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Council briefed on options for historic 300 Merriman fire station; appraisal and T‑Mobile lease noted
Summary
Staff told council the 1927 fire station at 300 Merriman is on the National Register, has been vacant since 2014, was appraised at $930,000 in 2020, and has a concealed T‑Mobile cell tower that generates about $35,000 annually; staff will work with the Preservation Society and return with appraisal and disposition options (lease, sale or donation).
City staff presented options for the historic 300 Merriman fire station and asked for council feedback on next steps.
Nikki Reed described 300 Merriman as a "treasured historic asset" listed on the National Register, closed to occupancy since 2014 because of potentially hazardous materials (lead‑based paint and asbestos). Reed said the building has a small land footprint (about one‑third acre), a roughly…
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