The Marion County Board of Supervisors approved an ordinance this morning that they say will help towns in the county. The ordinance allows cities the first opportunity to purchase tax sale properties within city limits as well as allows the county the first opportunity in rural areas. In previous discussions, it was mentioned that many companies purchase tax sale properties sight unseen. If they are unable to flip them, they leave the homes dilapidated and abandoned. The ordinance would help cities avoid litigation and paperwork on those properties. Knoxville City Councilwoman Elsie Kemp told the Supervisors she was in favor of the ordinance, calling it a “win-win” for everyone involved.