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<br />REVISED DRAFT JUNE 14APRIL 9, 2012 <br />Code <br />enforcement, if done proactively, can do a lot to prevent these areas from <br />further deterioration. <br /> <br />Actions and Initiatives <br />1)Encourage redevelopment in target areas through programs that target <br /> <br />lots that are abandoned or have recently demolished structures so that <br />those lots are put back onto the market and tax rolls. <br />2)Consider forming a target-area community investment program focused <br /> <br />on all infrastructure improvements (e.g., sidewalk installation in addition <br />to repair, driveway culvert cleaning and replacement, alley <br />improvements, tree trimming, parking restrictions, shielded street <br />lighting or other improved pedestrian lighting, added greenspace, <br />improved public streetscape/ landscape areas, new signage, etc.) within <br />at-risk neighborhoods. This would be an expansion of the current <br />program that provides dedicated funding for sidewalk repair and <br />maintenance. The purpose of this program is to provide a dedicated <br />source of annual funding for use in making infrastructure improvements <br />and leveraging private reinvestment through rehabilitation, <br />building additions, and/or infill development. <br />3)Consider the use of tax abatement, reduced building <br /> <br />permit or utility tap fees, and other financial programs or <br />incentives to elicit private sector reinvestment. <br />4) <br /> <br />code enforcement by targeting a certain area for a concentration <br />of violations such as weeds, debris, and junk vehicles; however, <br /> <br />pursue alternative code enforcement methods in an endeavor to <br />be more proactive and ensure positive outcomes. Consider the use <br />of an advocacy program to aid in code compliance (e.g., violations <br />such as weeds, debris, and junk vehicles) rather than citing <br />noncompliant property owners. A key element may be the cross- <br />training of enforcement advocacy officers in conflict <br />management/resolution or the creation of useful information <br />packets listing sources of help for homeowners who are in <br /> <br />violation of City codes. <br />Pursue both code enforcement <br />5)Strictly enforce repeat offenders so that chronic violations <br />compliance through citations and <br /> <br />advocacy programs to reduce <br />are adequately addressed so as to protect neighboring values and <br />negative signs of blight, e.g., trash, <br />confidence. <br />junk vehicles, etc. <br />6)5)Promote neighborhood pride by stimulating resident <br /> <br />involvement in improvement activities, including: <br />Source: Kendig Keast Collaborative. <br />a) <br /> <br />b) <br /> <br />c) <br /> <br />assistance of City crews and volunteers. <br />7)6)Seek the participation of churches, civic organizations, schools, and <br /> <br />businesses in neighborhood improvement and revitalization efforts. <br />2.12 <br /> <br /> <br />Chapter 2 <br /> <br />