The Butler Eagle asked the Butler mayoral candidates to identify the top three issues they see for the city and would work to address if elected.
Bob Dandoy and Tom Donaldson both pointed to the high number of rental properties in the city. While Dandoy said not all landlords are part of the problem, he said he feels it is important to try to give those interested in single-family homes an opportunity to live in the city. Donaldson said he would look to increase resident-occupied single-family homes in the city by developing a plan with research and collaboration.
Don Shearer, who led the implementation of a rental ordinance in the city, said his top priority would be addressing blighted properties by putting together a coordinated response by the city. Subscribers can read more.
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