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Council approves new lease for city offices at 312B E. Nelson, 4-1
Summary
Council approved a lease starting July 1, 2026 for offices at 312B E. Nelson with a 10.5-year term and annual increases (4% noted in draft); Councilmember Conus voted no on the motion.
Parks & Recreation Director Levi Meyer explained that City staff have occupied space at 312B E. Nelson Street since 2018 and presented a proposed lease that would start July 1, 2026. The draft lease reflects a 10.5-year term with a 4% annual increase and a $250 monthly capital maintenance fee. City Administrator Beth Linn said the space is roughly 800 square feet and houses four staff plus a conference room; she also noted limited alternative office availability in Edgerton and cited Johnson County market rates above $20 per square foot.
Council members questioned the inflation escalator and accessibility of upstairs space; Councilmember Ron Conus opposed the agreement citing concerns about the rate increase. Councilmember Clay Longanecker moved to approve the lease and Councilmember Josh Lewis seconded; the motion carried 4-1 with Longanecker, Lewis, Lebakken and Malloy voting yes and Conus voting no.
