Letters to the editor (10/7/08) Oct 7, 2008
The borough refuses to take a stand on existing trails that have been in place for years and willingly allows these right of ways to be lost forever. The state collects trail development funding through the TRAAKS program at the gas pump and should use a portion of this money to fund legal fights for these historic right of ways ... Now the Iditarod Trail right of way is threatened and past history shows it too will be lost. (Anchorage Daily News)
Council eyes sewer, garbage rate hikes Oct 7, 2008
The city is looking to vacate the unneeded right of way to four property owners near the 2000 block of Airport Road. The vacation is subject to reservations for easements of utilities which may exist in the public right of way. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Proper yielding Oct 6, 2008
Under Massachusetts law, the onus is on drivers entering a highway from an onramp to yield right of way to vehicles traveling on the highway. Drivers on ramps should travel at a reasonable speed, taking into consideration the posted advisory speed, as well as weather conditions. (Boston Globe)
An unyielding situation Oct 6, 2008
Theories abound to explain how two drivers can be on course for a high-speed crash and at least one of them is not sure - or couldn't care less - who has the right of way: outdated highways designed for bygone speeds and traffic volumes; drivers who have no clue as to the rules of the road; drivers who derive misplaced pride from being downright rude on the road ... Many people, he added, drive for years after they've forgotten the right way to interpret right of way. (Boston Globe)
Kokua Line: Stand-up paddleboarders annoy some swimmers at Ala Moana Beach Park Oct 6, 2008
But, regarding regulating who has the right of way, "Part of it is just a matter of common sense and courtesy," he said. "Everyone thinks they have the right of way, especially swimmers, (because) they've been there a long time." ... But, regarding regulating who has the right of way, "Part of it is just a matter of common sense and courtesy," he said. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Escondido: Olga Diaz says she represents ordinary residents in race for City Council Oct 6, 2008
" To Public Safety wrote on Oct 5, 2008 12:49 AM:You're wrong. Olga has never opposed the police department on any issue. NCT: Why do you let people print comments that are factually untrue? thanks Olga wrote on Oct 5, 2008 1:07 AM:you're a fresh breath of air!!! Escondido needs you. Escondido business owner and resident wrote on Oct 5, 2008 7:35 AM:As a business owner and resident in this community I am disappointed in my fellow inhabitants. The immigration problems were here way before Olga... (North County Times)
Supreme Court Chief Taken to Hospital After Fall Oct 6, 2008
The reported last year that the house is about 225 feet from shore, with a right of way to the beach and a water view toward Port Clyde General Store on the mainland. The island has 20 to 30 homes and more than a mile of shoreline. (Yahoo News -- Supreme Court)
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 ... "This argument need not be analyzed." The only issue at hand is "the width of the right of way at the location where a bridge exists upon a county road," the judge wrote ... The law allows bridges to be narrower, but the right of way is automatically 60 feet "unless otherwise ordered by the board of county... (Montana Standard, MT)
Investigation continues into bike fatality (63) Oct 5, 2008
zooey wrote on Oct 4, 2008 8:06 AM:" Wait a minute. Misjudged? If the bike was heading north, making a right and the log truck headed south, making a left onto Chapel, that log truck is required by law to yeild and wait for that cyclist to complete the turn. That's the law. So any misjudging is going to have been on the part of the log truck, making a turn with an oncoming bike. Sounds to me like the log truck turned and those things lumber and turn slowly, disregarding the bike and the bike... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Young drivers need better role models Oct 5, 2008
Did the laws change about Wisconsin pedestrians having a right of way. Perhaps when adults get their license renewed, they should receive a reminder of the basic rules of driving. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
The end is near for West Avenue construction Oct 5, 2008
25 million in right of way from 48 properties. More News. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Fatal Steuben crash: Driver did pass some sobriety tests Oct 5, 2008
Carl Barcomb, the driver of the other vehicle in which Gribneau, 36, of Boonville was riding, still faces a traffic ticket for failure to yield the right of way at a stop sign, prosecutors said. Crash investigation Interviews last week with Oneida County District Attorney Scott McNamara and sheriff s officials revealed their thinking process in the hours after Razzano s vehicle collided with Barcomb s vehicle at the intersection of Route 274 and Soule Road. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Residents seem OK with Hartley Road widening project Oct 5, 2008
