Levy special assessments on properties with unpaid fines and abatement costs
In Plain English
Some property owners owe the city money for code violations, cleanup costs, or foreclosure-related fines. The city wants to add these unpaid bills directly to property tax bills. If approved, these debts become liens that must be paid when the property is sold or transferred.
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Votes
Adopt Resolution No. 87-20
7 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
The city will now add unpaid bills from code violations, cleanup costs, and foreclosure fines directly to property tax bills for affected properties. This means property owners who owe the city money will see these debts included in their annual tax statement, and the debts become liens that must be paid when the property is sold or transferred. The council approved this collection method unanimously. This is a routine administrative measure that helps the city collect money it's already owed rather than creating new fees or taxes.
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