Overview

• Lavell Redmond, a former Dolton code enforcement officer, filed a federal motion on June 15 seeking a temporary restraining order to stop the village from spending taxpayer funds on the property.
• A hearing on the injunction request is scheduled for Wednesday morning before U.S. District Judge Mary Rowland, just hours before sealed bids close at 4 p.m. for the home’s auction.
• Mayor Jason House has said the village will pursue either a negotiated purchase or eminent domain to acquire the three-bedroom property at 212 East 141st Place.
• Redmond’s filing argues that Dolton’s severe financial distress and mounting liabilities render the planned acquisition an irresponsible use of public funds.
• Owner Pawel Radzik bought and rehabilitated the home last year for $66,000, and Paramount Realty USA reports ongoing sealed bids though the number of offers remains undisclosed.