Targeting ATV trespassing Oct 10, 2008
The task force will look for individuals who are trespassing on private property and damaging the farmers crops with ATVs, dirt bikes and off-road vehicles, Raborn said ... NoObama wrote on Oct 3, 2008 4:03 PM:" How about the ATV's go ride on your private property in your front yard. They can make ruts in your flowerbeds and if they get hurt then they can sue you. ". (New Iberia, LA)
Rounds blasts ballot measure Oct 10, 2008
The National League of Cities, which is supported by dues from the South Dakota Municipal League, also has opposed gun rights and has supported the condemnation of private property to allow the use of land for development projects that will produce more tax revenue, Espenscheid said. The governor said voters usually reject ballot measures that are unclear. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Frat house targeted as site for new apartments in Shippensburg Oct 10, 2008
In the past, drivers drove across private property to get to Martin Avenue and then drove across more private property to get to King Street, according to Bob Weaver, borough code enforcement officer. How to best screen the project from the rear of properties in the 400 block of East King Street, where residents organized in the past to complain about behavior at the fraternity house. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Horse farm hearing draws a crowd Oct 10, 2008
Neighbors of the planned project were overwhelmingly against allowing the project to add more homes but acknowledged private property rights are sacrosanct. Signs went up late last week in the front yards of several Grooms Road homes urging neighbors to attend Monday's town board meeting. (Community News Weekly, NY)
Presidential race gets ugly locally Oct 10, 2008
He said people aren't simply running over them, but taking them off private property. He said just like those who put signs on their lawns, people taking them off "are making a statement in their opposition to Obama.". (Rhinebeck Gazette Advertiser, NY)
Mall road timing may clog solution Cafaro Co. unveils ambitious timeline to complete road project near the mall that presents new challenges to county's transportation system Oct 10, 2008
David DeChristofaro, vice president of engineering and development for Cafaro Co., said appraisals of the private property are almost done ... In addition to mall business owners, there are 16 private property owners who could be taxed in the CDA.. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Ask Dog Lady Oct 10, 2008
Today, with clogged streets and curbs blocked by vehicle tires, the quaint order now means to steer your dog away from private property buildings, fences, stairways and playgrounds where children congregate. Directing your beagle to the grassy strips between the streets and sidewalks is legal and appropriate unless there is signage telling you otherwise. (West Roxbury Transcript, MA)
Thousands defy smoking ban in mass protest Oct 10, 2008
"I'm doing it for the simple reason that this is my home. My wife and I work 200 hours a week in this pub. It's private property. There's no way they can stop us doing it," he said. About 1,000 fellow publicans had also allowed their customers to light up yesterday, he claimed. (Yahoo News -- Smoking)
Signs show fascism could be resurging Oct 10, 2008
Private property and private initiative should be maintained, but these should be contingent upon service to the nation. What you just read is a definition of fascism. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Letters to the editor Oct 10, 2008
Private property owners have the right to do what they wish with their property, adhering to town bylaws, of course. The only way to make changes for building demolition would be for the residents of Wellesley to pass demolition delay bylaws and new zoning bylaws. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Anti-United Nations measure stalls in House vote Oct 10, 2008
The United Nations, through this treaty and that protocol, and this world conference, and that multinational agreement, has every intention of affecting your job, your consumer habits, your private property, your right to spank your child, your paycheck, your ethnic joke, your schools curriculum, etc. down to the smallest detail. (Yahoo News -- United Nations)
Obama's 1/2 hour of airtime Oct 10, 2008
Equal Justice Freedom of Speech Limited Government Power Private Property Rights Religious Tolerance Respect for Women Rule of Law. By Ray. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Sign-burning has chilling ramifications Oct 10, 2008
Sariah wrote on Oct 10, 2008 11:01 AM:" Actually this even took place in my neibor's yard. I was coming home from a date, when I saw that their Oboma sign was on fire. I ran up to their door and woke them up to let them know it was flaming. It was awful. The police came and their child was really frightened. I don't care what your political standpoint is, or who you think should be president, it is extremly rude to defile someones private property. Knowing my neihborhood, it was more than likely... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Deer Starting To Appear On Roadways Oct 10, 2008
Seek permission before parking on private property. Always wear your seatbelt. (Fulton County News, PA)
