Update on Elephant Rock Property!

A draft appraisal and best use report was submitted to the Town, and it is posted in supporting documents below.

Three concept developments were presented to the Board of Trustees and Planning Commission members. The recording can be found at the link below. The groups will be invited to present their development financial data to the Board on August 11 at 7p following the regular Board meeting. Please note this property is zoned Planned Unit Development (PUD); thus, all details of further development will go before the Planning Commission for recommendation to the Board of Trustees as a PUD amendment.

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Thank you for sharing your ideas for the 28-acre elephant rock property! 

The Town Board reviewed the input for the 28-acre property known as Elephant Rock (formerly Living Word Church property), located along Hwy 105, earlier this year.

Posted here are the public suggestions as well as a summary of the Board member responses to the same question.

The property consists of 28 acres and the following structures -

• Main building has approximately 13,000 sq ft consisting of a complete commercial kitchen, sanctuary, and several dormitory style /office rooms (full utilities).
• Gymnasium consists of a ½ court and lounge area (electric only).
• Tool shed has room for storage of all maintenance equipment (electric only).
• Residence is a full living space (full utilities).
• Chapel/meeting area is approximately 24’ x 75’ (electric only).
• Plus 8 outbuildings (former cabins, uninhabitable).
• Pool house with outdoor in-ground pool has extensive damage.

Prior to the Town acceptance of the property, water lines were damaged including the boiler heating system. The Town replaced water lines through the sanctuary of the main building, realizing additional funds are required to repair the entire system. Work ceased and the main building was closed and secured; however, structures continue to be vandalized. Although the property is covered by Town insurance, the structures do not comply to code requirements, the area is unsafe and not recommended for public use as it is. 

Per the direction of the Board of Trustees, the property is currently being appraised for a value and highest and best use. While the appraisal work is taking place, the Board has directed Town staff to advertise a request for proposal for a concept development plan to be considered by the Board for a long term lease. There is no intent to sell the property.

As this work develops and proposals are received, the Town Board will schedule workshops and welcomes the public to attend to hear the concept plans for this property.

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