Woman accused of hoarding as many as 60 dogs in east Texas Jul 13, 2008
"The way she operates is she gets onto abandoned property, squats on it and accumulates dogs, hoards dogs," Gleason said. This time, though, Holz's dog days could be over. (KSLA.com, LA)
Historic Preservation Commission told to have Concert Street property down by July 31; others given dates, too Jul 13, 2008
Mike wrote on Jul 11, 2008 4:31 PM:" I agree that there are a number of slums in Keokuk that should be taken down,but the three that the city is going after ARE dangerous places that the city has repeatedly asked this commission to hurry up and take them down.This commission ignores the citys requests.They've had plenty of time to take all three buildings down,but they haven't made any effort to do so.I think the city has bent over backwards to give the commission plenty of time.Now its time to... (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Fight for votes puts campaign signs on blighted properties Jul 8, 2008
Cannizzaro says that if records indicate that he does not have permission to put up a campaign sign on the abandoned property he will remove it immediately. Chats, Boards & Blogs. (WWLTV.com, LA)
2 in Union County charged with copper theft Jul 4, 2008
The citizen notified the neighbor of the abandoned property who then confronted the subjects, later identified as Gary Atkins and Carolyn Hamm. Hamm allegedly shoved the victim as she hurried to the truck and she and Atkins fled the scene. (Bradford County Telegraph, FL)
Burning will slow anyhow Jun 28, 2008
EDS wrote on Jun 27, 2008 12:17 PM:" Barefoot, field burning has been reduced 90%, production has increased due to more acreage being put into grass seed production to catch the upside of the supply and demand price changes.Maybe you would like to change your product from grass seed to grapes or strawberries or whatever, which would mean you would have to re-tool, purchase hundreds of thousands of investment in new equipment, etc. Can you see why most of these grass seed farmers are not willing... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
County treasurer attends Land Bank conference Jun 28, 2008
Topics discussed were Land Bank authorities, tax foreclosure reform and vacant and abandoned property issues. Keynote speaker Steve Tobocman, Majority Floor Leader and State Representative, discussed economic development, neighborhood blight, affordable housing and the opportunities a land bank authority can bring to combat these tribulations affecting every community. (Dowagiac News, MI)
County will clean up Hall Memorial Road property Jun 20, 2008
The property has been an eyesore for years and residents have complained in the past that rats living on the abandoned property often come to their yards searching for food. Workman no longer lives in the house, which has been deemed unihabitable for years since an interior fire damaged it. (Calhoun Times, GA)
No Camping: Council Sets LImits for Parade Jun 12, 2008
Requires that any items on the right of way left to reserve space be attended at all times or be deemed abandoned property that could be removed by a law enforcement officer. Eliminates parking along the parade route as of 8 p.m. the night before the parade. (The Daily Universe, UT)
El Paso Environmental Services Department Treats Mosquito-Infested Pool Jun 5, 2008
The Environmental Services Department would like to remind you that if you do see an abandoned property with a pool that has standing water or a property with lots of tires, to call them at 774-4500, so they can go and check out the property. Copyright 2007 by. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
As oil prices soar, restaurant grease theft rises May 31, 2008
"Once you put something in the trash, it's abandoned property," said Jon Jaworski, a lawyer in Houston who represents accused grease thieves. "A lot of times, it's not theft.". (International Herald Tribune)
Several homes burglarized in Lakes of Falcon Ridge May 29, 2008
At approximately 2:00 a.m., officers on patrol in the area found several items of abandoned property in the 1200 block of Hawkhill Drive. Items included an air compressor, two saws and a nail gun. (Friendswood Journal, TX)
Fund-raiser set for China quake relief May 26, 2008
Mayor David Cicilline also hopes to use the tally to push for an "abandoned property penalty" on property owners, including banks and financial institutions, that allow houses to remain empty. (AP). (Boston Globe)
Editor’s Mailbag (May 22) May 23, 2008
