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Agency flags possible USDA attachment that could restrict sale of city parcel
Summary
Staff told members that two USDA awards from the 1990s may have attached restrictions to a parcel under consideration for sale; staff said they will request USDA records and may pull a title report before proceeding.
Staff reported the agency discovered two USDA awards tied to a parcel from the 1990s and raised the possibility that a USDA condition remains attached to the land. Staff member said the attachment "stayed with the property perpetuity," and advised the agency to contact the USDA local office to determine whether permission would be required before selling the site.
Members agreed it would be prudent to resolve the title question before placing the property on the market. Staff offered to request USDA records online and noted a formal title report (estimated cost cited as about $200) is available if the agency wants a deeper search; the group asked staff to follow up and bring findings to the council for any required approval steps.
