Letter to the Editor: Ralph Becker: Billboard legislation represents the worst of Utah politics
“Once again, lobbyists for the outdoor advertising industry are pursuing special-interest legislation in the 2018 Utah Legislature to further undermine citizens’ and local governments’ ability to decide how and where billboards should exist in…
Canceled blight hearing rouses further suspicion in central Ogden
“Tuesday night’s blight hearing cancellation notice and locked front doors to city hall did little to build trust between city officials and residents who live within the nine-block inner-city area in question. The 84-acre Oak…
Audit cites ‘inadequate oversight’ in state economic development program
“A report released Tuesday by the Utah state auditor calls for more statute clarity, consistent administration and transparency in a corporate incentives program through the Governor’s Office of Economic Development. The Corporate Recruitment and Incentives…
In our opinion: Caution is necessary when Utah transit projects engage in the practice of eminent domain
“The use of eminent domain to condemn and acquire private property in order to accommodate a necessary government function has been part of this country since its inception. The Constitution requires that landowners receive “just…
Where’s the beef? Council hears dissent on road project; water restrictions imposed
“Thursday night’s Hurricane City Council meeting started off with a discussion that turned heated between citizens and the city. The discussion centered on a road project that is underway along Hurricane’s 600 North, and the…
Provo Westside Connector project under way after groundbreaking ceremony
“Provo Mayor John Curtis kicked off construction on the new Provo Westside Connector during a groundbreaking ceremony Thursday near the Provo Airport. The new road will stretch approximately 3.7 miles, forming a direct connection between…
Senator pulls Ogden Canyon bill
“A bill that would have allowed the state to use eminent domain to build trails near highways has been pulled by the senator who sponsored it after he spoke to Ogden Canyon residents. The bill,…
Property owners angry about Ogden Canyon bike path legislation
“A bill that would allow the Utah Department of Transportation to use eminent domain to build a pedestrian and bicycle pathway through Ogden Canyon has residents there steaming mad. Senate Bill 249, sponsored by Sen….
Property owners angry about Ogden Canyon bike path legislation
“A bill that would allow the Utah Department of Transportation to use eminent domain to build a pedestrian and bicycle pathway through Ogden Canyon has residents there steaming mad. Senate Bill 249, sponsored by Sen….