Speaker 3 moved the board to begin a lease process to allow the Abby Center to occupy office space in a county-owned building. The motion, which set a per-room basis of $8.50 and a monthly rent figure discussed as $808.50, was seconded and approved by voice vote.

The board’s discussion focused on logistics for the space and modest remodel work. Speaker 3 said the space under consideration is one room within the building and estimated the material cost for necessary alterations would be “way less than $2,000,” adding that she hoped the Abby Center would pick up half of the material costs. Speaker 2 noted that the assessor would perform a partial assessment and recommended a formal motion so staff could prepare a draft contract and lease.

Board members agreed the tenant would not necessarily move in immediately; Speaker 3 indicated an expected window of March or April for occupancy but declined to be pinned to a firm date. The motion directs staff to prepare lease paperwork reflecting the agreed terms and the board signaled support to proceed.

Next steps: staff will draft a lease and contract for board review and the assessor’s partial assessment will be completed before final occupancy is confirmed.