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After missing LCDBG cycle, Crowley to resume demolitions for condemned properties and step up code enforcement
Summary
Council heard that the city missed the current LCDBG demolition cycle and decided not to wait for the next grant: condemned properties will be demolished or the city will hire contractors and place costs on property tax rolls; code enforcement will increase proactive inspections for tall grass and junk vehicles.
Mayor Chad Munso and city staff told council the city missed the current LCDBG cycle for a blight demolition program because an existing public‑facilities grant prevented a concurrent LCDBG application. Administration said the city had delayed some demolitions while pursuing the grant but will not delay further.
Tim Mader and attorney Landry explained that the LCDBG application deadline was missed because the city's ongoing public‑facilities project had not closed; that project used funds to replace a gravity…
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