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Council directs clerk to seek demolition estimates for fire‑damaged 117 Busch Ave
Summary
After investigators returned the property to its owner, council asked Public Works to fence 117 Busch Ave for safety and directed the clerk to contact owner Mary O'Reilly and obtain demolition estimates.
Councilors discussed a fire‑damaged structure at 117 Busch Ave and agreed on immediate safety and follow‑up steps.
Mayor Jill Behnke read from correspondence including a letter from the fire department stating that, as of Oct. 7, state and county investigators and the Center City Fire Department had completed their inspections and the property was handed back to the owner to proceed with demolition. City Attorney Ted Alliegro had also sent a letter to the owner notifying her that neighbors were concerned about the property condition and requesting a demolition timeline.
Council asked Public Works to install snow fence around the structure for public safety and voted to have Clerk Dana Miron call owner Mary O'Reilly and obtain demolition estimates. The motion passed unanimously. Council members emphasized the need for timely action to address safety concerns.
The council recorded no formal demolition contract at the meeting; the action directs staff to gather estimates and contact the owner. Follow‑up is assigned to the clerk and Public Works.
