Residents push back on city recommendations

Lease agreements to be considered on case-by-case basis

  • Former City Commissioner Allegra Kitchens speaks in favor of not selling numerous city buildings during a Palatka City Commission meeting Thursday evening.
    Former City Commissioner Allegra Kitchens speaks in favor of not selling numerous city buildings during a Palatka City Commission meeting Thursday evening.
  • The Tilghman House
    The Tilghman House
  • During a recess in Thursday night’s commission meeting, Commissioner Rufus Borom speaks to residents about the future of city buildings.
    During a recess in Thursday night’s commission meeting, Commissioner Rufus Borom speaks to residents about the future of city buildings.
  • The Bronson-Mulholland House
    The Bronson-Mulholland House
  • Palatka Community Affairs Director Eddie Cutwright and Facilities Maintenance Manager Justin Bridges discuss maintenance of city properties with commissioners at Thursday night’s meeting.
    Palatka Community Affairs Director Eddie Cutwright and Facilities Maintenance Manager Justin Bridges discuss maintenance of city properties with commissioners at Thursday night’s meeting.
The Palatka City Commission decided not to move forward with its plans for 10 properties after hearing from city employees and a large crowd of local residents Thursday evening. The properties…

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