Serving O'Brien & Clay Counties

Downtown Hartley building to get demolished

City council agrees to tear down Create A Craft building, back garage for $51,425

The Hartley City Council on Monday moved forward with plans to demolish a dilapidated downtown building.

The council approved a bid from Site Services for asbestos abatement at 170 S Central Ave. for $15,860. Also approved was a demolition bid from Schmillen Construction worth $51,425, which includes the garage east of the building in the alleyway.

"The deteriorating condition of the building has been a serious concern to the council, especially given the proximity to operating businesses on both sides of the building," City Administrator Erica Haack said after the meeting.

The building former...