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July 23, 2019 · Item number:Item #9 Total cost: undisclosed

Weed abatement liens assessed on nuisance properties

City clears overgrown, blighted properties and recovers cleanup costs by placing liens on the affected parcels. Residents near problem sites benefit from neighborhood cleanup.

July 16, 2019 · Item number:Item #22 Total cost: undisclosed

City to remove inoperable vehicles as public nuisance

Abandoned or broken-down vehicles are declared public nuisances and will be removed; the cost gets charged to the vehicle owner. This clears blight from neighborhoods and improves community appearance.

July 16, 2019 · Item number:Item #59 Total cost: undisclosed

Building code enforcement rules amended

Changes to how the city enforces building and housing codes may affect inspection timelines, penalties, or compliance procedures for property owners and landlords.

July 16, 2019 · Item number:Item #54 Total cost: undisclosed

City declares 272 properties public nuisance for noxious weeds

Properties with dangerous weeds become subject to city abatement; owners have opportunity to clear them before the city acts. Unaddressed blight on 272 parcels can spread disease vectors and reduce neighborhood safety.

Land area: 272 parcels
July 16, 2019 · Item number:Item #43 Total cost: $7K

City assesses $6,950 demolition cost to Avenue H property

Unsafe building at 3022 Avenue H has been demolished; owner now billed for the full cost. Property owners in blighted areas should expect similar assessments when buildings are torn down for safety.

Land area: 1 parcel
July 16, 2019 · Item number:Item #35 Total cost: $8K

Emergency demolition: $7,770 special assessment at 1901 Bessemer Road

City demolished an unsafe building at 1901 Bessemer Road and is charging the property owner $7,769.92 to recover demolition costs. Property owners are responsible for unsafe structures; unpaid assessments become liens.

Land area: 1 parcel
July 16, 2019 · Item number:Item #21 Total cost: undisclosed

City removes inoperable vehicle as public nuisance

Abatement of abandoned vehicles clears neighborhood blight and improves street safety. Removal costs are charged to the vehicle's registered owner.

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