Red Lion Renton WA: $36M County Buy, Waste?
King County's $36.2 Million Red Lion Hotel Acquisition Faces Scrutiny King County's recent $36.2 million purchase of the vacant Red Lion Hotel in Renton has sparked controversy. The county continues to pay a $330,750 monthly lease despite the hotel's emptiness, raising questions about transparency and the effective use of taxpayer funds. This lack of clarity surrounding the acquisition's rationale and projected costs fuels public concern. The Empty Hotel: A $330,750 Monthly Lease and Unclear Plans The core issue is simple: King County now owns a largely damaged, vacant hotel for a substantial sum, while simultaneously incurring significant ongoing lease payments....