The City of Mount Carmel is moving forward with the acquisition of several properties as part of its ongoing efforts to address vacant and demolished properties.
During the most recent Mount Carmel City Council meeting, City Attorney Derek McCullough provided an update on three properties involved in recent legal proceedings.
McCullough reported that the city has received court-issued deeds for properties at 230 Hind Street and 413 Market Street, both of which were previously demolished by the city.
He said the deeds have now been officially recorded, establishing the City of Mount Carmel as the owner of both properties.
McCullough also reported that the city was the highest bidder during a sheriff's sale held recently for property located at 922 Cherry Street.
He said the city will now move through the legal process of obtaining a court order and deed to finalize ownership of that property.
McCullough did not provide details on the city's future plans for the properties during the meeting.