McGregor said they will do that, although some of the right of way is needed so city maintenance crews can get to the creek for maintenance. As to the project's impact, access to homes along the road will be maintained during construction, estimated to end in the spring or summer of 2010. (Florida Times-Union)
Newport in the Gilded Age Oct 4, 2008
They re accessible via Cliff Walk, a public right of way. Newport, R.I. It s easy to spend a few hours in this historic little city and be reminded of the famous observation of the very rich being different from you and me. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
City moving on camera plan Oct 4, 2008
" Freemason Cyclist wrote on Oct 2, 2008 3:14 PM:" While this may be a money making scheme by the city this will make thigns safer for cross traffic that has the right of way on green. As an experienced cyclist who ride on the public roadways all the time in this city I have lost count of how many times a red light runner almost hit me when I was crossing at W 8th and Hamilton or Stone Park Blvd & Hamilton. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
County hopes to complete road work by years end Oct 4, 2008
An ordinance that requires public utilities to pay to move their lines when the county needs the right of way for something else. No one spoke in opposition to the move at a public meeting before the vote. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Bicyclist killed in crash (187) Oct 4, 2008
safebiker1 wrote on Oct 3, 2008 10:33 AM:" So if I understand this correctly, a cyclist with the right of way riding in a busy area is attempted to be passed by a vehicle without the right of way and is tragically killed in the encounter. And local law enforcement sees no problem with this ?After ten years of cycling on these rural roads I have lost count of the number of times I have been ran off the shoulder by speeding vehicles with no opposing traffic that refuse to pass at a lawful and safe... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Lewisville: Dallas officer injured in motorcycle crash Oct 4, 2008
She was issued a citation for failure to yield right of way turning left. Taylor said she will not face additional charges. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
GENERAL ELECTION Oct 3, 2008
Signs, including banners, are not allowed on any state highway right of way, including roadway shoulders, medians and ditches; bridges, trees and other natural features; traffic control signs and devices; and posts, gates and fences. If a sign is improperly posted on state highway right of way and it constitutes an immediate and dangerous hazard, it will be removed by the Iowa DOT without notice. (The Guthrian, IA)
Ruling allows river access Oct 3, 2008
"It destroys some of the arguments that these people have made regarding the width of the right of way," he said ... "The result of Judge Tucker's findings remind me an awful lot of Madison County's initial proposal to guarantee access from bridges and still allow fences in the right of way," he said. (Montana Standard, MT)
Police crack down on bad driving habit Oct 3, 2008
In Connecticut, a motorist must stop and yield the right of way to pedestrians and bicyclists who are lawfully in any part of the intersection's crosswalk. It also is the responsibility of pedestrians to use the crosswalks properly, and wait for a green walk signal before crossing the street. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Lights are changing too quickly Oct 3, 2008
crosswalks wrote on Oct 1, 2008 2:46 PM:" At least there are crosswalk lights at that intersection. There are so many in town where there are crosswalk lines but no light and you have to physically get out in the street before traffic will stop for you. And even then it is questionable whether they will stop! I have had to jump back up on the curb many times to avoid being hit. What happened to pedestrians have the right of way? I don't know how I can teach my kids to safely cross the street... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Tubac shops lose 'interfering' with business lawsuit Oct 3, 2008
Vsquez noted that even if the chamber had put the booths where marked in the public right of way, the organization had obtained the necessary permits. Nor were the appellate judges persuaded by the argument of economic harm. (AZCentral -- Business)
One In Custody Following Truck vs House Collision Oct 3, 2008
Posted by: dude Location: texas on Oct 2, 2008 at 10:39 AM what about the guy driving the house, did he have the right of way. was it a head on collision. (KWTX.com, TX)
California Focus: Here we go again: Californians asked to borrow billions more Oct 3, 2008
