School District Eminent Domain Property Acquisition
Summary
Scranton schools may use eminent domain to take the old Penn Foster building because special ed enrollment is surging and space is tight. That could mean a big taxpayer bill and a property owner forced to sell. If you care about school capacity or public spending, keep an eye on it.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 2
Impact analysis
Taxpayers could be on the hook for acquisition and conversion costs, and the final price may depend on litigation or negotiation.
Special education students and district families would gain needed classroom space if the building is converted.
The current property owner could lose the building through condemnation, and taxpayers may bear higher costs.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Scranton School Board plans to purchase former Penn Foster building for $2.2M
Newswatch 16's Jack Culkin spoke with the Scranton School Board president about the potential $2.2 million purchase.
Facing ‘space crisis,’ Scranton School District may use eminent domain to acquire former Penn Foster building
The Scranton School District could take the former Penn Foster building by eminent domain if necessary. With a surge in special education students, the district needs more room.
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