Civic center’s eminent domain moves forward
“Whether or not a sale goes through on a Spruce Street home planned for demolition to host parking for the future Sequim Civic Center remains in the hands of a bank.
City councilors voted unanimously on June 9 to enforce a short sale with eminent domain on the house at 191 W. Spruce St., formerly owned by Steven and Peggy Sutherland of Renton.
City Attorney Craig Ritchie said they voted on eminent domain two years after agreeing upon a sale with the Sutherlands for $89,000. However, the city hasn’t received approval from the Sutherland’s lending institution, City Manager Steve Burkett said.
“(The bank) loaned them more than what it’s worth ($140,000) and we’re trying to get them to approve the short sale,” he said.”
Nash, Mathew. Sequim Gazette 11 June 2014.