Vulnerable adult police report-2003

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ORONO POLICE SUPPLEMENTAL DATE � CASE# BADGE/OFFICER OFFENSE � �c�€ �� - ,�'�`.• � ,s�'�'.�r-��a�`� � �_.. �,....� � '. n . . ,�k , aia . - �y,'' ";t, �l.�'`�i�=�, - In follow up to Officer Fischer's report on Merlin Halverson, I contacted Bruce Vang of the City of Orono Building Department(952) 249-4600 and asked that he look at Merlins home to determine it's livability. Bruce went to the home at about 1Q:45 a.m. on 09/08/Q3. He found what concerns him to be a very unsafe house with a falling apart and rotted porch entry. He feels a person could fall off or through this at any time. He viewed the roof and feels that it could collapse at any time. The location of the residence is 4175 Highwood Road, Orono, MN. Bruce said the City would look at this as a hazardous building and consider starting condemnation proceedings. He stated city code does not state how the property has to be maintained but will a11ow the "hazardous" status to apply. This is a long procedure though that can take up to two years to complete. Bruce also noticed the garbage that is spread about on the property. He said animals have been in it and torn bags apart etc. City code does allow for the mandating of the clean up of the garbage. Bruce indicated he would be will to work with us in documenting the condition of the home if we can get inside. Bruce indicated non working plumbing is something he can order repaired. Bruce is also concerned about the condition of the homes foundation. This factors into his over all concern that the house has a potential of collapse. I followed up with Hennepin County Adult Protection. I spoke to Dale Koehler(612) 348 - 8526. I advised Dale of what Bruce found and his willingness to work further with us. I also told Dale I would fax a copy of our reports to him. I told Dale that from what I know there is a nephew that looks after Merlin but is not around often. I also told Dale that the Halverson property should have a high value as it is lake shore and could be used to set Merlin up in assisted living. Should Hennepin County Adult Protection wish any help from Orono Police we will provide any that we can in trying to structure a better arrangement for Merlin.