Oak Ridge council adopts updated Land Bank goals after debate on displacement language
Jan 12, 2026
Jan 12, 2026
Council approved amendments to the Oak Ridge Land Bank Corporation’s goals and bylaws after discussion about wording on mitigating gentrification and whether the land bank should pursue neighborhood-compatible land and partnerships; the resolution passed by voice vote (7-0).
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The Oak Ridge City Council adopted a resolution updating the Land Bank Corporation’s goals and bylaws after members questioned phrasing related to gentrification, displacement and neighborhood compatibility.
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