Officials concerned about abandoned properties

WESTVILLE – Village officials said Tuesday they are taking steps to deal with problems caused by abandoned residences in the village.

Westville village board members voted to have four abandoned mobile homes evaluated by a licensed home inspector, and Mayor Jeff Slavik said the village may make minor repairs to three residences with sewer problems.

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