Kikendall Cabin auction now active

Snohomish city officials launched an auction this week for the historic Kikendall Cabin, urging serious bidders to relocate the structure by midday on October 31. The City Council approved the surplus plan last month, citing the cabin's status as a legal liability as a primary motivator for the auction. If no suitable bids are received, the city plans to dismantle the cabin, which is located on a hill near Second Street and Pine Avenue, previously part of the city's pioneer cemetery. Interested parties can reach out to Siobhan Waltman, the Public Works Project Coordinator, to ask questions or seek clarification. A legal notice detailing the requirements for bidders was published in the Tribune and can also be accessed online under "Legal Notices.

" This move reflects the city's commitment to managing its liabilities while preserving local history. The cabin stands as a significant historical landmark, and its fate now rests in the hands of potential bidders. The auction's outcome could influence future decisions about preserving other historical structures in the area.