Barefoot wrote on May 22, 2008 5:52 PM:" BTW- the local ordinances are just that: local, but they are follow a STATE ordinance which also wisely understands the issue. Albany isn't the first, and not the only city to enact laws requiring owners to be responsible for their abandoned property. ". Member ID. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Razing run-down property a slow, frustrating process May 11, 2008
In July, the abandoned property was condemned, with rats the size of cats, Mr. Melodia said. Three months later, it was sold in a sheriff s sale, which means the owner, who had simply vanished, either wasn t paying his taxes or his mortgage. (Scranton Times, PA)
Police Log, April 29 to May 4 May 6, 2008
8:01 p.m. Police responded to the most recent of several reports of teenagers going into an abandoned property on Vernon Road. Eleven Belmont teenagers, ages 17 and 18, will be charged with possession of alcohol and possession of a class D substance (marijuana), and a 51-year-old Dartmouth Road man will be charged with procuring alcohol for persons under 21. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Commissioners ponder sewers, abatement Apr 18, 2008
Paul Ramsey, public health environmentalist, notified commissioners of abandoned property in Crothersville that the owners have not cleaned up. Evidence has been found of rats in the building, making it a public health issue, Ramsey said. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
Median prices of SoCal homes fall 24% Apr 16, 2008
Unable to escape these mortgages, borrowers are returning the keys to lenders who then dump the abandoned property onto the market to further depress property values. The moribund market is prompting many prospective home sellers and buyers to stay on the sidelines until they see signs of a revival, said Marshall Prentice, DataQuick's president. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
State treasurer to speak at Open House Apr 15, 2008
1 billion in abandoned property and returning cash claims totaling more than $234 million, and using cutting-edge technology to hold two eBay auctions of unclaimed jewelry, coins and other items from safe deposit boxes, garnering over $330,000 for the state. For more than 12 years, Open House has addressed issues ranging from reinventing public education to gay marriage, property tax relief to campaign finance reform, the shrinking middle class to stem cell research, the nature of political... (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Abandoned home catches firePosted 8 hours, 13 minutes ago. Apr 4, 2008
Compston said the abandoned property was torn down and the owner may have started the fire to clear the land for use. The fire department sent three trucks, and a squad for safety precautions, shortly after the 10:10 p.m. call to 911. (Lima News, OH)
City sets aside funds for demolition Apr 2, 2008
Mr. Sherman said the city budgeted $125,000 to use on abandoned property in any neighborhood, in addition to $100,000 in HUD money for demolition in historic communities. Last year, the only money available was HUD money for the historic neighborhoods. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Rundown Houston homes caught in red tape Apr 1, 2008
Harris County Tax Assessor Paul Bettencourt said because of this story, the house on Celia Drive will become part of the Abandoned Property program and could be demolished within a year. Inside KHOU.com. (KHOU.com, TX)
Blight on interstate in NO East misleading Mar 28, 2008
The council recently passed an ordinance giving the city the power to take action against abandoned property business or residential. If the owner won t make the necessary fixes, the city now can charge the owner for the work, and in some cases, the city can even take possession of the property and then sell it. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Albert Lea City Council awards demolition contract Mar 27, 2008
Declared excess and abandoned property to be auctioned May 15. The list of items will be published in the Tribune in the legal classifieds. (Albert Lea Tribune, MN)
ALBANY'S UNTAPPED CASH Mar 24, 2008
Examples include 1 billion from the Tax Stabilization Fund, 950 million from the state's short-term investment pool (STIP), 550 million from the Comptroller's Abandoned Property Fund and 175 million from the Rainy Day Reserve (created to respond to an economic downturn), to name just a few. These may be only the tip of the iceberg. (New York Post -- Opinions)
Commissioners support widening Bloomington Rd. Mar 21, 2008
Commissioner Steve Gill thanked the highway department, community corrections and board of health for their clean-up of an abandoned property in the Greendale subdivision. Garris reported that a total of 2. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
Homesickness Mar 16, 2008
