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Salt River Waterway Debate Triggers 1987 Property Liabilities
Arizona faces a potential loss of claims to Salt River waterways as a 1987 quick fix would have let property holders buy back land for 25 dollars an acre. The plan was struck down as unconstitutional gifts to private interests, prompting a legislative commission to issue rulings and hold hearings from February 14. Over 6,000 landowners near the river were notified, with a final decision not expected until late spring. State leaders, including House Speaker Mark Killian, fear costly court battles and weigh options from denouncing navigability to seeking constitutional changes. A public meeting in Phoenix aims to explain the issue and show affected maps.
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Arizona
Center For Law In
Public Interest
State Court of Appeals
Killian
State Land Department
Maricopa County
Jefferson St
Phoenix