ESC, city to discuss plans for old hospital property

ESC, city to discuss plans for old hospital property

The Economic Security Corporation has purchased the long-vacant former hospital building at 2008 S. Sergeant Ave. and is working with the city of Joplin to demolish the existing building and build affordable low-income housing at the location.

Council to discuss agreement with ESC leading to duplexes at 20th and Sergeant – Newstalk KZRG

The Joplin City Council meets Monday night. Members will be asked to authorize to with the Economic Security Corporation (ESC) for the purpose of cooperation in the provision of affordable housing; and authorizing the City Manager to execute the same by and on behalf of the City of Joplin. The ESC has bought the former hospital building at 2008 S. Sergeant and has plans to demolish the building with city assistance and work with Habitat for Huma…