SUBJECT: Council Member Harris’ Request to Discuss Blighted Property Enforcement REPORT IN BRIEF Council Member Harris requested a discussion on whether the City needs a specific "Blighted Property Ordinance" to better address nuisance properties. This memo outlines the City’s existing legal framework under the Merced Municipal Code, as well as available enforcement tools including receivership and administrative fines. RECOMMENDATION Provide direction to staff on next steps.

Business Item Agenda Ready Introduced July 16, 2025

Committee: City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority
Introduced: July 16, 2025
On agenda: July 21, 2025

Where it was heard