Summary
An upset bid came in on the Mechanic Street property at the request of Agape Adams. The commission was to accept or reject the bid resolution — no outcome is known.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 6
- Last 30 days
- 2
Rising — discussed at 3 meetings since Sep 8, 2026, up from 0 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
An accepted upset bid would raise the effective sale price of the parcel; no amount was published.
The successful bidder if the resolution proceeds.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (7)
Redevelopment Commission - Oct 14, 2026
An upset bid came in on the Mechanic Street property at the request of Agape Adams. The commission was to accept or reject the bid resolution — no outcome is known.
Board of Aldermen - Oct 13, 2026
The board was scheduled to consider resolutions approving the sale of ten tax parcels and surplus properties across the city, returning them to the tax rolls and private hands.
Board of Aldermen - Sep 8, 2026
The board was scheduled to consider selling five city-owned lots: 1407 Lincoln Street, 1503 Garden Street, 703 W B Street, 1103 Biddle Street and 1131 H Street, plus a deed with Habitat for Humanity for 2208 Hartford Avenue.
Redevelopment Commission - Apr 8, 2026
Four properties — 606 White Street, 828 Eubanks Street, 1129 H Street, and 1135 H Street — were scheduled for review as sales completed through the upset bid process.
Redevelopment Commission - Feb 11, 2026
Two workgroups were scheduled to discuss how the commission sells and markets vacant lots — including revising purchasing conditions and adding signage. These choices affect who can buy redevelopment land and on what terms.
Board of Aldermen - Feb 10, 2026
The city was set to consider selling four properties — one on Hartford Avenue and three on Main Street — returning them to private use.
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