Norbertines say deal has been reached to sell Monona friary

MONONA, Wis. (AP) — Saint Norbert Abbey said it has made a deal to sell the San Damiano Friary, a historic property on Lake Monona, to the city of Monona, which hopes to preserve the green space for the the public.

The parties began discussing a sale of the 10-acre parcel at 4123 Monona Drive earlier this year. The city’s agreement to buy it for $8.6 million was approved unanimously by the Monona City Council on Tuesday, the Wisconsin State Journal reported.

The Norbertines said they also need to seek the approval of the Vatican.

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Ken Notes: This is an amazing property, I wonder the the building could be used as a bed and breakfast or restaurant? The lake front is amazing...