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Billings council approves resolution to dispose of historic Babcock Theatre
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Summary
The city council unanimously approved a resolution declaring the city's intent to dispose of the Babcock Theatre and authorized staff to begin the disposal process; a purchase‑and‑sale agreement was anticipated at a subsequent meeting.
The Billings City Council voted unanimously on April 13 to approve a resolution declaring the city's intent to dispose of the Babcock Theatre and to authorize staff to begin the disposal process.
Council member Roy Neese moved the resolution, saying the step is intended to find an owner who can restore and re‑activate the historic property. The council’s approval authorizes staff to proceed with the disposal process; city staff indicated they expect to present a purchase‑and‑sale agreement at a future meeting.
The vote was unanimous and followed the required public‑hearing portion of the item; council members said they look forward to finding a caretaker for the historic facility so the public can again use it.
Next step: staff to proceed with the disposal process and prepare a purchase‑and‑sale agreement for council consideration.
