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Middletown commissioners split on selling former Food Bank property; board requests appraisal
Summary
The board discussed potentially selling the Food Bank property on West Main Street, with some commissioners favoring retention and others supporting sale; staff were asked to obtain an appraisal for 301 West Main Street and clarify how proceeds would be used.
The Burgess and Commissioners discussed the possible sale of the town-owned Food Bank parcel on West Main Street at their Jan. 8 workshop. The Town Administrator reviewed options for dividing parking if the town sells the parcel: 12 spaces would remain with Willow Street Park while about seven to eight spaces would stay assigned to 301 West Main Street.
Commissioners expressed differing views: some said the town should retain the property, while others favored selling it. The board asked staff to obtain an appraisal for 301 West Main Street so the commissioners can better evaluate proceeds and potential uses of sale revenue. The minutes note the food bank expects to leave that property later in the year.
Why it matters: Selling municipal property affects local park amenities and inventory of town-owned land; understanding appraised value and the food bank—2s relocation timeline will inform whether sale proceeds would advance other town priorities.
Next steps: Staff will obtain an appraisal for 301 West Main Street and report back to the board to support a future decision about sale or retention.
