SE 256th Street property acquisition
City of CovingtonWashington- Detected
- Oct 27, 2026
- 11 days ago
- Sector
- Transportation
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From the meeting
At its October 27, 2026 meeting the council considered an ordinance authorizing property acquisition, disposal, or leasing for the SE 256th Street Widening Project (CIP 1145). The packet said the city had already sent notice letters on October 6, 2026, had commissioned appraisals, and had been negotiating with owners for seven partial acquisitions needed for the road work. The ordinance stated the city manager could proceed by negotiated voluntary purchase or, if needed, condemnation, using CIP funds and previously dedicated TIB and PWTF loan funds.
- Meeting date
- October 27, 2026
- Agency
- City of Covington
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