$7.1 Million Land Purchase Criticism
Summary
A resident says the city's $7.1 million land purchase 20 months ago has cost $500,000 in lost interest and is still sitting undeveloped, with an unsolicited bid that could cost taxpayers tens of millions over 30 years.
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Last discussed Feb 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
The resident cited $500,000 in lost interest so far, building at $25,000 per month.
Taxpayers would benefit if the city cuts its losses or negotiates a better deal on the land.
Taxpayers bear the ongoing cost of the idle land purchase under the speaker's framing.
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