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466Works Board Member, Phil Byrd, suggested that TIF dollars be used to offset the <br />costs of the construction for the capital project. Many homes along the street would need <br />to be bought and demolished in order to widen the road. <br />Charles Loeser, 466Works Board Member, also suggested condemnation orders as an <br />opportunity to retrieve properties. <br />Councilmember Tim Scott explained that he is strongly opposed to eminent domain, and <br />several Councilmembers echoed his concerns. <br />466Works Board Member, Charlotte Pfeiffer cited the issue as another example of poor <br />follow through in regard to planning and development on the City's behalf. <br />Councilmember Tim Scott suggested the County's Tax Sale as an opportunity for the <br />CDC to purchase vacant lots and properties surrounding the school. <br />David Ziker, 466Works Board Member, mentioned many of the lots are on the tax sale <br />but not being purchased. <br />Councilmember Tim Scott shared the County will often bundle and donate properties to <br />non - profit agencies, so 466Works would be eligible receive a donation. He suggested that <br />the Board follow up with Mitch Heppenheimer, County Attorney. <br />Next, the tour stopped at the intersection of Fellows St. and Columbia where Pastor <br />Taylor pointed out several large parcels of overgrown, unkempt City -owned properties. <br />Pastor Taylor argued the City Administration maintains a double standard in regard to <br />how it cares for its property in contrast to harsh penalties incurred by home owners for <br />minor offenses. Code Enforcement, he says, cites the people and organizations that are <br />able to pay the penalties to drive revenue, but does not cite equitably throughout the <br />neighborhood. <br />466Works Member Eugene Hale directed Council's attention to the nearest street lights <br />on the block which were nearly a block apart and non - functional. The Board Members <br />shared their concerns regarding safety after dark in the neighborhood — especially for <br />nearby children and youth. <br />Councilmember Tim Scott shared that non - functional street lights could be reported to <br />AEP by calling the contact number of the tag attached to the light pole, or on the City <br />website. <br />Chairperson White suggested that Council share the website link with 466Works <br />members. <br />The last stop was at Ravina Park where Pastor Taylor highlighted the necessity of public <br />investment to offer youth the opportunity to have a productive outlet. Ravina Park serves <br />a major neighborhood node for recreational and cultural activity. <br />0 <br />