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Board rejects proposed sale of former animal‑control site after members question valuation process
Summary
County staff recommended a direct sale based on a 2021 appraisal at $23,000 per acre for a 2.43‑acre former animal‑control site; board members raised concerns about relying on a 2021 appraisal and limited market notice and the motion to approve the sale failed on a 3‑3 vote.
County staff explained that a 2021 appraisal valued a 2.43‑acre former animal‑control property at $23,000 per acre and that Administrative Services had negotiated a direct‑sale approach with an adjoining property owner who offered the same price. Staff said they had contacted other adjoining owners and that selling by direct negotiation avoided broker fees and additional appraisal costs.
Several committee members pressed for a more current market process. Members pointed out that comparable nearby sales had shown lower per‑acre prices, that property valuations can shift over five years, and that the county’s practice of not widely marketing the parcel could disadvantage interested parties not already ‘in the know.’ One member asked for the State’s Attorney’s opinion and to review the proposed purchase agreement before approving the sale.
On the roll call the motion to approve the sale failed: Eric (yes), John (yes), Terry (yes), Carolyn (no), Larry (no), Chair (no). With a 3–3 split, the motion did not carry. The committee voted to refer the matter back to Administrative Services for further review, additional outreach, and to allow the State’s Attorney to craft language to avoid conflicts of interest.
