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City negotiators say railroad won’t sell right‑of‑way; development may shift around track
Summary
City staff told the council negotiations with the Union Pacific railroad over a one‑acre right‑of‑way have stalled; the city has increased its offer to $75,000 but the railroad is unwilling to sell, forcing developers to consider building around the track and reducing developable acreage.
City staff told the City Council that negotiations with Union Pacific over a roughly one‑acre railroad right‑of‑way remain unresolved and that the city’s available options are limited, potentially affecting a nearby $90 million development proposal. The mayor and staff reported the city has offered increasing sums to acquire the right‑of‑way but that the railroad typically will not sell. Staff said an earlier offer of…
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