Delaware County Land Bank Meeting - September 9, 2026

The Delaware County Land Bank held a meeting on September 9, 2026, focusing primarily on brownfield grant applications and demolition program approvals. The board discussed the Philips Hall project, which involves asbestos abatement and demolition, and approved submission of the brownfield grant application along with necessary supporting documents. They reviewed current project updates, including ongoing grants and demolition efforts. The board also approved a demolition program for the Land Bank, authorizing up to $100,000 in demolition costs for a commercial project on the east side of Delaware. The program guidelines and application periods were discussed, with plans to revisit and set budgets annually. Additionally, a tax foreclosure update was provided regarding a property in Ashley with $22,000 in back taxes. The meeting concluded with plans for a budget approval meeting in November.