Tell City Approves Demolition of Former Senior Center Site
The Tell City Board of Public Works voted to approve the low bid for demolition and site clearing of the former senior citizens building at 1301 11th Street, advancing the citys removal and reuse planning for the property. The decision, announced after a Nov. 17 meeting and reported by Perry County News on Nov. 20, matters to residents because it clears the way for future uses and addresses safety and maintenance concerns in a central neighborhood.
The Tell City Board of Public Works moved forward with plans to demolish the former senior citizens building at 1301 11th Street during its Nov. 17 meeting, according to a Perry County News report published Nov. 20, 2025. The board approved the lowest of three bids for demolition and concrete removal after Parks & Recreation Department head Steve Parker solicited and presented the quotes.
The approved bid covers demolition of the structure and site clearing, which are part of the citys broader removal and reuse planning for the parcel. City officials have framed the action as a preparatory step, intended to eliminate a deteriorating structure and ready the site for whatever reuse the community and city planners determine appropriate. The Perry County News account credited reporter Rafe Garrett for the original coverage.
For residents, the decision addresses immediate concerns about safety, blight, and municipal maintenance costs. Clearing the building can reduce hazards associated with vacant structures, including potential weather damage and unauthorized access, while also making the lot available for community driven redevelopment or public amenities. The choice to accept the lowest bid may also reflect the boards attention to fiscal stewardship of municipal funds, though the board has not released further details on timelines or proposed future uses as of the report.
The move will likely prompt follow up steps at the municipal level, including finalizing contracts, scheduling demolition work, and advancing planning conversations about the lots next use. Community stakeholders, neighborhood groups, and local officials will play a role in shaping those plans, and residents interested in the parcels future should watch upcoming public meetings and announcements from the citys planning and Parks & Recreation departments.
The decision closes one chapter for 1301 11th Street while opening a new phase in Tell Citys efforts to manage public property and imagine reuse options that serve local needs.
