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Commission debates terms of counteroffer for former hospital, commissioners split over closing costs and realtor fee
Summary
Commissioners reviewed a counteroffer for the former hospital property and expressed differing views about whether buyers should pay closing costs and realtor fees; one commissioner emphasized recouping past expenditures while another said a quick sale could benefit the community. No final decision was recorded.
Commissioners discussed a counteroffer on the contract for the former hospital property that staff prepared with their realtor. A commissioner outlined prior municipal expenditures related to the asset (referenced in meeting remarks as previously paid amounts), and noted the buyer proposal would leave the city responsible for a realtor fee (about $12,000) and possible closing costs; the speaker said that could result in a net loss for the city and suggested asking the buyer to cover closing costs and the realtor fee.
Other commissioners expressed differing priorities: some wanted to recover invested funds, while another favored completing the sale quickly because it could be beneficial for the community. Staff asked whether commissioners wanted the document approved with edits or returned for further revision; the commission ultimately kept the item on the agenda for a future meeting so staff can make corrections or bring an updated offer back for action.
The transcript records discussion and direction but does not show a formal vote or a final agreed amendment. Commissioners also asked for contact with the realtor to secure funds and close the transaction if terms are acceptable; no closing timeline was provided in the transcript.
