COLUMBUS, Ind. — The city’s efforts to purchase a former industrial property for its parks department have taken another step forward.
The Columbus City Council on Tuesday gave its final approval to provide $300,000 for the purchase of the former 3-acre site of Machinery Moving Inc. contingent on completion of appraisals and an environmental assessment of the property, city officials said.
The deal received initial approval from the Columbus Park Board in October and by the city council Nov. 6. With Tuesday’s 6-0 council vote, the final approval step for the purchase could come Dec. 13 when it is considered for a second and final time by the park board.
The property is owned by Norma Lienhoop, the aunt of Mayor Jim Lienhoop, who has recused himself from all matters surrounding the purchase.
Please read Thursday’s edition of The Republic for more details.
