Columbus Regional Health has scheduled a public auction to coordinate the sale of the remaining contents of the former Clarion Hotel and Conference Center. Kelsey DeClue, hospital spokeswoman, says that a public auction will take place Sept. 16th at 9:30 a.m. at the former hotel. The auction will be conducted by Earl’s Auction Company.

Last month, Columbus Regional Health acquired the foreclosed facility and surrounding property from German American Capital Corporation following a Sherriff’s Sale. Since then, DeClue says that Columbus Regional Health has been working with the Bartholomew County Historical Society to secure new use for some of hotel contents with historical and architectural significance, as well as working with area non-profits to donate hundreds of items, ranging from furniture and appliances to office supplies.

CRH says that plans continue to evolve for the 22-acre property on , located on State Road 46 West near the Interstate 65 exchange. DeClue says the building is scheduled to be demolished before the end of the year. Prior to demolition, however, she says that the hospital will coordinate with local law enforcement and fire and rescue departments to loan the facility for training exercises.

CRH added that future plans for the property have yet to be finalized.