Especially with major building projects like new freeways or rail lines, it can take a decade or longer before the state has even bought up the full right of way needed to begin construction ... Sid wrote on Oct 1, 2008 12:07 PM:" Prop 1A, High Speed Rail (HSR) Bond's a BOONDOGGLE of the HSR Commission spending nearly $10 million in tax dollars over the past 6 years. It has: -No current business plan-No private investors, only taxpayers-No right of way agreements in critical areas with the Union... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Big visions, harsh realities rise from Master Plan Oct 3, 2008
Atkinson said that parking along the street right of way was the primary solution, but that they would require better diagrams from the city, including street widths and such. "Build the town, and let the parking follow," Atkinson said. (Bandera Bulletin, TX)
School students suffering from trash train stench — officials Oct 3, 2008
Friday October 03, 2008. School students suffering from trash train stench officials by Ben Hogwood, Assistant Editor10/02/2008. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Mullins grade project up for new hearing Oct 3, 2008
Multiple alignment alternatives have been considered, and for each potential route, there was the option of building at grade or with an overpass over the railroad right of way ... Right of way acquisition costs are being controlled by curving the road where necessary to avoid residential properties. (Bradford County Telegraph, FL)
City Council discusses Commercial Drive and OK's offer Oct 3, 2008
Also, the city needs to make sure their right of way is protected. "I say we build the road for these folks and stop," Bower said. (Kalona News, IA)
City, State to Meet to Discuss Highway 50 Plans Sep 25, 2008
He added that the state needs one more parcel of land for right of way and the final plans will be complete in January or February 2009. In March, the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) first met with landowners requesting land for the Highway 50 widening project. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
ENCINITAS: Council puts sidewalk dining on the menu Sep 25, 2008
Public right of way an issue for some restaurants ... "I would like to see an imaginary line along the sidewalk so that we can see how much railing would be in the right of way, and not just in downtown but in Leucadia and Cardiff as well, " said Councilwoman Teresa Barth ... Cardiff resident George Hejduk said the encroachment of the right of way along the Coast Highway sidewalks has "been blatantly offensive," with walkers having to navigate through tables, chairs, umbrellas and dogs. (North County Times)
More of this story... Sep 25, 2008
Route #3 seems less intrusive and already has substantial right of way. . (The Exeter Sun, CA)
Little known parking law leaves car owners livid (209) Sep 25, 2008
"Furthermore, Brooks said, the ordinance applies to vehicles parked off asphalt, on dirt shoulders or on vegetation."The whole right of way is subject," Brooks said. "Not just the paved road. "There are no signs posted anywhere within Malibu citing the 72-hour parking restrictions. The city of Santa Monica, which uses the same municipal code, does not have signs posted within that city either.Adrian Garcia of parking enforcement at the Santa Monica Police Department, said, "That's just part of... (Malibu Times, CA)
Lawmakers oppose easement at Bear Butte Sep 24, 2008
Rail right of way then frequently goes to adjacent landowners or is converted for use as a hiking and biking trial, he said. "They are certainly not perpetual. They are indefinite," Bezpaletz told the lawmakers. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Special Report: The State of Morrisville Sep 24, 2008
Faulkner says widening all of N.C. 54 will not be easy because most of the road is within the railroad s right of way. Reader Comments. (Raleigh Triangle Business Journal, NC)
Asphalt, asphalt everywhere, but nary a place to park Sep 24, 2008
Koimn was referring to the idea of turning current street right of way into parking spaces, a possibility outlined in the city's as-yet unadopted Master Plan. "It's not wise to spend this money just to spend it," Koimn said. (Bandera Bulletin, TX)
Navasota council praises city staff Sep 24, 2008
Since a property owner did not grant the city a utility easement, additional engineering and modifications to the project were performed, and Texas Department of Transportation permits were obtained to allow utilities to be installed in TxDOT right of way. The added engineering cost the city an additional 5,000. (Navasota Examiner, TX)
Power co. to reroute big power line in Pa. Sep 23, 2008
Power co. to reroute big power line in Pa. The 500-kilovolt transmission line was to originate in Washington County, continue for 37 miles in the southwestern corner of Pennsylvania and then cross into West Virginia on its way to Loudoun County, Va. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Pedaling through 5 counties Sep 23, 2008