As an example, he cited a proposal to boost a $170 fee to an undetermined amount for filing a vacant-building plan that outlines how an abandoned property will be maintained. Pfeif objected to both the cost and the requirement. (Fresno Bee)
Bernanke to banks: Get real, reduce loan amounts Mar 5, 2008
Before you tee him up like a Titleist, give the Fed chairman some credit this morning: he acknowledged the elephant in the room, the one no one else in Washington wants to talk about. Bush, Obama, Clinton, Paulson -- none of them has faced the facts on this one. (Yahoo News -- U.S. Economy)
Fame and fortune Feb 28, 2008
More than $30 million in newly abandoned property is waiting to be claimed by rightful owners, Treasurer Timothy P. Cahill said yesterday. The new list includes 17 accounts worth more than $100,000, more than 1,500 owners of stock, and 1,305 abandoned safe-deposit boxes, Cahill said. (Boston Globe)
Officials: Jackson not ready to build arena Feb 24, 2008
Dallas residents voted to let the city form a public-private partnership that resulted in the American Airlines Center - home of the Dallas Mavericks and Stars - on abandoned property. Ten years later, the area has developed into a thriving part of downtown. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Murrieta cracks down on maintenance of foreclosed homes Feb 20, 2008
The Abandoned Property Registration and Maintenance Ordinance would go into effect in April following a second vote on the ordinance in March. The regulation would require mortgage holders, even if they are out of the area or in a different state, to be responsible for the upkeep and security of properties by registering them with the city as they go into foreclosure or are abandoned. (North County Times)
Blight Fight Feb 20, 2008
Local and state leaders say criminals use abandoned property to stash drugs and guns. The Albany Fire Department says 18% of the major fires in 2007 occurred in vacant homes and half of those fires were confirmed acts of arson. (FOX23 News, NY)
Sniping helps stall South Shore funding bill Feb 19, 2008
Susan wrote on Feb 12, 2008 5:28 PM:" Gary will continue to be one giant sinkhole until voters get smart and elect a leader who will work to improve the city, not see how many relatives he can get on the payroll. Gary needs a leader who will get serious about drugs, gangs, crime, abandoned property, and welfare leeches. ". Mark wrote on Feb 12, 2008 4:46 PM:" It's so easy to say that "What's good for the region is good for everyone," but other than the assurances of Pete V., what data or studies... (Munster Times, IN)
Walken in to claim his pudding pot Feb 16, 2008
"C'mon -- those bears! They are really good.''Lining up for AIDS relief Bobby Shriver spent Valentine's Day raising some serious dough for AIDS relief in Africa. The oldest child of Eunice Kennedy and Sargent Shriver was in New York for the Product (RED) auction at Sotheby's. The event, which raised more than $40 million, attracted an A-list crowd that included Bono, Jordan's Queen Noor, Michael Stipe, Dennis Hopper, Martha Stewart, Christy Turlington, Brian Williams, and Anna Wintour. (A piece... (Boston Globe)
Small businesses embrace gift-card giving Feb 15, 2008
Some states actually have laws that can count cards unused for more than a couple of years as abandoned property. Many retailers can reissue a lost gift card if the original receipt is available. (AZCentral -- Business)
Growth slowdown doesn’t mean stop Feb 12, 2008
However, Sanders said there s a contract in the works for the Fields property that could develop it into an asset for the city rather than an abandoned property. I guess everybody s been interested in that, but we have to go for the TIF and get that started up, Sanders said. (Waynesille Daily Guide, MO)
Police officer gets to keep job after taking dirt bike home Feb 9, 2008
His position all along was he had authority to take it because it was abandoned property and it was no longer evidence, Caputo said. Broda s supervisors gave at least tacit approval, Caputo said. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
'Martin County Closed' signs anger group Jan 30, 2008
"These spring up at night on abandoned property and on public rights of way.". Build your classified ad with color photos. (The Palm Beach Post)
Cities Feel Impact of Rising Foreclosures Jan 29, 2008
whose county seat is in economically devastated Flint, urged mayors to stop selling tax liens and liquidating their interest in abandoned property because it puts the city in the hands of speculators. "Even if a community doesn't own the property," Kildee says, "local leaders own the problem. The public is going to hold us all accountable for the conditions in our neighborhoods and simply saying this property is owned by some mortgage company or some speculator in some city doesn't get us off... (Realtor Magazine Online)
