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Council approves discounted sale of Portland Technology Park parcel amid debate over price and restrictions
Summary
Council approved a $200,000 purchase-and-sale agreement for Parcel 1 of the Portland Technology Park despite public concerns that the city marketed the land at $400,000 and is selling at a large discount; staff cited grant restrictions and current market conditions.
The Portland City Council approved a purchase-and-sale agreement to sell Parcel 1 of Portland Technology Park to a private buyer for $200,000 after public comment and council discussion about price, grant restrictions and long‑term goals for the site.
Greg Watson, director of housing and economic development, said the property has been marketed at a below‑market rate to spur development and that a 2009 Economic Development Administration (EDA) grant imposes restrictions that limit what can be built on the site…
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