The Aberdeen City Council approved the annexation of two parcels of land that came attached with county liquor licenses. However, the owner of the property Stacy Gossman sought to withdrawl his request because he lost investors in the project.
Aberdeen City Attorney Ron Wager wanted to approve the request to establish a record, but Gossman did not have to act following city action. Wager explained further…
Wager said if the council passed the annexation request Gossman could simply not act and walk away. This would essentially mean his annexation request would be denied and he could return seeking another annexation at a later date…
There were two no votes on the matter including that of Councilman David Novstrop…