The last time the city bought one was in 1986.

The city and state bought the island from the federal government for $1 three years ago.

But first, the city must buy the land, which is expected to cost taxpayers up to $450 million.

In 1986 the city bought those parts of the lines that were not already under its control.

In 1987, the city of Seattle bought the land and turned it into a park.

They would now like to see the city buy the hotel and turn it over to a nonprofit group.

They are expected to last about six months, he said, and when the supply is exhausted, the city will buy more.

She knew the city had bought this, and others, on the cheap.

The city bought and renovated the house in the mid-1970s.

What might make many owners happy is if the state or city bought their wetlands.