TO: Mayor Colvin and Members of City Council
THRU: Lachelle H. Pulliam, City Attorney
FROM: Kecia N. Parker, NCCP, Real Estate Manager
DATE: November 24, 2025
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Adopt Resolution of the Fayetteville City Council Authorizing the City Manager to Acquire the Real Property Located at 920 and 922 Washington Drive
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COUNCIL DISTRICT(S):
Council District(s)
2
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Relationship To Strategic Plan:
Goal 4: Desirable Place to Live, Work, and Recreate
Executive Summary:
Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks & Recreation has identified the need to purchase the property located at 920 and 922 Washington Drive for needed parking to be utilized by the Senior Center East. The Parks and Recreation General Obligation Bond will be utilized to cover the total costs of $18,805.64 for the purchase.
On August 25, 2025, staff presented to the City Council a briefing on the due diligence activities required prior to acquiring the two lots. These activities have now been completed and include:
• In house appraisal confirming market value;
• Environmental site assessment, with no concerns raised for the proposed use of the lot; and
• Title search, confirming clear ownership.
All findings support the City's interest in proceeding with property acquisition.
The parcels are owned by George Simmons and the combined purchase price for the two lots is $18,750.00.
To proceed with the acquisition, the City Council is asked to adopt the attached Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute all necessary documents to finalize the purchase of the property.
Background:
Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks & Recreation has identified two lots located at 920 and 922 Washington Drive as a proposed overflow parking lot for the Senior Center East.
In March 2016, Fayetteville voters passed a $35 million bond referendum for parks and recreation. On August 25, 2025, City staff briefed City Council about the lots and outlined the due diligence process. The Council’s consensus was that purchasing the two parcels is a fiscally responsible investment aligned with both current and long-term operational needs.
As part of the acquisition process, staff completed the following:
• Title Search - Confirmed a clear title to the property;
• In house appraisal - Validated the purchase price against market value; and,
• Phase I Environmental Site Assessment - Found no environmental concerns if the parcel is utilized for the proposed parking lot.
This purchase aligns with the City of Fayetteville Goal 4, objective 4.4 to provide a clean and beautiful community with increased green spaces.
Issues/Analysis:
Property Acquisition Cost Breakdown - Senior Center East Overflow Parking
• Purchase Price (as negotiated): $18,750.00
• Additional Costs: $55.64
o Property Taxes: $29.64
o Recording Fees: $26.00
Budget Impact:
The budget will be funded from the Parks and Recreation General Obligation Bond.
Options:
• Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute all related documents necessary to acquire the parcel.
• Deny the request.
Recommended Action::Recommended Action
Staff recommends that the City Council proceed with acquisition and adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute all related documents necessary to acquire the parcel.
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Attachments:
GIS Map for 920 and 922 Washington Drive
Resolution for Purchase of 920 and 922 Washington Drive