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County discusses 30-year lease to support Smith Station annex near City Hall
Summary
County staff described a proposed 30-year lease for land adjoining Smith Station City Hall as the first step toward constructing a Smith Station annex; commissioners noted a $1-per-year lease rate and discussed employee concerns about current space in Smith Station City Hall.
County staff described a proposed 30-year lease for land adjoining Smith Station City Hall intended to facilitate construction of a county annex.
Mr. Beck told the commission the agreement is a 30-year lease for land adjoining the Smith Station City Hall and described it as "the first step in moving forward with building an annex." One commissioner noted the arrangement would be similar to another lease the county has with Auburn, asking, "Is that what we pay Auburn to?" Another commissioner observed the current Smith Station location has caused employee complaints about lights being turned off and doors not being opened on time.
A commissioner noted the lease price mentioned in the discussion—"Got it for a dollar a year for 30 years"—and said staff would continue working through details. No formal lease approval or vote occurred during the work session.
Next steps: staff will continue negotiating and bring any formal lease agreement back to the commission for consideration and possible approval.
