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Council approves sale of former police academy at 605 4th Street to Piedmont Community Services
Summary
Council approved conveyance of the former police academy at 605 4th Street to Piedmont Community Services, noting an appraisal is in hand and that the site will remain a voting precinct under the agreement.
Martinsville City Council approved the sale of 605 4th Street — the former police academy — to Piedmont Community Services, which exercised an option in its original lease to purchase the property. Staff told council a public hearing on the conveyance has already been held and that an appraisal is in hand to establish the agreed price.
Council authorized the interim city manager to sign the necessary closing documents. Staff and council members noted the purchase agreement includes a provision to keep the property as a voting precinct, and neighbors reportedly expressed satisfaction with Piedmont Community Services during the lease period.
A council member observed the city had a prior contractual obligation that could require sale if the purchaser chooses to exercise its option; staff noted deed and closing edits remain and may be returned for final review before closing.
