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Resident raises long-standing nuisance concerns about nearby properties; staff offered follow-up
Summary
A Terre Haute resident, Sherry Creasy, described persistent nuisance issues — including pigs, an abandoned dog-occupied home and a burned property — and provided photos and addresses for staff follow-up.
During the public-comment period, Sherry Creasy, a Terre Haute resident, urged county officials to address neighborhood nuisance and public-health concerns caused by nearby properties.
Creasy, who identified her address as 935 South DuPont Place, told commissioners she had ongoing issues in her area and has previously discussed taxes and property conditions with county staff. She described three concerns: people keeping pot-bellied pigs that become obese and remain in yards; an abandoned home where dogs are living; and a burned structure that has stood untouched for about 10 years. “These are big things,” she said, explaining the problems depress nearby property values and present health issues.
Commissioners thanked her for bringing the information and asked her to leave the addresses and photographs with county staff for follow-up. Creasy said she would provide the materials.
Ending: Staff asked Creasy to meet after the meeting and provide contact information and documentation so building and code staff can examine the locations. The item was recorded as public comment; no formal action or vote was taken.
