Vacant Lot Activation and Management Solutions

The Vendor is required to provide for enforcing municipal codes related to vacant property conditions, including overgrown vegetation, trash accumulation, illegal dumping, and encampments.
- Some potential solution ideas (not exhaustive) may include: 
•    Programs that allow local nonprofits or neighborhood groups to temporarily "adopt" a lot for beautification or short-term use. 
•    Visual art installations (e.g., murals, sculptures) to enhance space and deter graffiti. 
•    Mobile infrastructure like solar lights, temporary fencing, or planters to activate lots without permanent construction. 
•    Resource kits for community-led cleanups or activations, supported by small grants. 
•    Partnerships with local organizations to provide job training, garden maintenance, or youth engagement on repurposed lots. 
•    QR code signage on vacant lots for reporting dumping, overgrowth, or encampments, and accessing maintenance info. 
•    Lot owner dashboards or alerts to notify them of reported issues or City outreach. 
•    Interactive maps or mobile tools for residents to view lot status, submit feedback, and track City response. 
•    Data dashboards for staff to prioritize inspections and measure pilot impact. 
•    Geotagged surveys or tools to collect community feedback in real time. 
•    Software / AI-based tools which can account for all zoning and building regulations and render artwork for potential uses of the space, as well calculate costs.
•    Software / AI-based tools to proactively monitor blight and notify property owners.
- Implement a stable, low-barrier, and streamlined means to quickly report issues affecting vacant lots and inquire about activating or improving these spaces, thus increasing engagement over time.
- Offer a non-enforcement-based approach that reduces visible blight and encampments in a way that aligns with property rights and existing ordinances.
- This could include community stewardship programs, monitoring tools, or third-party partnerships.
- Achieve cleaner, safer lots achieved without requiring legal intervention.

- Contract Period/Term: 1 year
- Optional Pre-Proposal Meeting Date: September 11, 2025
- Questions/Inquires Deadline: September 16, 2025