Unfortunately we seem to have hit a bit of a snag in our Black Rock Vacancy Initiative. The promise that I received from the City to write all of the vacant properties in Black Rock for court has not been followed through on. The City has simply refused to cite these properties and I think they are going to need a not so subtle push from the residents. I have attached an Excel file that lists each of the 54 properties that were supposed to be written for Court. It appears as though the only way to get the City to follow through on their promise is for residents to make at least five complaints for each vacant property. Complaints can be made through the Mayor's Complaint Line. As residents and activists, a coordinated effort to flood the complaint line will make the City understand how important this Initiative is and that it cannot be taken lightly. Getting the block clubs, Good Neighbor's Planning Alliance and community activists involved in this process is going to be essential for the ultimate success of the Initiative. We really appreciate the work that all of you have already contributed to this project and it is unfortunate that more needs to be done. The Mayor's Complaint Line phone number is: 851-4890 The Internet link is: http://www.city-buffalo.com/Applications/ComplaintForm/default.aspx Thank you very much for your assistance on this matter and please feel free to contact me if you have any additional questions. Sincerely, Dan Soleimani
