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City of Reading Agenda Packet 2026-05-26

City moves to sell Mount Penn parcel to Norfolk Southern

$10,000.00City of ReadingNORFOLK SOUTHERN RAILWAY COMPANYMay 26, 2026

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Description

Reading City Council is considering an ordinance to authorize sale of a 0.3-acre unimproved parcel on Mount Penn to Norfolk Southern Railway Company for at least $10,000 under a detailed option agreement. The land will support a microwave tower and includes a one-year option term with potential extension and defined closing conditions.

Contract Details

Contract Amount

$10,000.00

Vendor

NORFOLK SOUTHERN RAILWAY COMPANY

Agency

City of Reading, PA

Contract Type

FACILITIES

Document Date

May 26, 2026

Contract Term

Option Agreement: initial 1-year option period with right to extend for an additional 1 year for $1,000; sale closing within 180 days of exercise

Renewal Date

2027-11-04

Renewal Info

Option Agreement grants a one-year exclusive option to purchase with an additional one-year extension available upon $1,000 payment; if exercised, the option converts into a sales contract with closing within 180 days.

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