a request for proposals if negotiations do not produce acceptable terms.
Councilmembers who questioned the selection emphasized the early stage of the process and urged legal and financial safeguards. One councilmember said staff…
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