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Prospective buyer pitches plan to preserve affordability at Forest View Park
Summary
Residents of Forest View Park introduced Dr. Kenneth Van Williams as a prospective buyer who said his firm will revitalize the Blue Island manufactured-home community and keep rents affordable; the city said no formal sale process has started until the owner files an intent to sell.
Christine Prucher, representing residents of Forest View Park, opened public comment by asking the council to consider an alternative to closing the community and introduced Dr. Kenneth Van Williams, a social-impact investor who said he wishes to purchase the park.
"He is a social impact investor who wishes to purchase Forest View Park," Prucher said, noting residents organized and had submitted a packet of testimony to the council. She said many residents have longstanding ties to the community.
Dr. Kenneth Van Williams, who identified himself as managing founder of Proactive Realty Group and…
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