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Property owners press Davenport over condemnation notices tied to flood‑mitigation projects
Summary
At least three business owners and residents testified that they received form letters about possible temporary easements or condemnation with little follow‑up; public‑works staff said condemnation authorization is a routine, early step for federally funded projects and pledged to do more direct outreach and share project plans.
Multiple property and business owners confronted Davenport city staff on Dec. 3 over notices that their property might be affected by right‑of‑way acquisitions and temporary construction easements for forthcoming flood‑mitigation projects.
Director Merrick explained that when construction goes beyond the public right‑of‑way, staff must secure private easements and, where negotiations stall or owners cannot be reached, condemnation authorization is an…
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