12/4/12- Howell City Council continues to discuss ways to better regulate blighted properties in the community.
Members spent the majority of last nightâs regular meeting going through a list of faults with properties that need to be acknowledged in the cityâs Blight Ordinance. These issues range from deterioration and yard maintenance to unfinished construction projects. Mayor Phillip Campbell says the reason for increased issues with blight in the city is due to the fact that fixing up the house isn't a homeowner's top priority in this economy. Council will continue to fine tune the wording and motives of the updated Blight Ordinance until it meets the needs of the city. Members believe that the ordinance will be easier to enforce when the amendments are complete. (SO)
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