Landowners’ rights bill goes to Hutchinson
“With no fanfare, the Arkansas Senate on Friday sent the governor a bill aimed at protecting private property owners’ rights. In a 31-2 vote, the Senate concurred with a House-approved amendment to Senate Bill 757…
Lawmakers OK bills on image protection, property rights
“The Senate voted 23-7 to approve Senate Bill 757 by Sen. Jim Hendren, R-Gravette, which would create the Private Property Protection Act. Under the bill, a property owner could take a government entity to court…
Magellan Pipeline Seeks Eminent Domain on Slice of Property
“How much would you pay for a .17-acre piece of land to bury something? Magellan Pipeline Company LP, a subsidiary of Magellan Midstream Partners LP of Tulsa, says it’s willing to chip in $468 for…
UCA presents new offer to Papa John’s, explores eminent domain
“The University of Central Arkansas recently presented a new offer to Ozark Pizza Company of Tulsa (d.b.a. Papa John’s) that removes the chance for the pizza chain to remain open at its current location during…
Failed pipeline bill takes center stage in race
“An unsuccessful bill co-sponsored by Sen. Jason Rapert has become a political football in his re-election race against Democrat Tyler Pearson. At Tuesday’s candidate forum at the True Holiness Saint’s Center, Rapert told Pearson that…
Trustees may exercise eminent domain on Wesley Foundation
“The UCA Board of Trustees unanimously passed a request for authorization to proceed with eminent domain on the campus’ Wesley Foundation located at 2302 Bruce St. The property, which would be used for the Lewis…
UCA Board of Trustees unanimous on $310,000 property acquisition
“The board of trustees of UCA hosted a teleconference to discuss contract reviews, Board Policy No. 511, and discussion of eminent domain. A draft budget for contract review was released for review and was discussed….
NLR School District Files For Eminent Domain
“Pre-construction continues for the new North Little Rock High School, but there are a few obstacles school officials still want to work out. For example, the district recently filed a motion to use eminent domain…
Eminent Domain Dispute
“An eminent domain battle in Faulkner County has Conway Corporation digging in its heels… and possibly costing the company big bucks in the process. A new water line leading to a new airport has led…
UALR Offers Land For Tech Park Without Eminent Domain
“In order for UALR to sell the land to the board Anderson said the university has a few conditions. “They would formally commit to the federal guidelines for fair treatment of private property owners who…