Endicott studies vacated buildings issue

Endicott Town Council has been discussing unused buildings at its recent sessions with the discussion focusing on the possibility of condemning abandoned buildings and houses in the town.

Mayor David Bilow told the Gazette some residents have come forth with concerns regarding buildings.

“There’s a group of vocal residents who are rightfully wanting these cleaned up,” he said.

The mayor said he is not sure which direction the town, which is on a tight budget, should go at this time.

“If it does become successful to condemn the building, the town would have to fix it up,” Bilow said, addressing...