Widow sues Modesto club in skeet shooting death Oct 10, 2008
Though it's not a violation of state law to carry a loaded gun on private property, several people familiar with shooting ranges said it likely was a violation of club rules. "You don't load your gun until it's your time to shoot," said Stan Siroonian, president of the Fresno Trap and Skeet Club. (Modesto Bee, CA)
It's time to go back to basics Oct 10, 2008
Returning to basics in America means remembering what private property, personal responsibility, and traditional values mean. After the tragedy on Sept. 11, 2001, many got upset with a few evangelical preachers who suggested that the tragedy presented good reason for Americans to check themselves and the moral condition of our society. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Bailout Will Slowly Rebuild Confidence in Markets Oct 10, 2008
- What will he say when all Individual Rights will have been abolished by the government, when there is no private property any more and the government will have all but dictatorial powers: oh, we couldnt help it, we had no choice, we had to do it, otherwise. amtsop. (SmartMoney)
Courting disaster, says Vavi Oct 10, 2008
The ANC and the alliance is not private property. " The UDM 'failed' Nzimande said attempts to change the ANC had failed dismally as had all attempts to break away and start a new party such as the "dwindling UDM" led by Bantu Holomisa. "He [Holomisa] is like a resident fulltime analyst of the ANC and the alliance. (iAfrica.com)
City renews intent to condemn Copeland Avenue billboard Oct 10, 2008
I hate billboards, but it is on private property and the city has no right to condemn it. Who will the city condemn next for private gain. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
City needs to focus on what’s best for Winona Oct 10, 2008
cewoodford wrote on Oct 10, 2008 12:56 AM:" Are you out of your head Jim? So is the foot of the interstate bridge essentially going to feed directly into downtown( and possibly the new government campus)? This is seriously your arguement against this tax-paying private property owner developing his property as he sees fit? THIS is your arguement? And you want to also put a moratorium on riverfront development? I think Winona's gone through a 100+yr moratorium on waterfronmt development already,... (Winona Daily News, MN)
Pinewild Lawsuit Tossed Out Oct 10, 2008
The had asked a federal court to declare that the annexation of Pinewild would be a "taking of private property for public use" that requires compensation ... "The village of Pinehurst has enacted an the Pinewild community and all of its private property against the will of its property owners. "Upon completion of the annexation process, plaintiff property owners will lose valuable property, privacy and contract rights, sustain an estimated $54 million diminution in market value of their... (The Pilot Newspaper)
State Still Seeks Ways to Help Riverbend Oct 10, 2008
State law prohibits local governments from spending taxpayer money, including in-kind service such as equipment and personnel, on repairs or construction on private property. Autumn Road is private and is not maintained by the N.C. Department of Transportation. (The Pilot Newspaper)
No, Barack, Medical Care is Not a 'Right' Oct 10, 2008
We created armed forces (and finally an adequate border patrol) to protect our people s life and liberty from foreign invasion, and then police to protect our pursuit of happiness in the form of private property ... Will we violate truly inalienable rights of our citizens by taking more and more of their private property through taxation to pay for an inefficient system of government run health care. (Human Events Online)
GOP leaders blame Obama supporters for vandalism Oct 10, 2008
Gary wrote on Oct 9, 2008 12:04 PM:" I won't be surprised when this 'prank' which probably took less than 10 minutes to clean-up is used as an example of Obama's supporters being terrorists. The definition of vandalism is the "willful or malicious destruction of public or private property". This was willful but innocuous, and apparently nothing was destroyed. Respect the English language, please. ". 1125 KPH wrote on Oct 9, 2008 12:03 PM:" What's dumber than putting Obama signs up in Wyoming?... (Cody Enterprise, WY)
To the Editor: Respect candidate yard signs Oct 10, 2008
It has come to our attention that campaign yard signs on private property in Otsego County have been removed by unknown third parties. We are both enthusiastic about all of the candidates of our respective parties and agree that voters should make their decision this election based on the merits of the candidates. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Held: Council skirts real issue Oct 8, 2008
Police Chief William Gumm said there is no limit to the number of vehicles on private property, as long as they are licensed, ensured and on a hard surface, so owners can repair their cars on private property, but not on the street. As for complaints, the department documents citizen concerns and investigates those complaints based on the order they were received and the availability of staff, but there is a process and procedures in place to resolve such issues, despite a request for immediate... (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
