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Michelle McPherson <br />October 14, 2003 <br />Page 2 <br /> <br />proposing to lease the 321 Baldwin site to the Salvation Army. Gobels have, in addition, <br />made an offer on one of the neighboring houses (to the east) and would intend to attempt to <br />purchase other of those houses as they become available or by buyer initiated offers if it is <br />feasible. The purchase of the city parcel is part of that plan. <br /> <br /> Another issue relates to the building that is presently on the city parcel. It is <br />understood that the Gobel offer does not include any value for the building. It is understood <br />that the building will need to be razed at some point. There is a question as to whether the <br />costs of razing that building would be on the city or on Gobel. From Gobel's standpoint that <br />would depend on what use Gobels can make of the city parcel during the next five years. If <br />the Gobels are able to make some use of that property pending its fun. her development, then <br />they would consider paying the costs of razing the building. One possible use for the city <br />property for the next five years would be to lease it to the Salvation Army for additional <br />parking. <br /> <br /> Pursuant to our telephone conversation, I would ask that you present this proposal to <br />the City. If the City acts favorably to the proposal I would put it in a more formal document <br />or purchase agreement. Meanwhile, if you have any questions regarding this letter, let me <br />know. Otherwise, I look forward to hearing from you. <br /> <br />JRG/kls <br />cc: Jerry and Diane Gobel <br /> <br /> <br />