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Franklin County mayor says fence removal at 'Moon property' cleared way for development
Summary
Mayor Chris Gass said Franklin County secured permission in 2024 to remove a fence at the Moon property, clearing a key hurdle for planned economic development and launching a Property Evaluation Program to map next steps.
Franklin County Mayor Chris Gass said the county obtained permission in 2024 to cut a fence at the Moon property, a step he described as allowing the county to proceed with economic development on that parcel. "That was a big, big deal for us in '24," Gass said.
Gass said county staff have initiated a Property Evaluation Program (PEP) to determine the next steps after the Moon property is developed. The PEP will evaluate options for use and inform future planning and outreach. Gass characterized the PEP as a forward-looking effort to "look down the road for opportunities for Franklin County."
The mayor's remarks were part of a short year-in-review message from the mayor's office. He framed the fence-permission as a prerequisite to attracting projects and economic activity but did not specify timelines, prospective developers, or projected investment amounts. Those details were not provided in the message.
The county did not announce any formal votes, contracts, or specific development partners during the update; Gass said staff will continue work on evaluations and pursue opportunities after the property review is complete. The mayor closed by thanking residents and wishing them safe holidays.
