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Board raises alarm over abandoned 'zombie' properties, considers enforcement steps
Summary
Board members said several vacant properties are freezing, creating public-safety and maintenance concerns; they discussed identifying owners/mortgagees, bank notification, summons/fines and compiling a list for targeted enforcement.
Board members expressed concern about multiple abandoned properties in the village with frozen pipes and deferred maintenance. S2 and S1 reported efforts to identify owners and noted difficulties tracking mortgage holders where assignment systems obscure ownership; S1 said the village will compile a list and consider administrative actions.
Members discussed enforcement mechanics, including sending 'zombie property' notices, notifying banks, and pursuing summons or fines for noncompliance. S2 observed low response to prior outreach: "Matt did send zombie app you know, letters and applications to, like, 3 people, and not 1 of them sent us the $500 check." The board asked staff to assemble a list of abandoned properties, verify ownership records with the county deed office where possible and explore enforcement remedies under local code.
