The City of Danville is going to look at toughening ordinances on rental property. The issue came up when a couple told how when they moved into a rental property, they were unable to stay because of some toxic smells. They tried to get help from the landlord and the city and were unable to get the help they needed. They were forced to move and lost money.
City officials said part of the problem is that local ordinances do not include mold or paint issues.
Alderwoman Tricia Teague said the issue points out the city has housing concerns.
The council instructed the Corporation Counsel to look into the city rental ordinances to seek ways they can be expanded and updated.
The City Council Tuesday also approved 25 thousand dollars to help establish a new program designed to combat opioid abuse. The Vermilion Mental Health Board needs 100 thousand dollars to begin the program. It earlier received 75 thousand dollars from the County Board.
The council also approved transferring care of some storm and sanitary sewers to Bunge Milling. The sewers are under an area where Bunge plans to build an addition.
