ROSWELL NEW MEXICO
AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT
AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT
Item No. 11.
Regular City Council Meeting
- Meeting Date:
- 06/12/2025
COMMITTEE:
Legal
CONTACT:
Hessel Yntema
CHAIR:
Ed Heldenbrand
ACTION REQUESTED:
Resolution 25-26: Condemnations - The adoption of Resolution 25-26 requires the removal or demolition of two dilapidated structures. (Heldenbrand/Franco)
BACKGROUND:
Initiated by: Toby Franco
These structures constitute a public nuisance harmful to the public health, safety, and general welfare.
These structures constitute a public nuisance harmful to the public health, safety, and general welfare.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATION
Resolution and notice will be served to owners requiring action within fifteen (15) days. Demolition by the City will proceed if no action is taken and a lien will be placed on the property for cost ranging from $3,000 to $30,000 for each property for removal.
LEGAL REVIEW:
The City Attorney has reviewed the current resolution. Resolutions must be adopted by a majority vote of the entire City Council.
BOARD AND COMMITTEE ACTION:
The Public Safety Committee on May 13, 2025 meeting recommended this be sent to Legal Committee. The Legal Committee recommended (5-0) approval at their meeting on May 22, 2025.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Proceed as presented.