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lu —fel <br /> I_ <br /> assessment did not identify any potential contamination sources in the mounds. The debris <br /> observed would be able to be disposed at a permitted landfill. <br /> Judy added that she has continued to have conversations with the property owner to <br /> purchase the property. Is there interest among partners to participate in those discussions? <br /> Key Points <br /> • All jurisdictions are open to moving forward with purchasing the property. All groups <br /> still need full approval from each respective Board/Council. <br /> • Mayor Hemminger expressed hope that everyone can be supportive. There is no way <br /> into the larger property without going through the Inman property. This property <br /> could be used for affordable property in the future. We still need to work out <br /> negotiations from the Church of the Advocate as we need a small part of their land <br /> to make this work. Chapel Hill is ready to move forward with spending the money on <br /> their portion of the property. <br /> • Chair Bedford added that her Commissioners haven't discussed it yet. Do we have an <br /> update on the price? Would mobile homes be considered for this property? <br /> o Mayor Hemminger responded that we would want something denser and <br /> more energy efficient. There are no utilities there now, so we would likely <br /> look to a housing partner to do something there. It could be of interest to <br /> Community Home Trust, Habitat for Humanity, or Tiny Homes. <br /> • Richard White asked about the timeline for this transaction, and there was <br /> agreement around trying to purchase the property before the end of this fiscal year. <br /> It would be helpful to have a packet of information to share with the Council. <br /> o Next step—Judy Johnson will share her PPT and packet of information with <br /> all partners. <br /> • Mayor Hemminger added that this family will sell to someone else if we don't go <br /> ahead and buy it now. <br /> • Mayor Seils added that we should be able to get the information in front of his <br /> Council soon. <br /> • Travis Myren asked how much of the property would be required for Greene Tract <br /> access versus other purposes? His Board would want to have this information. <br /> o Chair Bedford responded that this would be contingent on getting the <br /> easement with the Church. That needs to happen simultaneously. <br /> • Cy Stober added that he recently met with David Stancil and let him know this issue <br /> might elevate again soon, given the RFP. He is pivoting to make sure newer staff <br /> members are aware of what to expect. <br />