More setbacks shackle methane drilling plans Oct 8, 2008
Fowler's is the first attempt to plumb coal seams in populated areas for the lucrative gas since Colorado's Evergreen Resources Inc. left the state in 2004 amid fears of private property invasion and fouled water. Last October, amid largely good reviews for "environmentally friendly" methane drilling plans, Fowler got a Matanuska-Susitna Borough permit to drill a pilot well in the field. (Anchorage Daily News)
A bailout for all bad decisions? Oct 8, 2008
American cornerstones such as individual initiative and an entrepreneurial spirit -- born in free and open societies with private property rights and the rule of law have never fit particularly well within the context of an ever-growing federal government. For 200 years, the business model in our country has rested on a simple fact: that while one may reap rewards from taking risks, one should also be prepared to face the consequences of those risks. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Ask Dog Lady: Curb your dog and your urge to argue Oct 8, 2008
Today, with clogged streets and curbs blocked by vehicle tires, the quaint order now means to steer your dog away from private property buildings, fences, stairways and playgrounds where children congregate. Directing your beagle to the grassy strips between the streets and sidewalks is legal and appropriate unless there is signage telling you otherwise. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Vote yes for our valley’s future Oct 8, 2008
Freedom wrote on Oct 7, 2008 5:43 PM:" This is a typical effort by radical government officials to obtain private property in order to render it useless or in other words to preserve it, supposedly for the good of the community. Of course if the citizens dont want to pay for it then there are other ways for the government officials to obtain the property. They could condemn it and take it. Justifying their action that it is for a public use or for the good of the community. The courts... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Some owners rent out homes as corporate housing Oct 8, 2008
In 2007, the average rental on a private property rented out for corporate use topped $3,600 for a three-bedroom apartment, according to corporatehousingbyowner. com. (USA Today -- Money)
WisDOT asks campaign workers to be safe, obey laws regarding political signs Oct 8, 2008
With the landowner s consent, political signs are allowed on private property without a billboard permit as long as the signs do not exceed 32 square feet and contain no flashing lights or moving parts. Enforcement. (Menomonie Dunn County News, WI)
Riverbend Assistance Rejected Oct 8, 2008
State law prohibits local governments from spending taxpayer money on improvements to private property, including private roads and bridges. A culvert under Autumn Drive was washed out several weeks ago when torrential rains from Tropical Storm Hanna delivered more than six inches of precipitation within a matter of hours. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Animal Ordinance Approved Oct 8, 2008
The ordinance also does not address the issue of hunting dogs running onto private property, a problem that always attracts bitter debate at hearings on the subject of hunting deer with dogs ... Hopkins unrolled a lengthy printout from the county tax office listing all the private property within a designated area in which hunting dogs have been known to collect while on the run ... The feral cat issue and a section controlling the use of traps on private property were the only subjects drawing... (The Pilot Newspaper)
Indianola Slam Fishing tournament Saturday Oct 8, 2008
Texas Cemeteries Visitation Day will be held from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 5 Descendants have the right to access private property to decorate a gravesite. For more information, contact 552-5931. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Special Town Meeting warrant Oct 8, 2008
It is intended to preserve visibility of pedestrian, vehicular and motorized vehicular traffic on both public and private property, as they relate to each other. 10A.2 Special Permit Granting Authority (SPGA). (Beacon Villager, MA)
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Why spend so much on an ad? Oct 8, 2008
The downed trees from the private property stayed there. Mr. Carper informed me that the remaining trees are on private property and that we should contact the owners. (Florida Times-Union)
Four non-compliant recall signs taken down by LPD Oct 8, 2008
On Thursday, LPD ordinance officer Kevin Buchheit took down three school board anti-recall signs in the downtown area that did not meet city ordinance requirements and a pro-recall sign on private property near Wal-Mart ... Political signs and garage sale signs in the right of way or on placed on private property without the owner's consent may be confiscated. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Oregon Recreation Report (38) Oct 8, 2008
Much of the creek meanders through private property so pay attention to your location and secure permission before fishing on private land. FREEWAY LAKES (south of Albany): Largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Briefing Book: Shooting for the sweet spot Oct 7, 2008
