The Grand Island Independent City Administrator Marlan Ferguson thinks old City Hall doesn't look so good. The Independent City Administrator Marlan Ferguson thinks old City Hall doesn't look so good.
Windows are in bad shape.
Ferguson asked if the authority could partner with the city to make the 1940 art-deco building more presentable to developers. That might mean removing asbestos, replacing windows or assessing needed improvements. CRA Chairman John Schultz said the authority is in the position to help. It previously assisted with marketing efforts by notifying developers that tax credits were available to restore the three-story building. CRA member John Brownell said tax credits are nice, but many developers would likely prefer a clean building.