Editor’s note: This article was modified from its original version to correct the vote threshold needed for passage of the referendum.
STUART — The historic Stuart Feed Store building in downtown, which houses the Stuart Heritage Museum, could be staying in its home for at least another 20 years. Voters in the primary election that ended Tuesday overwhelmingly approved a referendum to allow the city to enter into a long-term lease with the museum.
The city owns the building and property along the St. Lucie River. According to the City Charter, needs voter approval to enter into a lease of more than 10 years for waterfront property…