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City Council Approves New Ordinance to Address Mold in Rental Properties
The city council approved first reading of an ordinance (1469) to amend the property maintenance code to address mold. The ordinance will require proper treatment and remediation of mold, following industry-approved standards (ICRC/NP guidelines) which categorize mold issues into tiers. This addresses a gap in the current code, which previously lacked specific provisions for mold. The aim is to ensure safe and healthy housing conditions for residents, particularly in older housing stock built before 1978 where lead and mold are common concerns.
City Council Addresses Zoning, Public Safety, and Community Development Issues
The city council voted to approve first reading of ordinance 1466, which rezones a property at 424 South Mansfield from PMD to General Corridor. This rezoning makes the existing True Community Credit Union use legally conforming. The council also discussed the potential loss of industrial job opportunities but ultimately moved forward with the rezoning, which aligns with adjacent General Corridor properties and the city's master plan for a mixed-use corridor. Additionally, the council approved ordinance 1467 on first reading, amending zoning to allow walk-up windows and curbside services for all businesses, expanding accessibility. Several other ordinances related to dangerous buildings and property maintenance were also approved on first reading, including measures to address mold and enforce compliance, with some discussion on engaging landlords and ensuring equitable enforcement. A resolution to establish government-to-government outreach with tribal nations (180) was amended and passed, emphasizing relationship building and respect. The council also supported the WCC millage renewal and approved an MOU for sharps container installation. Discussions occurred regarding the towing contract (tabled for review), the Freight House fee schedule (postponed), and the Frazer/Dale Street encampment (postponed indefinitely in favor of a task force approach).
City Council Approves Sweeping Changes to Property Maintenance and Tenant Safety Ordinances
The city council considered significant amendments to the Certificate of Compliance ordinances, aiming to improve property maintenance, tenant safety, and landlord accountability. Key changes include expanding the definition of a dangerous building, requiring agents for out-of-county owners to reside locally, defining rental property terms, adding criminal penalties for threatening code officials, making lying to the city a misdemeanor, and requiring annual renewals for certificates for buildings over eight units. The ordinance also introduces lead clearance requirements, prohibits renewing leases without a certificate, adds tenant disclosures, and allows for revoking a landlord's ability to operate for up to 24 months for serious violations, with a tenant escrow requirement for rent during non-compliance periods. The ordinance also shortens the certificate period from two years to one year for properties over two units.
City Council Directs Staff to Initiate Relationship Building with Tribal Nations
The city council passed a resolution (180) directing city staff to initiate government-to-government outreach and relationship building with tribal nations historically connected to the Iselani area. This effort aims to inform future initiatives for acknowledging and honoring indigenous history, heritage, and connection to the land, moving beyond project-specific consultations to a more sustained, respectful, and collaborative approach. The resolution emphasizes humility, respect, authenticity, and a willingness to listen and learn from tribal nations.
City Council Approves Social District Licenses for Two Establishments
The council approved resolutions to grant social district licenses to two establishments: Mexican Cantina at 36 Cross Street and Sidebar at East Cross Street. This allows these businesses to serve alcohol within a designated social district area. The council also discussed the ongoing issue of property boundaries with the thrift shop and plaza on Cross Street, noting that the DBA is working with the business owner on potential solutions.
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