The purchase would create a linear park system through the city, says City Manager JohnSzerlag.

Bond money would be used to purchase the parcel through a negotiated purchase agreement.

The church wants to sell the property because it has been ruled as a wetlands, and is unsuitable for any type of building or construction. The city council may make its decision at the next public meeting this month.

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