Justin Heinley, the court‑appointed receiver for Governor Square, briefed Harrisburg City Council on Oct. 28 on the property’s condition and recovery steps since the receivership began.

“Our operating account has $52,000 in it,” Heinley said, adding that delinquency has fallen from greater than 50% to about 25%. He described immediate repairs addressing leaks, mold, heat, inoperable appliances, smoke detection and boarded properties to deter crime and preserve salvageable units.

Heinley said five renovated units will be ready for occupancy in November and the receiver has a waiting list of roughly 10 people interested in returning. He said the team has pursued operating fund grants, engaged local partners — including CareerLink and local trades programs — and issued quotes to replace lighting with LED fixtures to improve safety and reduce operating costs.

Heinley outlined near‑term milestones: a full walk‑through of 218 units by December for budgeting and a community‑wide project plan in January, with a final receiver report and action plan expected in February. He told council the recovery work so far required no city funds.

Council members and staff thanked Heinley for the update and requested a fuller, less time‑compressed presentation at a future meeting so council and the public could review details.