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Schroeder House Masonry Restoration Costs

Summary

The city is restoring two historic buildings at Schroeder House with a $1.7 million budget, with $1.5 million already spent buying and clearing the property. Two council members say that's millions spent on structures worth about $150,000 — but a 3-2 majority approved the next phase.

At a glance

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Last discussed May 19, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Funded from park development funds; total project budget is $1.7 million with $1.5 million already spent on acquisition and demolition.

✅Who benefits

Historic preservation supporters and future users of the restored buildings.

⚠️Who could be affected

Taxpayers concerned about the multi-million dollar investment relative to the buildings' appraised value.

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