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Council introduces sale of 701 Billings Ave. and 1544 Paul Ave.; public hearing set for May 13
Summary
Council introduced Ordinance O.25.09 to sell Block 17 Lot 11 (701 Billings Ave.) to Marco Grelli for $10,000 and added Block 118.02 Lot 9 (1544 Paul Avenue) to be sold to Prosperous Homes, LLC for $5,000; public hearing and second reading scheduled for May 13, 2025.
Councilman Singleton introduced Ordinance O.25.09 to authorize the sale of municipal properties: Block 17 Lot 11 (701 Billings Ave.) to Marco Grelli for $10,000 and Block 118.02 Lot 9 (1544 Paul Avenue) to Prosperous Homes, LLC for $5,000. The ordinance was adopted on introduction with a public hearing and second reading scheduled for May 13, 2025.
Council President Thomas moved and Councilman Singleton seconded the motion to adopt O.25.09 on introduction; roll call showed Ayes from Thomas, Armistead, Evans, Singleton and Turner; Councilman Holloway was absent. The ordinance also references redevelopment agreements and requires execution of necessary documents prior to closing.
Why it matters: the sales transfer public land into private ownership and may affect local redevelopment and tax revenue. Details such as deed restrictions, redevelopment conditions and sale closing timelines were not specified at the April 8 meeting and are expected to be provided at the public hearing.
