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Resident requests to buy city-owned lot on Main Street; council will consider
Summary
Resident Merril Jacob requested to purchase a city-owned lot on Main Street, citing recent utility issues on adjacent property; the council said it would consider the proposal.
Resident Merril Jacob asked the council to consider purchasing an existing city-owned lot on Main Street. Jacob said he owns a small Air B&B at 108 Main Street and that during recent sewer-line replacement his operator hit a water line; the city repaired it quickly and Jacob agreed to accept financial responsibility for the damage. That incident prompted him to propose buying adjacent city lots for future development and, he said, to avoid future utility conflicts.
Council members heard the proposal and indicated they would consider it; minutes do not record a motion, price discussion, or formal next step beyond consideration. The mayor also later reported receiving a letter of interest from Jessica Fillinger to purchase part of a city lot for a coffee/smoothie shop, and the council asked that professional plans be submitted for review if pursued.
