November 20-21, 2003

ITEM 121-2702-R1103   Purchase of Real Property (2415 Elm Street); Montana State University-Billings

 

THAT: The Board of Regents of the Montana University System authorizes Montana State University-Billings to purchase the Billings property commonly referred to as 2415 Elm Street.

EXPLANATION: The property is within the area of purchase authorized by the Board of Regents in the previously approved Agenda Item entitled Authorization to Acquire Real Property; Montana State University-Billings. Revenue generated by MSU-Billings' rental properties would be utilized for the purchase; no state funds would be expended. According to Board Policy 1003.3, at least two independent appraisals have been secured to establish the purchase price. (Appraisals will be available for Board=s consideration.) The Board of Regents approves the purchase at a maximum amount equal to the highest appraised value.