Approve $2 million financing for Family Justice Center tenant improvements
In Plain English
The city plans to lease space at 256 24th Street for a new Family Justice Center. The building needs $2 million in renovations to serve victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. The city would finance these improvements through a 10-year capital lease rather than paying upfront.
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Votes
Motion · Official minutes
Adopted Resolution No. 123-12
6 aye · 0 nay · 1 absent
Why This Vote Matters
The council unanimously approved financing for a new Family Justice Center that will help victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. The city will lease space at 256 24th Street and pay for $2 million in necessary building renovations through a 10-year capital lease instead of paying the full amount upfront. This financing approach spreads the cost over time while allowing the center to open sooner to serve residents who need these critical services. The vote was 6-0 with Councilmember Ritterman absent.
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