Summary
The city is shifting how it boards up vacant, unsecured properties by hiring outside demolition contractors instead of relying solely on the Mayor's Impact Team and DPW. Officials noted there are currently around 110 pending board-up requests across Buffalo.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
City funds will be paid out to private contractors based on newly established service rates for board-up and securing operations.
Residents living near vacant, unsecured properties who want faster response times to reduce blight and crime.
Mentions & discussions (3)
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Legislation Committee - Sep 22, 2026
The city is shifting how it boards up vacant, unsecured properties by hiring outside demolition contractors instead of relying solely on the Mayor's Impact Team and DPW. Officials noted there are currently around 110 pending board-up requests across Buffalo.
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