Citing space concerns and crowded conditions, Wright City officials are considering a new location for city hall. “It (city hall) is getting crowded,” Mayor Dave Heiliger told The Record. “With all the paperwork in storage, space is becoming more and more of an issue, and the police department is busting at the seams.” “We are really cramped for space,” said Police Chief Doug Saulters. “There’s not enough offices for our employees, people are doubled up, our records space and our evidence room are really small. We’re just getting too big. We need a new facility.” The board of aldermen last week authorized Mayor Dave Heiliger to investigate purchasing the old Rite Sole building on West Second Street across from Fire Station 1. Ned Stanley, St. Louis, is the owner of the building.He spoke to the board at its April 11 meeting to determine if the city would be interested in purchasing the property. “I don’t want to tear it down,” he stated, adding that he could make the city “an attractive offer” to purchase the building. “I would be willing to explore any possibility,” Stanley added. “I just think it would be a real opportunity for Wright City if there is some interest. “If there is not interest, I’ll pursue other avenues,” he added. “I wouldn’t say there’s no interest,” Heiliger responded. “I think we would be willing to sit down and talk about it.” However, the mayor pointed out that Wright City’s budget “is very, very tight,” noting that the city would need funding assistance in the form of a grant or financing to be able to make the purchase. Heiliger is scheduled to meet with Stanley next week to discuss the matter. “I think it’s something we’ve got to look at,” Heiliger stated. “There are several things we might be able to do. “Ned has been such a great businessman and such a good advocate for Wright City,” Heiliger continued. “When he offers something like this, I think we’ve at least got to listen to what he’s got to say.” Stanley and his father ran several businesses in Wright City. Heiliger did point out that the building itself would need repairs to make it a usable space. “Part of the roof is caved in,” Heiliger remarked. “It’s not in the best of shape.” Stanley agreed the structure would need “modernization and cleanup” work before it could be used. The current location of city hall at 203 Veterans Memorial Parkway formerly was an IGA grocery store. City offices have been in that location since 1996, according to Karen Girondo, city treasurer and economic development director.