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East Bethel to study 'crime‑free' ordinance after property complaints; staff to consult Grand Rapids and League
Summary
Council discussed whether to pursue a crime‑free community ordinance to give law enforcement additional tools for problem properties, heard legal risk warnings about potential civil‑rights challenges, and asked staff to consult Grand Rapids and the League of Minnesota Cities for models and guidance.
The East Bethel City Council on June 23 discussed whether to explore a crime‑free community ordinance after recent complaints about nuisance properties that included junk vehicles, blight and unauthorized occupants.
City staff explained that existing nuisance ordinances are complaint‑driven and that a…
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