Avondale Estates board rescinds eminent domain for Maple Street property; tax rate hearing draws comments

The Avondale Estates Board of Mayor and Commissioners rescinded its eminent domain authorization for 143 Maple Street at a June 24 meeting, as the property is no longer needed for transportation, according to the meeting agenda. The same evening, the board held a public hearing on a proposed property tax increase to 9.55 mills and advanced a series of fee and equipment measures.

Eminent domain rescinded

Commissioners approved a resolution rescinding eminent domain authorization for 143 Maple Street. The property had initially been targeted for a transportation project but is now deemed unnecessary. No vote tally was included in the agenda materials.

Property tax rate hearing and proposal

The city held three public hearings on the tentative 2026 millage rate of 9.55 mills, which would result in a property tax increase. The first hearing occurred June 23, followed by a second on June 24 during the regular board meeting. On June 30, the board convened for a third hearing and was scheduled to vote on an ordinance setting the millage rate. Agendas also included review of the 2026 tax digest and a five-year levy history. Public comments were accepted at each hearing, but the final vote outcome was not published in the agenda.

Stormwater, sanitation fees, and police radios

The board discussed resolutions to set 2026 stormwater and residential sanitation fees during a June 24 work session and again at the June 30 meeting when final consideration was anticipated. Commissioners also considered the purchase of five in-car radios from Loudon Communications for law enforcement use. No dollar amounts were detailed in the agendas.

Other actions

At the June 24 meeting, the board presented a proclamation recognizing National Pollinator Week and approved minutes from the June 10 regular and work sessions.

Coming up

The Historic Preservation Commission meets July 6 and will vote on a revised garage addition and pervious driveway conversion at 83 Dartmouth Avenue, a 1928 English Cottage. The commission will also consider door and window replacements at 4 Lakeview Place and 54 Clarendon Avenue.

The Board of Mayor and Commissioners meets July 8 for a regular session and work session. The board is expected to take final action on the purchase of five in-car radios from Loudon Communications. A work session will follow to discuss 2025 and 2026 budget amendments, with public comment limited to those agenda items.

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