Illegal Dumping and 12th Street Explosion Cleanup

At a glance

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What: Cleanup of debris on a 12th Street property after an explosion that injured two police officers and two firefighters, who have since returned to work. Public works crews cleared the alley and some debris from neighboring yards; the house has been boarded up. Residents asked about condemnation or demolition and about illegal dumping by haulers.
Where it stands: Alderman Gregory pressed for an estimate for removing the remaining debris; the public works director said he would check with the City garage the next morning. The police investigation and prosecution are ongoing.
Related: An alderwoman asked about junkyard-type properties in Ward 6 and the scrapping ordinance sponsored by Alderman Carlson.

Raised under unfinished business and again during citizens' requests; the police chief declined to give investigation details.