Lease property at 111-113 Macdonald Avenue to Saffron Strand for homeless services
In Plain English
The city owns property at 111-113 Macdonald Avenue that currently sits unused. Saffron Strand Inc. wants to lease the building to provide job training and employment services for homeless residents. If approved, the city gets rental income while expanding services to help homeless people find work.
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Votes
Motion · Official minutes
Adopt Resolution No. 27-13
6 aye · 0 nay · 1 abstain
Why This Vote Matters
The city approved a lease agreement with Saffron Strand, Inc. to use the vacant building at 111-113 Macdonald Avenue for job training and employment services targeting homeless residents. The arrangement will generate rental income for the city while providing workforce development programs to help homeless people find employment. Six council members supported the lease with broad agreement, while Councilmember Boozé abstained from voting. This is a fairly routine property lease that aligns with the council's typical approach to contract approvals.
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