Holland Stadium project advances Jan 24, 2008
jlmorgansr wrote on Jan 23, 2008 12:44 PM:" According to Jim,, Here we go again...The estimated local cost of this project per tax paying property is about $10 per year (it might end up being less) OK Jim, tell me how much did the BOCES Building cost us? Another 10 to 20 dollars? And what about the project that was approved last year? was that another 10 or so dollars? What about the budget increase? How much will that cost us? Just another 10 or so dollars? What about the contracts for the... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
'Blight has no boundary' Jan 17, 2008
According to data presented Tuesday, a house located within 150 feet of a vacant or abandoned property sees a net loss of $7,627, while houses at 300 feet and 450 feet see a loss of $6,819 and $3,542, respectively. How far does blight have to go before it affects you. (Albany Herald)
Police: Man Abused Teen After Pretending To Be Officer Jan 11, 2008
She went to an abandoned property near the school on Mastic Beach Road where kids frequently congregate, police said. Police said the girl was alone when Meenahan, 45, arrived and told the victim that he was an undercover police officer. (WNBC.com, NY)
Business in Brief (Tu) Jan 10, 2008
A bottle of whiskey left by the road is abandoned property, police spokesman Bill Toohey said; consequently, a person can't be prosecuted for taking it. The spokesman for the county Department of Public Works, David Fidler, expressed regret. (Towson Jeffersonian, MD)
Dirty deeds: Cities fight banks over vacant homes Jan 8, 2008
A 2001 Temple University study in Philadelphia found that simply being within 150 feet of an abandoned property knocked $7,600 off a home's value. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Business)
Copper Thieves Hit Gas Lines, Endanger Lives, Fireman Says Jan 4, 2008
Tom Perry said he got a surprise on Wednesday when he went to check an abandoned property his company manages. "As soon as I hit the door, I smelled gas," Perry said. (7 KETV Omaha)
Panel: Wisconsin justice should be reprimanded for misconduct Jan 4, 2008
Her actions included ordering a customer to repay the bank 46,425, granting the bank s requests to repossess vehicles from people who owed money and ordering a foreclosure of an abandoned property. The cases were between 2001, when her husband joined the bank, and last year. (Winona Daily News, MN)
City leaders vow to take action against illegal dumping Dec 7, 2007
"We work with the county road department to clean them up if they are very large. A lot of times we'll find several bags of garbage in ditches or near abandoned property.". Its costs the county time and money to clean the sites, and Thomas said it is often difficult to track down the responsible parties. (Troy Messenger, AL)
Mortgage-interest-rate cap may be sought Dec 7, 2007
He said that extra cash is available because the program is funded from abandoned property sold by the state or unclaimed cash in safe-deposit boxes and there was a lot more of that when his agency's budget was adopted. BUSINESS UPDATE. (AZCentral -- Business)
Three sought in thefts from rental store Dec 6, 2007
Nelson s landlord went into her apartment at 450 E. Wabasha St. and found abandoned property, including furniture rented from 1st Choice, but no computer. Cole rented a computer package including a monitor, speakers, a mouse and other items worth 1,130. (Winona Daily News, MN)
State may seek cap on interest rates Nov 25, 2007
abandoned property sold by the state or unclaimed cash in safe. deposit boxes and there was a lot more of that when his agency s. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Board supports proposal to raise funds for skatepark Nov 22, 2007
The city obtained the abandoned property after voting in July to accept a deed to it from the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality because of unpaid taxes. MDEQ and the Environmental Protection Agency released all holds and liens on the property. (Webster Progress-Times, MS)
Pit bulls bred for fighting - 22 seized Nov 14, 2007
Barry White, 33, pleaded guilty Oct. 16 in Common Pleas Court to animal-cruelty charges in relation to that dogfighting ring and 12 pit bulls found in his Madison Street house, which is right behind the abandoned property on Willard Street. White's stepfather, Joseph Roberts, 45, still faces a trial in that case. (Pet-Abuse.com)
State owned vacant lots could remain untouched for months Nov 14, 2007
