Council accepts county tax-agent parcels for demolition or infill, totaling $1,572 in tax payments

Belleville aldermen voted Oct. 6 to accept parcels conveyed by the St. Clair County tax agent for demolition or possible infill, with an associated payment of $1,572 recorded to the city.

Alderman Rothweiler presented the Public Health and Housing Committee item identifying parcels (parcel numbers cited during the meeting) located at North Eleventh Street and other downtown lots identified by county parcel numbers. The motion specified that the parcels were accepted "for demolition and or possible infill solely." The council approved the motion by roll call.

No schedule for demolition, a developer for infill, or a detailed plan for reuse was provided in the meeting record. The motion and vote gave city staff authority to proceed with demolition or pursue infill options consistent with council policy and applicable code provisions.

Council members did not discuss funding sources or long-term maintenance responsibilities at the meeting; those details will require staff follow-up.