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Mr. Talley stated that the property at 940 W. Cherry has several holes in the roof, pieces are missing, there is missing or deteriorating wood and shingles, several boards are sticking out, the roof line has a truckers tarp laying on it, and there is a collapsed shed on the side of the house. Mr. Giberson stated that he doesn't live at the house but parts of the house are used for storage. The parts with the leaks in the roof cannot be used for storage. He doesn't have the financial means to demolish the house. He stated that he feels the property is not hurting anyone and that the inside is solid and he doesn't see the need to demolish the house. Mr. Giberson also stated that there are hot wires at the property where the electrical company pulled the meter. Mr. Giberson asked what the average cost of a demolition is and Robert Talley stated it is estimated to be $2731.83. There was discussion about continued deterioration of the property if it's not repaired and payment plans if the City demolishes the house. Robert Talley's recommendation: 30 days to demolish if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a $1000 per day civil penalty. Motion was made by Johnny Norris, seconded by Wendell Moore to table the property until the April 2013 meeting to give Mr. Giberson time to decide if he wants to repair or to work out a payment plan with the City of Paris for demolition of the property. Motion carried unanimously. 4 -0 Request was made by Robert Talley to move to item 3. B., 417 NW 12th, City Block 49, Lot 12 B. 417 NW 12th, City Block 49, Lot 12 Owner: Joyce Freeman 6926 FM 195 Paris, TX 75462 Present: Joyce Freeman — No back taxes are owed. Robert Talley showed pictures of holes in the roof, deterioration and missing wood and shingles, the structure is leaning, and there is junk and rubbish on the property. Joyce Freeman stated that the house has been leveled and she plans on repairing the structure. She stated that there is a hole in the roof but it's on the porch and she has already put new wiring in the house. Don Wilson informed Mrs. Freeman she will need a building permit to start on repairs. Robert Talley's recommendation: 30 days to demolish if not the City has the right to demolish and apply a $1000 per day civil penalty. Motion was made by Johnny Norris, seconded by Vicky Ballard to allow Joyce Freeman 90 days to complete repairs to the roof, siding, window seals, and to clean up and secure the property. Motion carried unanimously. 4 -0