County passes eminent domain clause, but not happily
“The Baker County Board of Commissioners reluctantly approved a resolution at its meeting last week that would allow it to “exercise the right of eminent domain” regarding right-of-way acquisition on the Best Frontage Road project….
Be cautious with eminent domain
“Government of the people by the people and for the people is dependent on faith in our beliefs. Our storied history is filled with accounts of people who answered the challenge and carried the day…
Eminent domain sought for Medford bike trail
“Medford officials may file eminent domain proceedings this week to create the first leg of a Larson Creek Trail in southeast Medford. But they say they don’t expect to condemn any property. The City Council…
Bike path moves forward on ‘friendly’ terms
“A key piece of the puzzle to construct a recreation trail from the village to Fish Hatchery Road fell into place Monday. Lisa Robbins, the niece of Dora and Betty Keller, owners of the Alpine…
Beaverton School District settles eminent domain case for $3.7 million
“Beaverton School District settled an eminent domain case to acquire property near South Cooper Mountain for $3.7 million late Tuesday night, far less than the $9 million sought by the property owners. The 31 acres,…
Eminent domain not considered for Tule Lake unit
“Mike Reynolds, superintendent for the Tule Lake Unit and Lava Beds National Monument, said questions and comments about expanding the former Tule Lake Detention-Segregation center have been frequently asked during the ongoing series of public…
Dispute over Straub land value heads to court
“Two schools sit atop grassy hills of what was once the farmland of former Gov. Robert Straub, surrounded by winding roads that loop through West Salem. Before Straub Middle School and Kalapuya Elementary School opened…
Settlement expected to be reached in Straub land eminent domain case
“Salem-Keizer school district officials are expected to resolve an eminent domain case over the property value of farmland used to build two schools without going to trial Tuesday. “We’re going to settle this case,” Paul…
ODOT uses eminent domain for Bend land
“The Oregon Department of Transportation wants Les Schwab Tire Centers to sell land that’s needed for a $45 million overhaul of U.S. Highway 97. The Bulletin newspaper reports that the agency has filed a lawsuit…
ODOT using eminent domain for Les Schwab land
“he Oregon Department of Transportation wants Les Schwab Tire Centers to sell land that’s needed for a $45 million overhaul of U.S. Highway 97. The Bulletin newspaper reports that the agency has filed a lawsuit…