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Eight visitors at Marple Lane open houses; bids due June 2 for township property
Summary
Committee members reported two open houses at 14 Marple Lane that drew eight visitors; the bid opening is scheduled for June 2 and the Board of Supervisors review is anticipated June 11 with a 60-day settlement window for purchasers.
The Abolition Hall Steering Committee reported on May 28 that two open houses for 14 Marple Lane drew eight visitors total and that the bid opening for the property is scheduled for June 2.
Committee members said the solicitor will review bids after the June 2 opening and that the committee hopes the Board of Supervisors will receive a recommendation at its June 11 meeting. Committee members noted purchasers typically have 60 days to make settlement once a sale is approved.
Discussion at the meeting included whether the Board of Supervisors is required to accept the highest qualified bid and whether a live auction might attract more interest if initial bids fall short. Committee members said the supervisors generally must accept the highest responsive bid but can disqualify proposals that do not meet qualifications and proceed down the list if necessary.
The committee intends to return with bid results and a recommendation for the board. No formal sale or transfer took place at the May 28 meeting; the item remains on the committee'9s follow-up list.
