Apr 21, 2026Board meeting
City Council Housing and Economic Development Committee Committee Meeting
The committee meeting focused on the acquisition strategy for vacant and abandoned properties, including updates on the acquisition status, land management workflows, and staffing. Discussions covered legal proceedings, in rem activity, appraisal and abstractor contracting, and the implementation of efficiency measures within the development division. Additionally, the meeting reviewed the use of in rem heat maps to visualize acquisition targets and eligibility across various city council districts, as well as the impact of property assessments on acquisition strategies.