April 6, 2021
Galesburg Aldermen once again gave authorization to move forward a list of properties to be demolished at their Monday meeting on April 5th. City Manager Todd Thompson says property owners have been made aware of the problems with their buildings. There was no response from any of the owners included in last night’s list. If it does come to demolition for these properties- the cost would be paid for out of the Property Redevelopment fund. There are estimates for specific properties but if they were leveled the cost would be around $50,000. Properties in question include residents on Liberty, South, South Broad, and accessory buildings on North Pleasant, and South Henderson. Steps before demo now include a title search for any other parties with ownership, and then the city will pursue legal steps for demolition. Then staff will draft demo specs and the work will be bid out.