Public commenters and commissioners raised concerns about the proposed downtown police hub site and the ownership history of the property under negotiation, asking for more documentation on vetting, title and tax status before the city completes acquisition.

Resident Lynn Lamance told the council she reviewed state records and said the ownership chain included multiple limited liability companies and a named attorney she associated with problem properties. Lamance urged more vetting and raised questions about unpaid property taxes tied to the seller.

Commissioner Charles Sloss asked staff for the sales agreement, feasibility study and title work that would justify a $1.4 million purchase price cited in meeting discussion. City manager (transcript name Miss Dixteen) said the acquisition involved multiple city departments, planning, law and the police, and that an outside real estate attorney assisted negotiations. She added that taxes must be paid to obtain clear title and that "no surprises" were found in due diligence.

Commissioners requested a memo and the underlying documents to be provided to the commission once negotiations allow for public disclosure; staff said certain negotiation details were kept confidential to avoid driving up prices. City staff said they will provide follow-up documentation and that the procurement and vetting process included planning, law and real estate counsel.

No formal purchase motion was finalized during the public-comments portion of the meeting; commissioners emphasized the need for transparency and clear public information when the city moves forward with property acquisitions for public facilities.