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Medford committee backs high school building homes on privately owned Simek lots with reimbursement after construction

Medford City Committee of the Whole · January 12, 2026
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Summary

The Committee of the Whole recommended Council allow Medford Area High School to build homes on lots bought by two local owners, with the city reimbursing the lot price after construction; the motion passed with one no vote.

The Medford City Committee of the Whole on Jan. 12 recommended that the City Council allow the Medford Area High School to build homes on privately purchased lots in the Simek subdivision and reimburse the lot price once a home is completed. The motion was moved by Tim Hansen and seconded by Laura Holmes; the committee recorded seven ayes and one no vote (Michael Bub).

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