City to Purchase the Old National Guard Armory

June 30, 2021

The Malta City Council approved a motion to purchase the Old National Guard Armory on the South Side of Malta. Photo by Mark Foss.

During the City Council meeting on Tuesday, June 22, the Malta City Council gave the go-ahead to put in motion the acquisition of the old National Guard Armory with a unanimous vote.

Mayor Demarais told the council that there is ARPA money, or "Covid money" that will be available to the city for the purchase of buildings that can become the new city emergency building if and when it would be needed.

Demarais said, "I think this building would be a win/win for the city."

Councilperson Weiderrick added, "I think it could be a great venue for weddings and banquets. And it would save the old gy...

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