Talent Community Resource Center draws multiple nonprofit inquiries; city to weigh tenant selection

City staff reported interest from multiple organizations to occupy the Talent Community Resource Center at 49 Talent Avenue and said they will present council with options for tenant selection. Staff identified interested parties including Access (food provider), Rogue Food Unites, ARC, Maslow Project, Rogue Community Health and the Ashland YMCA. Staff said the city and the city attorney will meet with Assante on Friday to discuss procedures to close the purchase and begin tenant selection. Staff also noted that the Talent food pantry recently used space in the building and thanked council for support; staff expects to bring a recommendation that will require choosing among multiple nonprofit operators. Councilors welcomed the interest and asked staff to present a clear selection process. No formal decision was made; staff will return with a staff recommendation and next steps for lease/occupancy selection.