City Council Special Called Meeting - November 2nd 2026

Shelbyville City Council special-called meeting, held November 2, 2026 (the transcript’s opening identifies the meeting as Monday, November 2), focused on acquiring two properties at 206–208 Madison Street to protect the city’s flume and related drainage infrastructure. After discussion of demolition costs, liability, and the owners’ initial $425,000 asking price, the council made a $250,000 offer that would have placed demolition costs and liability on the city. The owners countered at $300,000, with the city handling demolition and taking responsibility for associated liability; the council voted unanimously to accept the counteroffer. The agreed terms include removing at least the building’s southeast portion by November 9 to accommodate the owners’ sign, with the city seeking to complete the demolition and close the purchase promptly. A staff estimate of about $175,000 for demolition and risk was discussed, as was a reported land tax appraisal of about $250,000; no demolition contractor was selected or contract awarded at the meeting.