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Commissioners approve $2.21 million repurchase of Armory/LEC, authorize construction‑manager RFP
Summary
Stark County commissioners voted unanimously Aug. 4 to accept the city's counteroffer to repurchase the armory and law‑enforcement center property for $2,210,000 from the capital improvements fund and authorized an RFP for a construction manager to plan renovations or construction.
The Stark County Commission voted Aug. 4 to accept the City of Dickinson's counteroffer to repurchase the armory and adjacent law‑enforcement center property for $2,210,000.
Commissioner Frantczuk moved to approve the purchase with funds coming from the county's capital improvements account; Commissioner Claris seconded. The chair called a roll‑call vote; commissioners voted aye and the motion carried. The sheriff indicated the site would be suitable for a renovated sheriff's office or a new sheriff facility.
Chairman Messer said the county plans to issue an RFP for a construction‑management contract after closing to develop space and cost estimates and to assemble a design team including an architect and contractors. Commissioners also authorized the county attorney to prepare an amended purchase agreement for execution.
The commission recorded no immediate red flags from earlier environmental and lead reports but discussed options for abating elevated lead levels found near the shooting range and locker‑room areas — measures could include covering or removing older tile as part of a remediation plan.
Next steps: county staff will finalize closing paperwork and issue an RFP for a construction manager to scope renovation versus new construction and provide budget estimates.
