Town of Speedway seeks eminent domain for Wilshaw hotel site
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What happened
The town of Speedway filed a lawsuit in Marion County seeking to acquire a roughly 1-acre property at the site of the Wilshaw hotel project through eminent domain. The town alleges that the project has been abandoned for an extended period, creating a public nuisance that has harmed Speedway’s growth. The lawsuit follows failed negotiations between the town and the property owners.
Why it matters
The action allows the town to acquire the site for redevelopment, following a March 30 vote by the Speedway Town Council. Speedway had previously sent a purchase offer to the property owner in July, but the two sides were unable to agree on a sale.
Who's involved
- SpeedwayThe company whose growth has been allegedly harmed by the property's condition
- Marion CountyThe county where the lawsuit was filed and where Speedway operates
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The entities involved
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Marion County
county in Illinois, United States
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Speedway
chain of gas stations and convenience stores
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