The city of Mt. Carmel has closed the purchased the purchase of the Little Egypt Arts Center at 500 and 502 Market Street. The city purchased the buildings from John Clancy for $15,000 and the transaction was finalized yesterday.
Mayor Joe Judge said Clancy has until June 16th to vacate the property. Judge said an asbestos inspector was due on the scene today as the city will move with the demolition of the 502 Market Street building. Previously, the mayor had said the 500 Market Street will be renovated and turned into retail space.