Brevard's 11-mile portion is expected to cost $8 million to develop and would include drainage, landscaping and right of way improvements, according to a Sept. 20 story in Florida Today newspaper. Milissa Holland, a Flagler County commissioner, said they had already developed a route along State Road A1A, but "we primarily want the areas that we need to connect the north and south parts. We're still working on it.". (The St. Augustine Record)
Hip Amsterdam a winning destination for teens Sep 23, 2008
(We quickly learn that bikers have the right of way. We laugh at how some of the historic houses lean in a bit -- on purpose we learn. (CNN -- Travel)
ENCINITAS: Council to reconsider sidewalk dining policy Sep 23, 2008
According to the staff report, 18 restaurants have sidewalk dining in the public right of way within the downtown area and 17 of them have obtained encroachment permits. The fee for such a permit is 150. (North County Times)
How to pass a bike on road Sep 23, 2008
PublicPlaces wrote on Sep 22, 2008 3:40 PM:" Now what I would like to also see is the enforcement of traffic laws when it comes to cyclists as well. Because I believe they are expected to follow the same "rules of the road" that motor vehicles do....stopping at stop signs, yielding right of way, allowing for pedestrians to cross. It amazes me that I can be cited for driving too close to someone on a bicycle, but that same cyclist can breeze right on through a stop sign without a second glance.... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Guest commentary: Living in a dogs world Sep 23, 2008
They should always have the right of way. 3. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Broadway broadens pedestrian access Sep 23, 2008
That leads to initiatives that range from educating motorists about a pedestrian's right of way to creating sidewalks where there were none. "This is really the traditional way to build a society, to make it a walkable, livable space," says Jeffrey Miller, president of the Thunderhead Alliance for Biking and Walking, a national coalition of state and local organizations. (USA Today -- News)
Westside Residents Oppose Road Closure Sep 23, 2008
Residents in the surrounding area said a sign that reads, "Notice, permanent closing of this right of way is being considered," was the first indication they may soon see some changes that would bring them closer to the complex. An ordinance is in front of the City Council that if passed would permanently close a portion of Woodcrest Road. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Ask the Tribune: What's going on with 13th? Sep 22, 2008
Signs must be placed behind the property line and are prohibited in the public right of way, which is the area located between the curb and the back of the sidewalk ... City employees will remove signs that are in the public right of way or violate city code in any other way if they are noticed or encountered during the course of performing other jobs. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Lawmaker criticizes Munster flood response Sep 22, 2008
stubborn homeowners delayed levee project wrote on Sep 19, 2008 7:57 AM:" Dan Gardner said that to complete the project that would have stopped the flooding, the commission has to acquire rights of way and easements, especially in people's private backyards. The process has delayed the project.Dan Gardner is the executive director of the Little Calumet River Commission. So if these people who would not give the right of way and easement along the river had worried less about a few trees, they... (Munster Times, IN)
Survival lessons for Mason Citys racetrack streets Sep 22, 2008
We understand you missed that chapter Hello, Mr. Right of Way ... And we thank those coming from the opposite direction who stop and wave us through, although they, as oncoming traffic, have the Right of Way for spiritual enlightenment. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Council to consider traffic safety issues Sep 21, 2008
Also, state law says that every pedestrian crossing any place other than a marked crosswalk or intersection has to yield the right of way to the vehicle, said Nelson. The city council will vote on a number of other Traffic Safety Committee recommendations unrelated to the hospital. (Pekin Times, IL)
Road rules misunderstood: Quiz yourself Sep 21, 2008
Livestock has the right of way when crossing a road, according to the WisDOT. If someone is riding or leading a frightened animal and signals distress, drivers must stop until the animal is under control, the department stated. 15) True. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Bus, light rail train collide in Los Angeles Sep 21, 2008
"We don't know who had the right of way.". More than an hour after the accident, the smell of compressed natural gas leaking from the bus was still strong. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Police Beat: Sept. 21, 2008 Sep 21, 2008
Harrell had the right of way in the intersection when his truck was struck by Hall s vehicle. Sept. 16, 5:51 p.m., Parks Hwy. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
