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to the health, safety, and welfare of the general public. Obviously the buildings would not represent a risk to any tenant or occupant because the buildings could not be occupied while they are in a secured status. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Consider the attached proposed ordinance. STAFF CONTACT: Larry W. Schenk, City Attorney; Stephanie H Harris, Assistant City Attorney COST: The cost of the new ordinance will be roughly the same as proceeding under the current ordinance. There will undoubtedly be expense to the City in demolishing buildings when the owner refuses or is unable to comply with the commission's orders, but as noted, such costs will be assessed againstthe owner and liens placed on the property to secure payment. There will be administrative costs associated with working the dangerous building cases, attending hearings, generating the necessary paperwork, and foreclosing liens at such time as it becomes necessary or feasible to do so. SCHEDULE: No existing dangerous buildings should be abated until a new ordinance, which complies with State law, is adopted. COUNCIL DATE: Consider at the Council's regular meeting on April 8, 2002. ADDITIONAL MATERIALS: See attached draft ordinance and copy of existing ordinance.