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Council takes bids under advisement for two city lots, including a $60,000 combined offer
Summary
Council received multiple bids for two city-owned lots (Site 1 and Site 2) and took the offers under advisement to review timelines and utility contingencies; Wabash Valley College Foundation submitted a $60,000 combined bid for both lots.
The council reviewed bids for Site 1 and Site 2. Individual bids included Mark Nykirk ($26,500) and Craig Niekerk ($30,000) for Site 1 and Shay Smith ($2,000) and Greg Neikirk ($20,000) for Site 2. Wabash Valley College Foundation submitted a combined bid of $60,000 for both sites. Council members discussed bid conditions, required timelines for moving any structures, and the fact that natural gas service is a public utility matter that the city does not control.
Staff recommended taking the bids under advisement so the council could review details, clarify conditions (such as appliances included and breaker box requirements), and confirm utility responsibilities before final action. "So take them under advisement until next week," the mayor said; staff committed to providing a breakdown of legal fees and other considerations at the next meeting.
