Niagara Falls Mayor Paul Dyster is trying to makes a difference in city neighborhoods, by going door to door.
They call it the “ZOOM” Code Enforcement Program. “ZOOM” stands for for “Zone Outreach Objective and Mission.” It’s a collaborative effort including team members from the Police and Fire departments, Public Works, Inspections, even the SPCA. This program will happen all summer long.
On Monday, the team covered the 400 blocks of 18th and 19th Streets, looking for everything from uncut lawns to broken buildings.
“It’s a fantastic effort, everyone’s on board. We’re making strides already,” says Robert Miller, President of the Niagara Falls Block Club Council.
Officials will give the homeowner, and in some cases the renter, 96 hours to fix the problem. If the resident doesn’t comply within the time limit, the city will do the work and send them a bill.
Residents face getting an appearance ticket if they continue to neglect their property. Officials have already issued 20 citations for building code violations, and 39 “Orders to Comply,” along with three appearance tickets.
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