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Bob’s Salt and Feed Property Future Hangs In The Balance

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WEST CHICAGO, IL — Once a bustling cornerstone of the community, the former Bob’s Salt And Feed property at 126 Wood St in West Chicago has fallen into disrepair, prompting concerns and action from local authorities.

For years, Bob’s Salt And Feed served residents by offering a variety of goods including animal feed, pet supplies, garden essentials, and salt products. However, since its closure several years ago and a change in ownership, the property has deteriorated significantly. Passersby now encounter overgrown weeds, high grass, tarps on badly damaged roofs, broken glass on the main building’s front window, and graffiti adorning its structures.

According to property records with DuPage County and the City of West Chicago, substantial unpaid bills, including approximately $20,000 in past property taxes, have accrued. City Administrator Michael Guttman acknowledged the challenges in a statement to the West Chicago Voice in March, stating,

“The City has not been able to achieve voluntary compliance by the property owner, so its next step is to file a Verified Complaint in the Circuit Court in an effort to have the code violations abated and to attempt to collect on our judgments encumbering the property.”

Rumors circulated on social media in June suggesting the property had been acquired by the city or foreclosed upon by a bank, prompting clarification from Guttman.

“The City does not yet own this property,” he confirmed. “If the City takes title to it, we will need to procure the services of a demolition contractor to raze the unsafe, abandoned structures on the site, and then will seek to sell the property to recover our investment.”

Efforts to reach the property owner have been unsuccessful by the city and others. despite multiple postings on the front door of the business. Bills, business envelopes and notices adorn the front door of the business office. The city’s persistence underscores its commitment to address blight and safety concerns in the community.

The West Chicago Voice’s research shows outstanding tax bills in excess of $24,000 that are due. Attempts to locate the owner of the property were fruitless. The deteriorating condition of this property poses a significant hazard to residents, especially children. The state of disrepair not only compromises the aesthetic appeal of our community but also jeopardizes the safety of those living nearby. Urgent action is imperative to address these concerns promptly. Whether through the responsible property owner taking proactive steps or the appropriate city authorities intervening, it is crucial that measures be implemented swiftly to mitigate this evident safety risk. Clear guidelines and actions are needed as it pertains to private property maintenance, ensuring that such hazards are promptly rectified to safeguard our community’s well-being.

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WEST CHICAGO, IL — La antigua propiedad de Bob’s Salt And Feed en 126 Wood St en West Chicago, que alguna vez fue una bulliciosa piedra angular de la comunidad, ha caído en mal estado, lo que generó preocupaciones y acciones por parte de las autoridades locales.

Durante años, Bob’s Salt And Feed sirvió a los residentes ofreciendo una variedad de productos que incluían alimentos para animales, artículos para mascotas, artículos básicos para el jardín y productos de sal. Sin embargo, desde su cierre hace varios años y el cambio de propietario, la propiedad se ha deteriorado significativamente. Los transeúntes ahora encuentran maleza excesiva, pasto alto, lonas en los techos muy dañados, vidrios rotos en la ventana frontal del edificio principal y graffitis que adornan sus estructuras.

Según los registros de propiedad del condado de DuPage y la ciudad de West Chicago, se han acumulado importantes facturas impagas, incluidos aproximadamente $20,000 en impuestos a la propiedad anteriores. El administrador de la ciudad, Michael Guttman, reconoció los desafíos en una declaración al West Chicago Voice en marzo, afirmando:

“La Ciudad no ha podido lograr el cumplimiento voluntario por parte del dueño de la propiedad, por lo que su próximo paso es presentar una Queja Verificada en el Tribunal de Circuito en un esfuerzo por reducir las violaciones del código e intentar cobrar nuestras sentencias que gravan la propiedad. “.

En junio circularon rumores en las redes sociales que sugerían que la propiedad había sido adquirida por la ciudad o ejecutada por un banco, lo que provocó una aclaración por parte de Guttman.

“La Ciudad aún no es propietaria de esta propiedad”, confirmó. “Si la Ciudad toma el título de propiedad, necesitaremos contratar los servicios de un contratista de demolición para demoler las estructuras inseguras y abandonadas en el sitio, y luego buscaremos vender la propiedad para recuperar nuestra inversión”.

Los esfuerzos por contactar al dueño de la propiedad han sido infructuosos por parte de la ciudad y otros. a pesar de múltiples publicaciones en la puerta de entrada del negocio. Facturas, sobres comerciales y avisos adornan la puerta principal de la oficina comercial. La persistencia de la ciudad subraya su compromiso de abordar los problemas de deterioro y seguridad en la comunidad. La investigación de West Chicago Voice muestra facturas de impuestos pendientes de pago que superan los $24,000. Los intentos de localizar al dueño del inmueble fueron infructuosos.

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