All about equality Sep 20, 2008
City Attorney Dave Nielsen added that if the city knows about a bad sidewalk but doesn't compel the party that fronts the sidewalk to get it fixed, that the city can be held liable if someone falls or trips and hurts themselves since the city owns the right of way. "If we put them on notice and they don't respond, we're liable," Nielsen said. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Cause of L.A. train-bus crash probed Sep 20, 2008
"We don't know who had the right of way.". The bus looked like it had been broadsided by the train, with a large dent on one side and a bend in the roof. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Supreme Court Chief Taken to Hospital After Fall Sep 20, 2008
The reported last year that the house is about 225 feet from shore, with a right of way to the beach and a water view toward Port Clyde General Store on the mainland. The island has 20 to 30 homes and more than a mile of shoreline. (Yahoo News -- Supreme Court)
FERC approves Bradwood LNG plant Sep 20, 2008
grams wrote on Sep 19, 2008 10:35 PM:" TDN Bad Boy. I guess Gimpy is right. One can't present facts to a space which is inhabited by a big brick! Flash. I am a registered Republican! How will money filter up the river from the Astoria area for the three plus years of this construction? And Trapper says it right and from the mouth of the psudo moguls in regard to jobs. I am not familiar with the Missouri, Ohio pipeline. were a majority of those plots already included in the previous pipeline... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Woman struck, killed by school bus Sep 20, 2008
While both Ms. Thumshirn-Klimo and the driver had a green light, the pedestrian always has the right of way, Assistant Chief Bryant said. The section of Shady between Monitor and Morrowfield Avenue was blocked off for about three hours while accident investigators, a homicide detective and officials from the mobile crime unit reviewed the scene. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Bus, Train Collide In L.A. Sep 20, 2008
"We don't know who had the right of way.". The crash comes just a week after a Metrolink commuter train smashed into a freight train in the San Fernando Valley, about 30 miles northwest of downtown, killing 25 people and injuring more than 130. (CBS News -- US)
Users to pay for new sewer lines Sep 20, 2008
By choosing to assess property owners for the cost of connecting the service lateral from the main to the right of way, the city government may recoup about $100,000 of the approximate $2. 5 million total cost for the first phase of the sewer master plan completion, according to Hobby. (Bainbridge Post Searchlight, GA)
Committing a crime speeds up travel Sep 19, 2008
The answer for who has the right of way may be spelled out in the vehicle code, but it certainly won't be answered in State College anytime soon. Jessica Turnbull is a senior majoring in journalism and is The Daily Collegian's Friday columnist. (Daily Collegian, PA)
BRIDE-TO-BE DIES WHEN LIMO IS HIT BY TRACTOR-TRAILER Sep 19, 2008
It looks like he is at fault for failing to yield the right of way, but other than traffic violations, he wouldn t be facing anything. The accident remained under investigation as of early this week, Moses said. (Dundalk Eagle, MD)
Bicyclist struck in crosswalk Sep 19, 2008
The driver was cited for failing to yield the right of way to pedestrians, Locke said. The bicyclist was also cited for violating the post policy that requires bicyclists to dismount and walk their bicycles across streets at crosswalks, Locke said. (Leavenworth Lamp, KS)
TRANSPORTATION: High-speed rail proposed to relieve Lindbergh Field Sep 19, 2008
I can imagine a huge buyout of those to clear the right of way (a good use of eminent domain). I can't imagine that Mira Mar MCAS will ever be turned over to civilian flight; El Toro MCAS wasn't although admittedly that site had a bunch of problems including no fueling infrastructure and non-level runways. (North County Times)
As I See It: Read Evanite plan for river very carefully Sep 19, 2008
Rollie Baxter wrote on Sep 18, 2008 4:47 PM:" It isn't clear to me what Ms Frenkel is worried about. If there are specific objections, we should know what they are. In the end, the City Planning Commission and City Council will approve conditions which I assume are in the best interest of the citizens. If Evanite balks at the conditions a refuses to grant the easement, the City can always condemn the property necessary for the bike path. Of course, under condemnation, the City has to pay for the... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
City firm gets state funds Sep 19, 2008
Wisconsin ern Railroad serves this facility on right of way owned by the Union Pacific Railroad Company by agreement. Badger Grain, Darien: With a 911,000 loan, Badger Grain will construct a new 600,000-bushel capacity grain storage bin at its Darien facility. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
