OK, I saw the big news about Dan and his wife pumping $500 million in to the neighborhoods. I saw where they are going to pay some back taxes for people. What else? What do you do with $500 million? Haven't seen any other news or threads.

I would find blocks that are at least two thirds standing and fix any abandoned houses on the block. The fixing up would hopefully be contagious just like abandonment is contagious. Go block by block. If a block is more than half gone, it is gone. If a whole roof has caved in, its gone. Otherwise, fix up. Target certain blocks to save. Most boarded ups are probably available from the landbank. At least put a roof on and keep water out. Cut the overgrowth in front for a presentable look. Big money that can get control of all abandoned houses on a block is what we need.