California Record
Banning
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Sale or Lease of Surplus City-Owned Properties

Summary

The city owns about $5.2 million in surplus land, including the old San Gorgonio Inn site at 150 E. Ramsey valued at $2.14 million. Council wants to market these for sale — possibly with conditions requiring buyers to build — though some members prefer leases for downtown parcels.

At a glance

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Last discussed May 14, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Could bring roughly $5.2 million in one-time revenue to restore reserves.

✅Who benefits

The city's reserves and, if developed, downtown revitalization.

⚠️Who could be affected

None identified, though buyers of vacant lots sitting undeveloped could stall revitalization.

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