Port Authority to take land by eminent domain
“In a move more than 10 years in the making, the city’s Port Authority is going forward with plans to take a vacant 11.4-acre property in the South End by eminent domain. “We’re basically trying…
Pipeline Bills Moving This Session, But Maybe Not the Ones You Were Thinking
“The big questions about the future of pipelines in Texas this legislative session revolve around how companies should be able to use eminent domain to build them. Those questions remain unanswered. But while Texas lawmakers…
14-year eminent domain lawsuit yields $14 million payment
“It began more than a decade ago with a $3.5 million offer, but as this paper went to press the Austin City Council was poised to approve a $14.1 million payment that may end a…
City to Hotel Syracuse lender: ‘It’s not over’
“Twice frustrated in their efforts to seize the historic Hotel Syracuse for back taxes, Syracuse officials are considering a more aggressive move to take the property through eminent domain. Mayor Stephanie Miner said today that…
Congressman Sensenbrenner Joins in Fight to Protect Private Property
“Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner (R-WI) reintroduced the Private Property Rights Protection Act yesturday. This bill would provide American citizens with the means to protect their private property from inappropriate claims of eminent domain. If a state…
Enbridge pipeline too close for comfort?
“Imagine an international oil pipeline was coming through your backyard, within 10 feet of your home and business where you are raising four kids – and if you refuse, the company can exercise its power…
County to acquire properties for prison parking
“Lackawanna County plans to acquire three properties near the county prison on North Washington Avenue to create off-street parking for jail employees and visitors. The commissioners introduced an ordinance Wednesday to take the properties by…
Pooler family fights eminent domain
“For months the Patel family, the city and lenders have been negotiating the potential sale of the family’s small shopping center behind Pooler City Hall at 211 W. Highway 80. But a communications breakdown led…
Wounded Knee is American Indians’ Gettysburg: Interior Dept Should Declare Eminent Domain
“Ever since the property at Wounded Knee was put up for sale, American Indians across America have wondered aloud how a place such as Wounded Knee that is so iconic to Native people could even…
Sensenbrenner Reintroduces the Private Property Rights Protection Act
“Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner (R-WI) reintroduced the Private Property Rights Protection Act today. This bill would provide American citizens with the means to protect their private property from inappropriate claims of eminent domain. If a state…