The Land Bank outlined a county-run demolition grant program modeled on state practice, proposing roughly $100,000 available in year one and asking staff to draft application checklists, a scoring matrix and policy language for an August review meeting.

DeKalb County leaders announced a blight tax ordinance effective May 10 and a new blight task force to identify and push chronically neglected commercial properties toward remediation, saying the measure includes due-process protections and a dedicated fund for façade improvements funded by elevated millage on designated parcels.

Property owners seek input on future plans for 2613 house after recent acquisition.

Council considers a confidence resolution for Mayor while reviewing vacant properties status.

Cedar Rapids officials described a joint program with Linn County to use tax‑sale procedures, Chapter 657 court transfers and a 2023 enabling ordinance to move vacant, abandoned and tax‑delinquent parcels into nonprofit redevelopment. The city said it has acquired six properties since 2023 and disposed three to affordable‑housing groups.

Committee discusses potential amendments to fines on vacant properties in downtown Laredo.

Councilors authorize sale to promote rehabilitation and affordable housing at distressed property.

Residents assist in property cleanup leading to successful sale and new development.

Land Bank officials update county commissioners on property improvements and funding success.

Council discusses the blight status of a deteriorating building with homeless occupancy.

Board authorizes acquisitions using ARPA funds for various community development initiatives.