Overview

• Former village employee Lavell Redmond filed a motion for a temporary restraining order, asking a federal court to block Dolton from using taxpayer funds on the property.
• The hearing before U.S. District Judge Mary Rowland is set for Wednesday, the same day sealed bids close for the home’s auction.
• Redmond’s filing cites Dolton’s severe financial distress, large deficits and liabilities as evidence that the purchase would be fiscally irresponsible.
• The home at 212 E. 141st Place carries a $250,000 reserve price, and owner Pawel Radzik remains open to private negotiations alongside the auction.
• Village officials have discussed acquiring the property through negotiation or eminent domain and plan to work with the Archdiocese of Chicago to preserve it.