Mitchell Pushes For Passage of Problem Properties Ordinance

The New Bedford City Council is getting set to once again discuss Mayor Jon Mitchell's proposed "Problem Properties" ordinance.

Speaking on his weekly radio program, Mitchell says the ordinance has been in and out of committee for nearly two years, and needs to be passed....

The ordinance, which is designed to hold landlords accountable for their properties and tenants, has undergone several revisions by the City Council.

The ordinance will once again be discussed during an ordinance committee meeting on Tuesday, January 20 at 7pm.