"And I believe the Second Amendment ought to be preserved which means no gun control.'' The proposals put forward by Obama, on the other hand, indicate a preference toward government restrictions intended to curb crime. During a debate on the eve of the Pennsylvania primary, Obama described the right to bear arms as parallel to the right to own private property. In both cases, he said, local governments can regulate how the right is used, as with zoning laws in the case of property. Obama... (MSNBC -- Politics)
Concerns aired over trailer park safety (52) Oct 7, 2008
Get your facts straight wrote on Oct 1, 2008 3:20 PM:" Mobile home installation inspections are done by the state not the city of Benson. Quite often the elect line is buried in the same ditch as a water line and are approved by the state. all necessary precautions are taken and are not dangerous. Main sewer lines are placed and maintained by the utility which in this case is the City of Benson. Sewer lines running from the homes to the main line are the responsibility of the home owner and... (Benson San Pedro Valley News Sun, AZ)
Thousands defy smoking ban in mass protest Oct 7, 2008
"I'm doing it for the simple reason that this is my home. My wife and I work 200 hours a week in this pub. It's private property. There's no way they can stop us doing it," he said. About 1,000 fellow publicans had also allowed their customers to light up yesterday, he claimed. (Yahoo News -- Smoking)
Anti-United Nations measure stalls in House vote Oct 7, 2008
The United Nations, through this treaty and that protocol, and this world conference, and that multinational agreement, has every intention of affecting your job, your consumer habits, your private property, your right to spank your child, your paycheck, your ethnic joke, your schools curriculum, etc. down to the smallest detail. (Yahoo News -- United Nations)
Cumberland Is. to get motor tours Oct 7, 2008
A handful of Carnegie, Rockefeller and Candler heirs still retain private property here. Still, most visitors get to see only a sliver of Cumberland s striking mixture of untamed maritime forest and luxurious Victorian getaway homes. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Justices Consider Rights Issues Oct 7, 2008
The Bush administration argues in the banner case that schools have broad leeway to ban student speech that conflicts with "a school's basic educational mission." And rancher Harvey Frank Robbins asks that the court recognize that the Fifth Amendment protections of private property rights also contain a guarantee against retaliation and a right to sue government officials for conspiracy. The justices seemed especially animated by the banner case, hardly able to let one another finish a thought... (Yahoo News -- Supreme Court)
Tales & Scales: Trying to reason with hunting season (1) Oct 7, 2008
I bring this up because I hear more and more complaints about hunters in the area who can't find places to hunt due to increased leasing, or just out and out posting of private property. I explained to the most recent guy that much of it is because of such behavior as the guy I was talking about above. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
NPPs Cup Of Lies Is Full -NDC Oct 7, 2008
Besides, he immorally paid himself two years salary advance and not long after devalued the currency Busia refused to live in the official presidential residence and used public funds to renovate his private property and lived there. Years later, in line with the traditions Personal Property Owning philosophy, president Kufuor also refused to live in the Castle and used public funds to complete works on his private residence. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Keep It Rural Calaveras responds to Chamber endorsement Oct 7, 2008
Finally, the Chamber board uses the popular phrase "private property rights" as if the concept trumps county and state laws, and exists for developers but not the ordinary citizens who own property impacted by development. We are surprised at the Chamber's demeaning attitude toward the many citizens of western Calaveras County who understand that the illegally built golf course is being used to pressure decision makers to approve a project that is bad for our area. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Flood risk information offered to area residents Oct 7, 2008
It is also important to understand that, as the folks in Allegan County found out this spring, without a federal disaster declaration there is little the state or local governments can do to help individual homeowners and private property owners who have suffered flood damage. Even with federal assistance, private property owners are still expected to carry their own flood insurance. (Paw Paw Courier Leader, MI)
No Disaster Funds for River Bend Oct 7, 2008
State law prohibits local governments from using taxpayer money on private property. "I feel very strongly about it," McKenzie said. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Gunbarrel efforts will benefit future fire management Oct 7, 2008
