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Resident raises concerns about four long‑vacant houses and wildlife on Winston Street
Summary
A resident who identified herself at the podium as Laura Smith said four houses on Winston Street have been abandoned for three to four years, reported animal problems (foxes) on porches, and asked how long code enforcement takes to resolve such properties.
At the public forum portion of the meeting a resident who identified herself as Laura Smith raised concerns about four long‑vacant houses on Winston Street that she said have been abandoned for about three to four years.
Laura Smith provided addresses and said she had previously spoken with Josh Parks, who told her there was a 60‑day timeframe to act. She said the properties are attracting animals, including foxes, and asked the council how long enforcement or remedial action typically takes.
The council and staff did not provide immediate case‑specific timelines during the public comment period. The clerk recorded the public comment and staff follow‑up would typically be handled through code enforcement processes after the meeting, the council indicated.
