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Consideration to approve the demolition of the vacant apartment structure at 15 Oxbo Road
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Action Required:
Vote
Description:
This is a request to proceed with the demolition of the vacant apartment complex at 15 Oxbo Road. The removal of the structure will reduce the Citys liability and eliminate the opportunity for vandalism and stem community blight. Demolition will also support the Citys ultimate goal to realign Oxbo Road thereby increasing connectivity and reducing the number of accidents in the area. These are several of the objectives to be achieved through the use of City's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds used to purchase the structure and property.
To proceed will require an Environmental Review of the interior of the structure for Asbestosis and Lead Based Paint and then a formal request for Bids.
Staff recommends approval to proceed with environmental review and proceed with the bid process for the demolition of the vacant apartment structure at 15 Oxbo Road. Funding for the demolition requires a budget transfer from project number 09NON002, Capital Contingency, for up to $128,000.
Comments:
Approval of budget amendment will move $128,000 from Cost Center 1585CP, Account # 579002, Project Number 09NON002 (Capital Contingency) to Cost Center 4210CP, Account # 541415, Project Number 09TRA020 (Oxbo Road Realignment).