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Town discusses buying former Jiffy Lube site for pocket park; EDA grant would offset most cost, purchase not finalized
Summary
Council referenced a proposed $899,000 purchase of 200 South Avenue (former Jiffy Lube) and a $660,000 EDA grant; the council has authorized an ordinance amount but the purchase and grant paperwork remain incomplete and environmental responsibilities were discussed as a condition of any acquisition.
Town presenters described ongoing work around a potential pocket‑park purchase at 200 South Avenue and answered residents' questions about costs and environmental liability.
The presenter said the council previously authorized an ordinance to allocate $900,000 toward purchasing the property (the seller's price was stated as $899,000 plus closing costs). The town reported it has been awarded a $660,000 grant from a…
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