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Council keeps surplus designation on Equest properties, directs staff toward auction/declaring surplus process
Summary
Council debated rescinding a prior surplus declaration for a house and shop at 8660 W Equest after staff suggested the city might reuse the property. Several council members urged proceeding with auction or demolition consistent with previously communicated park plans; council consensus favored keeping surplus designation and pursuing disposal options.
Staff told council that a prior resolution declaring a home and shop at 8660 W Equest as surplus may need rescinding if the city intended to retain the property. Council members raised concerns that reversing the surplus declaration could stall planned park development and create confusion for stakeholders (including the local rodeo group) that had been told the property would be removed from use.
Several council members argued the city should proceed with the surplus/auction process rather than rescind the earlier action. Staff said the city has used auction processes before and that if a property fails to sell, the city may make other arrangements (including transfer to another public entity or to the fire district for training). The council ultimately directed staff to keep the surplus designation in place and proceed with disposition steps consistent with prior practice and legal requirements.
Staff will return to council with the auction timeline and any legal steps required to complete disposal if that is the path chosen.
