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City attorney briefs council on eminent‑domain process and property‑owner rights
Summary
Jennifer Ritchie of Messer Fort PLLC presented an overview of the eminent‑domain legal process, required notice steps and timelines under Texas law, and answered council questions about timing and voluntary acquisitions.
City attorney Jennifer Ritchie presented a legal overview of eminent domain to the Bruceville‑Eddy City Council on Jan. 23, describing state and constitutional authorities, statutory notice steps and the typical timeline for condemnation proceedings.
Ritchie told council members the United States and Texas constitutions permit government takings for public use but require the payment of fair market value. She described the statutory sequence under Texas law: a bona fide initial offer, delivery of the Texas…
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