CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – A resolution went before the Montgomery County Commission this week seeking authorization for the acquisition of a tiny portion of land, through eminent domain, to allow for the continuation of John Duke Tyler Boulevard in the Hickory Wild subdivision.
The resolution most recently made its way through the county’s Budget Committee; however, residents in the Hickory Wild community pushed back on the proposal for the 1,000-square-foot piece of land, which is HOA property.
Residents also addressed the commission on Monday night, while Regional Planning Commission Director Jeff Tyndall provided additional context to the proposal, including that the county has every intention of a good faith effort in negotiating to acquire the HOA land.
Resident calls for deferral of resolution, questions process
Hickory Wild HOA vice president Katie Johnson asked for the resolution to be deferred because the HOA has not yet received a written purchase offer, an appraisal, survey, legal description of the property sought, or a proposed acquisition agreement…