As the state continues to buy out more vacant homes and lots through the Road Home program, parish leaders said it could be months before the abandoned property ever makes its way back into the community. Video: Watch the Story. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Local manufacturer to close Scranton, Ashley plants Nov 6, 2007
Daron, which is owned by James Keisling, Daniel Chermak and Craig Daron, bought the 16-acre former Eureka printing plant site at Electric Street and Dickson Avenue in 2001 for $126,000 from the Scranton Redevelopment Authority, which acquired the abandoned property through condemnation. Daron invested $6. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
Murray, Gorman go head to head Nov 2, 2007
The eyesore, on seven acres, was known for years by residents as the "pink elephant." After years of searching, the town found a developer, which is turning the abandoned property into a corporate office complex, returning it to the tax rolls. "We find ourselves in the very enviable position of having to fend off potential tenants," Murray said. (Rockville Centre Herald, NY)
A workout for dubious lenders Oct 26, 2007
It spreads across neighborhoods, especially in urban areas where a foreclosed home can quickly turn into a crime-plagued abandoned property. The problem also has spread to Wall Street, where the market for mortgage securities backed by subprime loans has come unglued. (Boston Globe)
Historic home at center of protracted legal battle Oct 21, 2007
According to Martin, after seven days the items were regarded as abandoned property and discarded. "It's not like she didn't have time to move these items," Martin said. (The Examiner)
Safety first when hunting deer from tree stands Oct 19, 2007
Any tree stands left unattended more than 24 hours will be considered abandoned property and subject to impoundment. To retrieve an impounded tree stand, the owner will be required to pay an impoundment fee and receive a citation for abandonment of private property. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
State may again take lost or abandoned property Oct 19, 2007
Friday, October 19, 2007. (10-19) 04:00 PDT Sacramento -- A state program that collects millions of dollars a year in lost or abandoned personal property is set to resume after a federal judge on Thursday approved a new system for notifying owners before their assets are transferred to the state. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Treasure Hunters Face Spanish Armada Oct 18, 2007
International salvage law states that the first person/entity to recover lost or abandoned property is the rightful owner and at liberty to dispose of said property as he/they may desire. That law has been upheld through hundreds of cases and many years. (New York Times)
California ordered to pay interest on seized assets Oct 17, 2007
California taxpayers are on the hook for as much as $500 million in interest that a judge says the state owes to thousands of property owners whose assets were taken into trust under a troubled state program that manages abandoned property, officials acknowledged Tuesday. A federal judge in San Jose ordered state officials last week to begin paying interest to property owners whose assets were returned after being held in the state's unclaimed property program. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Lodi City Council tonight has a chance to help seniors, the Eastside Oct 8, 2007
Connecting You to Your Community Lodi, California. The following stories have received the most reader comments during the last 7 days. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
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The abandoned property came into the city limits in an annexation, Bond said. e've been after him, and we've talked, Bond said. (Searcy Daily Citizen, AR)
In the shadow of debt Oct 7, 2007
Looters had already ransacked his neighbor's abandoned property -- a fate that awaits the majority of foreclosed houses in cities such as Cleveland. When Joe went outside to investigate, a gang of teenagers beat him so severely that he died a week and a half later. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Police auction slated Oct 6, 2007
RPD Lt. Jason Smith said the Police Department holds a bicycle and surplus auction about every year to sell lost-and-found items and abandoned property. Usually, 40 to 50 people attend the auction because they can get great deals on bicycles, Smith said. (Rolla Daily News, MO)
Area residents may be richer than they think Oct 3, 2007
On Oct. 21, the state will release its annual list of individuals with abandoned property. This year's list contains the names of more than 152,000 people for whom the state is holding 250 or more in forgotten funds. (Madisonville Meteor, TX)
