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The city is struggling with thousands of vacant, dilapidated properties that attract crime and blight. Council members are debating whether to add a small fee to utility bills to fund cleanup efforts or to cut other services to pay for it.
At a glance
Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 1 the 60 before.
A proposed 30-50 cent monthly solid waste fee increase could generate $300,000 to $500,000 annually for abatement.
Residents living near dilapidated properties and the general public through improved neighborhood safety and aesthetics.
Utility customers who would see a slight increase in their monthly bills.
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