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Florence revises eminent‑domain policy to streamline acquisitions and require council authorization for condemnations

Florence Town Council · October 16, 2025
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Summary

Staff presented a condensed revision of the town’s real property acquisition and eminent‑domain policy that clarifies steps, shortens procedural text, requires written offers supported by appraisals, sets a 20‑day response deadline for owners and reserves condemnation authority for council. Council directed staff to bring the revised policy back

At the Oct. 13 work session Florence staff presented a revised real‑property acquisition and eminent‑domain policy designed to shorten and clarify the town’s procedures while preserving statutory protections for property owners. Senior civil engineer Lindsey explained the rewrite consolidates repetitive language, modernizes statutory references and…

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