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Residents press Fostoria council to enforce vacant-property rules and clear sidewalks
Summary
Multiple residents urged the council to enforce chapter 13.07 standards and address sidewalk safety in downtown Fostoria, citing deteriorated houses on Cherry Street, debris and antifreeze concerns, and penalties of $200–$1,000 per day for violations.
Several residents used the public-comment period to press city officials to take stronger action on property maintenance and sidewalk safety in downtown Fostoria. Rebecca Kimball presented photos alleging extensive exterior deterioration at multiple properties on Cherry Street, identified owners by name, and urged enforcement under chapter 13.07 (registration of vacant buildings). She cited code language and penalties during her remarks: "Any persons who violates any provisions of this chapter . . . shall be guilty of a special misdemeanor and fine…
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