City to consider legal options with Motown

The Vandalia City Council decided on Monday to consider its legal options against a Michigan-based firm that says it wants to build a $300-million sports and entertainement complex.

Alderman Mike Hobler suggested the city consider legal action against Motown Technology because it has failed to make good on a $17,500 bad check, and has also failed to respond to phone calls and e-mails.

Alderman Larry Bennett agreed, saying the city has been "more than fair" in its dealings with Motown.

The council supported Mayor Rick Gottman’s suggestion that the matter be turned over to the city’s legal counsel, Burnside, Johnston, Sheafor and Kelly, to see what its legal options are.

For the full story, see this week’s issue of The Leader-Union.