New space for Mahoning County area courts?


YOUNGSTOWN — The Mahoning County commissioners have voted to advertise for bids for the lease or purchase of space for the county’s area courts in Austintown, Canfield and Boardman.

Also to be considered is leasing with an option to purchase. Bids will be opened at 2 p.m. Jan. 7, in the county purchasing office.

James Fortunato, county purchasing director, said the county seeks a 10-year commitment with an option to renew for any leased space.

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