Unsafe properties targeted for clean-up

Kimball City Council recently took another step forward on properties deemed unsafe within city limits.

During the recent City Council meeting, Tuesday, Jan. 17, council considered properties at 106 and 106 ½ Washington Street.

These properties are listed as fire hazards and unsafe for neighbors; they have non-operational vehicles, and debris that can harbor vermin, as well as broken windows that could allow access into the dwellings.

City attorney Kent Hadenfeldt counseled city leaders to add abatement procedures to the posted notice, allowing property owners to reduce the dangers....