Looking back on this fire, we didn't lose any private property, except a doghouse, he added ... 3 million lawsuit filed by Jeff Mummery, the fire was a great success in that we didn't lose any private property, and there were no major injuries to firefighters, Dawson said ... Aside from protecting private property, one of the biggest benefits of the Gunbarrel Fire was building stronger relationships with community leaders and local agency members, Dawson added. (Cody Enterprise, WY)
Main Street To Reopen At Downtown Las Cruces Oct 7, 2008
A proposed civic plaza did not go through east of Main Street because negotiations for private property failed. The money that would have been used could get Main Street opened up soon. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Hunting-dog owners try to keep foes at bay in face of cultural opposition Oct 6, 2008
Even other hunters object to a Virginia right-to-retrieve law viewed as the most absolute in the nation: Hunters have free reign to chase after dogs that stray onto posted private property. Proponents are rising to protect their right to hunt, mindful that other Southern states have already limited or eliminated certain forms of the sport because of complaints from property owners. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
How to harvest and handle black walnuts Oct 6, 2008
Always ask for permission to pick up nuts on private property. Black walnuts should be harvested once they mature. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Is Bush's parting gift to hunters too little, too late? Oct 6, 2008
Establish short-and long-term goals to conserve wildlife and manage wildlife habitats to ensure healthy and productive populations of game animals in a manner that respects state management authority over wildlife resources and private property rights. Seek the advice of state fish and wildlife agencies, and, as appropriate, consult with the Sporting Conservation Council in respect to Federal activities to recognize and promote the economic and recreational values of hunting and wildlife... (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Signs show fascism could be resurging Oct 6, 2008
Private property and private initiative should be maintained, but these should be contingent upon service to the nation. What you just read is a definition of fascism. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Letters for Sunday, October 5, 2008 Oct 6, 2008
Hunters: Get permission to hunt on private property. Ask around, especially if you are hunting bear; land owners can probably tell you if there has been a female bear with cubs hanging around. (Missoulian, MT)
U.S. to Expand Domestic Use Of Spy Satellites Oct 6, 2008
Although the courts have permitted warrantless aerial searches of private property by law-enforcement aircraft, there are no cases involving the use of satellite technology. In recent years, some military experts have questioned whether domestic use of such satellites would violate the Posse Comitatus Act. (Yahoo News -- Law Enforcement)
McGuinty and Charest hiding details of trade deal Oct 6, 2008
It essentially raises private property rights above almost all other considerations in provincial and federal law. Why aren't we debating this. (Rabble.ca)
Prospecting at the Emmaville Gemfes... Oct 5, 2008
It costs $5 to join the convoy of 4 WD s out to private property in the Emmaville area. The Emmaville Country Music Festival is free for all campers. (Suite101.com)
Stream access ruling brings clarity Oct 5, 2008
Kennedy and others also formally intervened in the case, arguing that a bridge right of way was only as wide the bridge itself, so the fences were actually on private property. "No one seriously argues that the public has a right to cross private property," Tucker said in his ruling. (Montana Standard, MT)
Fight nights in Farmington Oct 5, 2008
If two people want to voluntarily spar each other on private property, they can go ahead. If they were engaging in this type of activity and someone loses their temper and it turns into someone trying to hurt the other it changes things. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Staying on target: Normal's uptown renovation hitting goals Oct 5, 2008
The town and owners could not reach an agreement on the selling price and the town pursued eminent domain, the legal right by a government to acquire private property for a public purpose as long as the owner is compensated. The case ended up in court. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Take me to the river: Float trip focuses on issues surrounding streamside protection Oct 5, 2008
A year ago, Missoula County proposed a streamside setback for new development, but many residents especially those in outlying areas criticized the idea as a taking of private property. The proposal died; interest in streamside protection remains strong. (Missoulian, MT)
Two state agencies scrutinize expenses Oct 5, 2008
The department's ongoing firefighting role is not being reduced because of its essential role in protecting life, natural resources and private property, Boyum said, although ways to cut costs have been implemented without harming emergency services. "My goal is to take a common-sense approach to tighten our budget belt and still get our essential jobs done," Boyum said. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
