The Clinton City Council Wednesday night discussed the acquisition of property at 611 North Quincy Street.

The property was the topic of conversation a few years ago and had been neglected for some time. Commissioner Dan Ballenger wondered what the intention of the city was for the property and which parcel of land it actually was. City Attorney John Hoblit explains they have demolished the house and are looking to recoup the costs of that.

Mayor Roger Cyrulik explains the goal is to not only recoup money from the demolition but to get something built on the land for tax purposes.

The Council approved the purchase of the property on a 4-0 vote.