Demolition of blighted and fire-damaged properties
Summary
Eight dilapidated houses and garages around the city will be torn down, with bids awarded mostly to Stemaly Excavating, pending final legal sign-off.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 26, 2026.
Impact analysis
The eight demolitions total about $54,000 combined.
Neighbors of the blighted properties see safer, cleaner blocks.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board Of Public Safety - Aug 26, 2026
Five houses — three fire-damaged — are headed for demolition bids, and three emergency demolitions were ratified, including a house with a collapsing foundation on Washington Avenue. This is part of the city's ongoing effort to clear dangerous structures.
Board Of Public Safety - Jul 8, 2026
Eight dilapidated houses and garages around the city will be torn down, with bids awarded mostly to Stemaly Excavating, pending final legal sign-off.
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