Council member Miller will propose eminent domain restrictions
“In questioning Mayor Steve Bach’s three nominees to the Colorado Springs Urban Renewal Authority Board on Monday, council member Joel Miller wanted to know where they stand on the use of eminent domain. The issue…
City Council delays confirmation of three Urban Renewal Authority Board members
“City Council postponed a vote to confirm three of Mayor Steve Bach’s appointments to the Colorado Springs Urban Renewal Authority Board. Bach appointed Valerie Hunter, Nolan Schriner and Peter Scoville to sit on the nine-member…
Kentucky House passes bill prohibiting Bluegrass Pipeline from seizing property
“There’s a new potential clog in the proposed Bluegrass Pipeline. The Kentucky House today handed opponents of the project a big victory. After an hour of passionate debate, the House passed a bill designed to…
Tumlin vetoes eminent domain offer; Council tables action on 2 properties, was set to OK 3rd
“An attempt by the city to build a recreation center near downtown Marietta pitted residents against their representatives on the City Council on Wednesday night, resulting in a veto by Mayor Steve Tumlin. Three coveted…
Bill could undo eminent domain case against irrigation district
“A bill that could undo the city of Caldwell’s eminent domain action against Pioneer Irrigation District has made it to the House floor. Members of the House Resources and Conservation Committee voted 14-1 March 11…
Bills would resolve Pioneer-Caldwell fight
“Pioneer Irrigation District and the city of Caldwell could be close to an agreement that would resolve their long-running dispute over stormwater runoff, the use of eminent domain and other issues. If they don’t, Idaho’s…
Portsmouth must remove sewer line, or take land by eminent domain
“A judge has ruled that the city must remove a public sewer line running through Toyota of Portsmouth land owned by Jim Boyle or “obtain easement rights by eminent domain within a reasonable time.” The…
Dixon back on track to create Priority Development Area
“The second-time could be the charm in Dixon as the city revisits a partnership with the Solano Transportation Authority in a plan that could help revitalize its downtown and surrounding areas. The pairing had been…
Sacramento to go ahead with eminent domain for arena
“The city of Sacramento council voted to move ahead with an eminent domain lawsuit to pick up the last piece of the land puzzle for a downtown arena. The city council voted 7-2 on Tuesday…
It’s Time to End Uncivil Discourse
“As State Representative, I am accustomed to hearing from constituents as they present their views and positions on issues being addressed in Harrisburg and here at home. Some agree with me. Some do not. But,…