Independent Coalition for Our Neighborhoods

May 18, 2026 – The Abandoned Property in Your Neighborhood

ICON convenes “Know – Act – Transform”:  The Abandoned Property in Your Neighborhood

Monday, May 18, 2026, from 5:30-6:30 pm

Location: Southside Christian Church

Community Room – 2600 S MacArthur Blvd, Springfield, IL 62704
(Enter through the rear of the building)

Join us as Mitch Flynn, Building Code Official with the City of Springfield, walks us through the process and timeline a neighbor should expect as it relates to abandoned or uninhabitable properties.
The presentation will begin promptly at 5:30 pm followed by working group discussions and updates.

Program

Know: What to expect regarding abandon/uninhabitable properties.
Act: Use existing reporting and process reports to engage positively.
Transform: Maintained properties – promote safety and raise the value of all properties.

ICON Contact

Jill Steiner, President
217-622-8702