HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004-09 Opposition to Extreme Efforts to Limit the Use of Eminent Domain for the Purpose of Urban RenewalRESOLUTION N0.9
Series of 2004
A RESOLUTION DECLARING VAIL'S TOWN COUNCIL'S OPPOSITION TO
EXTREME EFFORTS TO LIMIT THE USE OF EMINENT DOMAIN FOR THE
PURPOSE OF URBAN RENEWAL
WHEREAS, urban renewal is an essential tool of municipalities to stay fresh and
revitalized.
WHEREAS, urban renewal has proven particularly applicable in revitalizing older
suburbs and thereby preventing further outlying sprawl; and
WHEREAS, it is the right and responsibility of a city to nurture the best interests and
long-term prosperity of all its citizens; and
WHEREAS, local control is a tested, time-honored principle of Colorado government and
western traditions; and
WHEREAS, eminent domain, used responsibly in rare and exceptional circumstances, is
a critical tool for urban renewal and economic revitalization
NOW, THERFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF
THE TOWN OF VAIL, COLORADO, THAT: The Town hereby opposes any attempts to
eliminate or severely restrict the ability of municipalities to revitalize their communities
using all the tools afforded to them by urban renewal, including the use of eminent
domain.
2004.
INTRODUCED, READ, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 17th day of February,
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